Team of Rivals The Political Genius of Abraham

Lincoln
BY DORIS KEARNS GOODWIN
In her entertaining popular history, Goodwin shows Abraham Lincoln as an exemplar of Type I behavior. He worked mightily to achieve mastery in law and politics. He gave his staunchest rivals power and autonomy. And he developed a leadership style rooted in a higher purpose—ending slavery and keeping the union intact.
Type I Insight: Goodwin sheds light on Lincoln’s Type I leadership skills.
Among them He was self-confident enough to surround himself with rivals who excelled in areas where he was weak He genuinely listened to other people’s points of view, which helped him form more complex opinions of his own He gave credit where it was due and wasn’t afraid to take the blame.

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