This book includes a contemporary parable about a conflicted executive who seeks counsel from Maria, a spiritual director. She helps him see that leadership is more than being a "heroic champion" or a "policy wonk" — it involves the ability to engender in others courage, spirit, and hope. Bolman and Deal reveal other gifts which transformed leaders can offer, such as authorship, love, power, and significance. Leading with Soul is an effective teaching tool which brings awareness, compassion, prayer, storytelling, and community building into the workplace.