For leaders and everyday people, this volume outlines the Outward Bound philosophy as applied to leadership in the workplace, wilderness, and community and the key elements of it, along with case studies of actual situations and accompanying questions. It describes the leadership fundamentals of Outward Bound: communicating effectively, building trust and teams, taking risks and making decisions, and finding courage and overcoming fear. Outdoor situations are then covered, including advice on planning and safety, mentoring, role modeling, how to be a good follower, and self-knowledge, followed by chapters on workplace topics: team building, communication skills, and managing change. The final section discusses specific methods that can be used in the community--in volunteer organizations, leading youth, and in the political arena. Sections are written by experienced leaders and senior practitioners from the organization. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)