Character-the moral values and habits of an individual-is in the spotlight now more than perhaps at any other point in modern history. Politicians distort facts. Corporations cheat customers and investors. Athletes are caught using illegal supplements. In addition to harming our culture at large, these failures of character have a profound and undermining impact on leadership and trust of our most hallowed institutions. Those who succeeded didn't depend on raw talent alone to overcome dangerous and adverse conditions. They demonstrated characteristics such as selflessness, determination, and honesty to not only accomplish their goals time and again, but to demonstrate behaviors that inspire others to emulate. Based upon techniques General Calsen used as a strategic army leader and Dr. Matthews's psychological real-world studies, The Character Edge will show you how to unleash your potential leadership abilities to build trust, encourage values, and create a culture of integrity personally and professionally that will have positive impacts on the people and organizations in your life. Book jacket.