THE VALUESÂ ADVANTAGE
The FOUNDATION for Leading with a Clear Purpose
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Why THE VALUES ADVANTAGEÂ Matters
"A compelling guide for leaders seeking to build thriving organizations through core values."
Drawing on over 25 years in safety, human resources, and leadership development, Dove blends personal anecdotes with real-world examples to show how values drive profitability, team engagement, and lasting reputation. From his transformative work with clients who experienced substantial growth by embedding values, to cautionary tales like Enron’s collapse, Dove reveals the stakes of values-driven leadership. Through 11 chapters, he makes a case for why values matter, offers practical strategies to integrate them into daily operations, and provides a simple framework to ensure organizations are known for their values. The appendix features case studies showcasing how leaders across industries applied these principles to achieve measurable results, from low turnover to exponential growth. Whether you’re a CEO or an aspiring leader, this book equips you to create a values-driven culture that attracts top talent and builds a legacy of impact. Perfect for readers of Traction by Gino Wickman and John Maxwell’s leadership works, The Values Advantage is an essential read for transforming your organization from the inside out.
The FOUNDATION for Leading with a Clear Purpose
Why do some organizations thrive while others falter? In The Values Advantage, Wes Dove reveals how core values are the bedrock of success. Through personal stories and client successes—like a business that grew 50% in less than twenty-four months by living its values—Dove shows how to transform your organization.
What You'll Learn:
- Why core values drive profitability, engagement, and reputation.
- Practical steps to weave values into daily leadership and culture.
- A simple framework to align your organization’s actions with its values.
- Real-world examples from experienced business executives.
With insights from 25 years in leadership development, Dove equips you to build a thriving, values-driven organization. Discover how to create a legacy of impact with The Values Advantage. Wes Dove is an Amazon #1 best-selling author and founder of Dove Development & Consulting.
Real-World Examples
The “Real-World Examples” appendix brings the principles of The Values Advantage to life through stories from leaders the author has worked with directly. In this final section, you’ll learn how these leaders have built their core values into three specific aspects of their organizations. These case studies detail specific actions and measurable results, from increased profitability to stronger team cultures, and how they’ve woven core values into serving clients and communities, showcasing broader impact. These real-world examples, drawn from diverse industries, illustrate the framework from Chapter 11 in action, inspiring readers to apply values-driven leadership in their own organizations and reinforcing the book’s call to build a lasting legacy.
Jorge Velasco, President/CEO of BR Printers
Jorge is a seasoned marketing strategist, sales leader, and operations manager with 30+ years of national and international management experience in sales and manufacturing operations.
As the CEO of BR Printers, Jorge is a high-energy, influential team leader with the ability to steer an entire organization as they embrace new ideas and processes.
Phillip Read, Bridgewater, VA Police Chief
Phillip currently serves as Police Chief in Bridgewater, VA and has a demonstrated history of effectively leading teams throughout his career in law enforcement and during his time in the United States Army.
Phillip has a proven track record of building strong relationships with his teams, as well as with the business owners and citizens in the areas where he's served.
Sabrina Dorman-Andrew, Co-Founder/Executive Director of New Creation VA
Sabrina is a Shenandoah Valley native. Her passion for tackling the issue of human trafficking quickly developed after working stateside assisting an organization based in Uganda. Since then, she made it her mission to learn about this issue on a local and global scale.
In 2012, she and her husband, Steven, had the vision of New Creation VA, a nonprofit creatively counteracting human trafficking with a local heard and global approach.
Gil Colman, PE, Founder of Colman Engineering
Gil Colman founded Colman Engineering in 2010 and currently serves as President. As a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with over 25 years of experience, Gil guides the Colman Engineering team in providing high-quality engineering services that look beyond the task at hand—designing solutions that will work today and into the future. As a result, Gil and his team have earned a reputation for “doing things right” for their clients and the community.
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