Arthur Blank on Values-Based Leadership

In this influential work, Richard Louv links the lack of nature in children's lives to rising trends in obesity, attention disorders, and depression. The book brings together research indicating that direct exposure to nature is essential for healthy childhood development and physical and emotional health. Louv provides practical solutions and simple ways to heal the broken bond between children and nature, many of which can be implemented in everyday life. The book has inspired a movement to reconnect children with nature and has led to the creation of the Children & Nature Network.

In 'Good Company,' Arthur M. Blank shares his vision and roadmap for values-based business. The book chronicles his journey from building The Home Depot into a $50 billion company to turning around a struggling NFL team, rebooting a near-bankrupt retail chain, and launching various other successful ventures. Blank emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the wellbeing of customers, associates, and communities, demonstrating how this approach leads to financial success and positive social impact. The book includes personal anecdotes and insights from his five decades of business experience, highlighting key concepts such as the triple bottom line (people, planet, profits) and the importance of company culture and leadership.