The Blueprint

Discover the six practical steps all leaders can take to revolutionize their careers and their companies.b>

"Conant has so much to teach, and aspiring leaders at all levels would do well to learn from him."
—Jim Collins, bestselling author of Good to Great

"Doug Conant is a special breed: a hard-edged corporate CEO with an introspective nature who attributes his success to reflection, study, and thoughtful inner work rather than birthright or bombast. In The Blueprint, he offers a powerful—and approachable—process for more fully connecting with the unique gifts that will allow your special leadership voice to come alive."
—Susan Cain, bestselling author of Quiet: The Power of Introverts in A World That Can't Stop Talking

"Today's busy leaders often question how they can lift their leadership profile while staying true to themselves. The Blueprint is the answer."
—Indra Nooyi, former chairman & CEO, PepsiCo.

"The Blueprint is a rare offering with perfect timing. . . Read this book now—and better yet, buy a copy for everyone on your team."
—Amy Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School

"The Blueprint provides a simple but powerful opportunity to leverage the experience and wisdom of Doug Conant to refresh your thinking and approach. It can help you maximize your impact."
—Doug McMillon, president and CEO, Walmart

"Doug Conant and Amy Federman's brilliant book will change your life– and your leadership—if you incorporate its ideas using their in-depth, six-step approach."
—Bill George, senior fellow, Harvard Business School, former chair & CEO, Medtronic, author of Discover Your True North

"Doug Conant hasn't just been a highly successful leader—he's an unusually thoughtful one. In this hands-on book, he shares a model that you can apply right away to elevate your impact."
—Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Originals and Give and Take, and host of the TED podcast WorkLife

"A must-read for anyone in an existing or new leadership role at any level."
—Sara Mathew, retired chair & CEO, Dun and Bradstreet