Relentless Book Report

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Being relentless means never being satisfied; it means creating new goals each time you reach your personal best. If you are good, it means you don't stop until you are great; if you are great, it means you fight until you are unstoppable (Grover, 2013, p. 1). 18)." Tim S. Grover, in his book "Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable." Grover's book is about being "Relentless," a term used to describe the mindset of never being satisfied and always striving to be the best while continuously improving. Grover has a name for these individuals he deems relentless "cleaners." The reason behind this name is that they put in the work when nobody asks them to, and they can do the job at a level no one else can. What separates "Cleaners" is not physical prowess or talent, but their attitude and mental makeup, …show more content…
Authentic leaders set an example for those who follow, and those who embody the trait of being "relentless" can serve as the ideal model for their subordinates. Grover's book mentions how Michael Jordan raised the quality of his teammates by raising his quality and setting an example. Grover uncovered the common misconception that leadership is only about communicating with a leader's subordinates. An essential part of leadership is how leaders conduct themselves, including their demeanor, approach, and attitude. To be an exceptional leader, to be what Grover calls a "Cleaner" is the best. What causes a "Cleaner" is the difference in attitude, mental makeup, and decision-making skills. An expectation of commitment to excellence and an insatiable hunger for improvement characterizes a "Cleaner's" attitude. They refuse to settle for mediocrity and constantly push themselves to new heights, even when faced with obstacles or setbacks. A leader with a "cleaner" attitude will have very high standards for themselves and those they