Love Works

By Joel Manby,

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Updated and Expanded Edition of the Leadership Bestseller

Harness the meaning of love, the verb, to improve your corporate culture and bottom line with the help of Joel Manby, former President and CEO of both SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and Herschend Enterprises. Joel won the respect of America with his…

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1 author picked Love Works as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This book is a profound and practical guide on how love can transform leadership. Manby, who’s spent decades in executive roles, argues that love isn’t just a feel-good concept—it’s a strategy for success. He shares seven principles of agape love, like patience, kindness, and honesty, which foster stronger relationships, deeper trust, and higher performance in the workplace. Manby shows that when leaders embrace these values, they create a culture where employees feel valued, morale soars, and productivity flourishes. His message is simple yet powerful: leading with love is not just good for people; it’s good for business, and it leads…

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