Waldock, an executive coach in Europe who has held senior positions in various organizations, explains how both young and veteran executives can use their experience to create a legacy. Through description of his own journey trying to understand legacy and questions of meaning and existence (much of it explained through dialogue with elders in his own life), he explores the concept of eldership, in which elders who have experience can see the broader perspective and hold leaders to account, a position that is beyond leadership and a goal to aspire to. He considers the attributes of an elder, which include the importance of an internal compass made up of values and principles; not avoiding suffering; asking who they serve; seeking emotional, spiritual, and other intelligences; taking a big view; pursuing integrity; and developing a passion for wisdom; then relates how to recognize, grow, and use elders in communities. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)