The Gears of Leadership: A Conversational Guide Leading with Vision, Discipline, and Values

The Gears of Leadership: Who, When, WhyLeadership today is more complex than ever—fast-changing markets, remote teams, generational shifts, and constant uncertainty make the old "command and control" model obsolete. What leaders need now isn't just more skills or strategies—it's alignment.

In The Gears of Leadership, Greg Cannon, motivational speaker, coach, and author, reveals a simple but powerful framework for sustainable leadership: three interlocking gears—Identity, Action, and Purpose. When these gears align, leadership becomes authentic, effective, and lasting. When they grind against each other, leaders stall, burn out, or lose influence.

Drawing from more than forty-five years of leadership experience—building and selling a multimillion-dollar business, guiding teams through crises, and developing leaders across industries—Cannon weaves together compelling personal stories, practical frameworks, and reflection tools that help readers:
• Clarify their Identity Gear by leading from values, strengths, and authenticity.
• Engage their Action Gear by moving from intention to consistent, meaningful results.
• Power their Purpose Gear by leading with a deeper "why" that sustains energy and resilience.
• Troubleshoot leadership breakdowns and recalibrate when gears slip out of alignment.
• Multiply their influence by creating leaders who create other leaders.
• Lead effectively under crisis pressure without compromising values.
• Build daily practices that maintain alignment and momentum.
• Craft a leadership legacy that will outlast their career.

This is not another checklist-driven leadership book. It's a conversation—candid, inspiring, and practical—between Cannon and the reader. Each chapter includes reflection prompts, "gear checks," and actionable steps that readers can apply immediately.At the heart of the book is a call to redefine leadership success: not by titles, profits, or accolades, but by the number of leaders we create and the positive impact we leave behind.

The Gears of Leadership is for:
• Leaders who feel stuck, burned out, or uncertain about their next step.
• Managers, executives, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders who want a clear framework for decision-making and growth.
• Anyone ready to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose.Cannon reminds us that leadership isn't a destination; it's a system in motion. When your gears align, you don't just manage—you inspire. You don't just move projects forward—you move people. And you don't just succeed—you create a ripple effect of leadership that multiplies far beyond your direct reach.

This book will help you stop spinning your wheels and start leading with vision, discipline, and values. Your gears are ready to engage—the question is: will you?