“The genius of Allen’s approach and treatment of this subject of ‘followership’ is that each of us is a follower in some way in almost every aspect of our lives. This is a thoughtful exploration and consideration of what it means to excel as a follower, which is essential for all of us to enhance our friendships, our workplaces, our communities, and our faith. Embracing Followership should be required reading for those working in a group setting, since developing our followership abilities has a direct effect on improving our teams, our leaders, and our organizations.”

Duane E. Okamoto, senior attorney, Microsoft

“Allen Hamlin writes on followership with an elevating language that imbues this form of relationship with service, grace, and individuality. A very welcome addition to the growing literature on followership.”

Ira Chaleff, author, The Courageous Follower

Endorsements

Hamlin “writes in support of the honor and value of followership.” -Herbert F. Lamp Jr., in Journey With Me: Spiritual Formation for Global Workers (p.137) Read more reflections about Embracing Followership on the Endorsements page.

― Herbert F. Lamp Jr., author

“All too often we forget that strong leadership implies that people are following. This is an excellent treatment of a topic that is mostly ignored. Just about anybody can benefit from reading this book.”

― Dr. Ted Esler, president, Missio Nexus

“If you think of yourself as a follower by nature, habit, personality, preference, giftedness, etc., or if you know someone who does, then consider an excellent book written especially for you, Embracing Followership…. A great book for understanding, valuing, and enjoying the work of following and appreciating those who follow with exceptional grace, satisfaction, and … Continue reading Dr. Richard Kriegbaum, author

― Dr. Richard Kriegbaum, author

“Hamlin offers much practical advice for followers – time management, rest, stewardship, respect, etc. He also is thorough in highlighting the potential obstacles to following well. But at the core of Hamlin’s approach are the areas of communication and relationship with one’s leader.”

― Joe Valenti, pastor & blogger
Read more reflections about Embracing Followership on the Endorsements page.