Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up by Jerry Colonna

Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up, by Jerry Colonna, is a thought-provoking and timely take on what it means to be a leader in the contemporary world. With a combination of insight, experience, and self-reflection, Reboot helps readers discover practical and meaningful ways of leading and evolving both professionally and personally.

Colonna looks at the concept of leadership with a holistic perspective, moving away from traditional approaches. Instead of focusing on concepts such as power, control, and fear, he takes a unique approach, focusing on the idea of balance - balancing ambition and fear, courage and vulnerability. He believes that in order to be successful in the modern world, it is essential to embrace the tension between these different poles, learning to be flexible and trusting of oneself and one’s capabilities.

Rather than simply delivering a set of actionable steps and prescriptive advice, Colonna offers a thoughtful exploration of how our inner and outer worlds intertwine and shape who we are. Through a mixture of personal stories, examples from international business, and reflective self-inquiry, he explains how often our leadership potential can be stifled by unresolved traumas from our past. He shows how, if we can learn to understand, reconcile, and work through these experiences, we can unburden ourselves from their silent and often unconscious grip, allowing us to engage in the world with clarity, courage, and confidence.

As a result of this lower-level healing work, it still then becomes possible to look inward and discover what it is that each individual aspires to be or achieve. He then talks about the consequences of following that path and the responsibility we have to both ourselves and others. Not only must we strive to be better, but we must also share our learnings with others.

Reboot is an inspiring guide for anyone looking to become a better leader and to have a greater impact on the world. Colonna’s writing is powerful and poignant, and the book should be read by those looking to find new ways to understand the concept and practice of leadership.

At its core, Reboot encourages growth-oriented thinking. We mustn’t be afraid of the challenge and discomfort that can come with confronting our inner struggles, as our wisdom and insight will emerge from there. Colonna wonders if we can “embrace a life of constant transformation and use that transformation to fuel our leadership.”

Ultimately, Reboot is an invitation to embrace mindful and ethical leadership, unlocking the potential to live a full and meaningful life. Colonna provides an open and honest look into his own journey, helping readers learn to work past our own doubts and limiting beliefs to develop healthy relationships and foster meaningful change. It is a must-read for anyone looking to make a difference in the world through leadership - and, in turn, develop a greater understanding of oneself.