”Mike has undertaken the difficult task of providing a practical guide to leadership skills. Skills essential in our work and home life. Rarely do leadership books admit mistakes made by the author. Mike's skills developed in the ‘school of hard knocks’ is simply code for learning from our mistakes and our successes. Read the book and you will make fewer mistakes and claim greater success.”

“Mike Easley deftly distills 25 years of CEO experience into a clear, practical and effective guide for how to avoid the common pitfalls, mistakes and traps awaiting anyone undertaking a journey into leadership. What’s more, readers will emerge enriched and prepared from his counsel on how to become the best version of themselves as a leader – the version worth following!”

“If you didn’t have a title would anyone follow you? The underlying message of this delightful book is that leadership is a choice. In fact, it’s hundreds of choices, every day, that revolve around knowing yourself, growing yourself and then lifting others to do something far more spectacular together than you ever could on your own. Advocating for the kind of leadership our world needs right now, Easley nails it! Apply these principles and become a leader people love to follow.”

“Mike is a legend across The Rockies for his leadership, his public service and his humility. He is literally the last person in the region to promote himself. This enduring reputation makes his advice valuable, both as food for thought and as a model to emulate.”

“Simply reading this book, I think I became a better person by osmosis! I appreciate Mike’s insights, actionable tips on leadership, and writing style. But the real reason I urge you to read this book is because of his humanity, empathy, and heartfelt good intentions. To paraphrase one of my favorite movie lines (Jack Nicholson tells his girlfriend, played by Helen Hunt in the movie As Good As It Gets, “You make me want to be a better man.”): Mike makes me want to be a better leader.”

“Effective leadership requires relentless honesty, focus and effort. Mike’s keen ability to use his own experiences to distill proven leadership techniques paves the way for a new generation of electric co-op leaders.”

"Mike Easley was an active and excited learner in the executive development program at Grand Canyon University and I admire his constant desire to be a better leader. Whether you are an individual just learning about self-leadership, a more experienced manager working on developing your skills as a team leader, or a seasoned servant leader at the executive level, The No-Os of Leadership is well worth the read. Mike's words are meaty and motivating as he speaks directly to you with leadership lessons from his own life and work—from Scout to CEO—that are real and relatable. This enjoyable book will leave you wanting more from Mike."