Intelligence, imagination and knowledge may all be wasted in an executive job without the acquired habits of mind that convert these into results. This title ranges widely through the annals of business and government to demonstrate the distinctive skill of the executive. It identifies five talents essential to effectiveness.

Effectiveness can be learned; Know thy time; What can I contribute?; Making strength productive; First things first; The elements of decision-making; Effective decisions; Conclusion: Effectiveness must be learned;