Includes bibliographical references (pages 307-311).

Introduction: what is this book about? -- Stage one: powerlessness -- Stage two: power by association -- Stage three: power by achievement -- Stage four: power by reflection -- The wall -- Stage five: power by purpose -- Stage six: power by wisdom -- Leadership and power -- Managing people at various stages -- Women and power -- Men and power -- Leading from your soul. Describes six stages of personal power that individuals, leaders, and organizations can master in order to provide leadership. Contains a description of the good and bad of each stage, real-life stories, a discussion of spirituality in each stage, and the author's own personal experiences.