Endorsements

“Too many leaders are takers rather than givers. Drawing on his extensive experience advising and running organizations, Joe Davis is on a mission to change that. This is a practical guide to becoming a servant leader.”

“The Generous Leader is a true reflection of Joe Davis’ passion and dedication to advancing people and a powerful resource for those committed to making the workplaces more purpose-driven. This book is a guide for leaders who aspire to create a more positive future.”

“For decades before allyship and vulnerability were discussed seriously, Joe practiced the kind of generous leadership that made him a such a strong role model for both. As a woman of color, working for Joe turned my stereotypical expectations of white male leadership upside down. Joe’s book holds all of these lessons and more – his actionable examples and advice will make you a stronger leader, friend, ally, spouse, parent, and collaborator in every arena.”

“I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Joe Davis over two decades. Over this period of time, I have observed Joe become an outstanding leader in a world class organization while at the same time a committed and passionate advocate for racial equity. The Generous Leader is a must-read book for the executives seeking to lead their companies to corporate success while at the same time to have a major impact on the lives of thousands of young professionals and our society.”

“My personal reading rarely includes business books, but I’ve made an exception for The Generous Leader. Through real-life examples Joe Davis provides today’s leader with an actionable guide to building leadership skills that benefit everyone.”

“Joe unlocks deep insight into what it takes to become the kind of leader that leaves a legacy far beyond business results.  Most people will remember the great leaders not for what they did for the business, but what they did for them, how they made them feel. The Generous Leader is inside all of us.”

“A generous leader is an authentic leader, and Joe Davis demonstrates his authenticity through the words and actions included in his story. By leading the reader through a journey of learning, challenges, successes, and failures, Joe models how he brings his whole self to work – humbly, fully, unabashedly – and helps others unlock their potential. A great read for leaders willing to sit around the (blue) kitchen table and give of themselves to grow others.”

“Joe’s book is both inspiring and entertaining: You’ll find Joe’s very personal stories about leadership during external shocks and concrete action plans immensely useful – they will make you an even better leader!”

“Joe Davis has led with generosity his entire career. Now he has given us a compelling and invaluable guide to leadership that changes lives. These are times that call for Generous Leadership.”

“I have worked closely with Joe at the Boston Consulting Group, and I have seen his philosophy and ethos of generous leadership in action. The Generous Leader reflects the empathy, humanity, selfless leadership, and experienced insights of the author and those he has served.”