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This book shows us that it truly is possible to be a successful business leader and an aware, compassionate human being. If you are wanting to find a way to authentic happiness and leadership effectiveness this is a great resource.

– Gordon Cairns, chairman, Woolworths Limited and Origin Energy

The Mindful Leader is a not-to-be-missed read. Michael Bunting breaks new ground, adding an important dimension to our understanding of leadership and the practice of leading. He offers insights about mindfulness that clearly illustrate how leadership development begins within, and he brings science to mindfulness in a way that offers practical applications for meeting today's leadership challenges – and for making an extraordinary difference in the world.

– Jim Kouzes and Barry Posner, co-authors of the award-winning book, The Leadership Challenge

We know self-aware leaders consistently achieve the best long term results for themselves and for others. This practical and insightful book is an excellent guide to developing extraordinary levels of self-awareness. Read it, apply its lessons and your leadership and life will be so much better for it.

– Shaun McCarthy, chairman, Human Synergistics, Australia & New Zealand

What I greatly appreciate about Michael Bunting's new book is that it reveals the value of honesty, truthfulness and integrity, not as a matter of right or wrong, but as an essential aspect of highly effective leadership. If all those in leadership positions around the globe took The Mindful Leader as a guide for their work, the results would be impressive.

– Sharon Salzberg, author of Lovingkindness and Real Happiness at Work

Our world needs a new kind of leader. The old paradigms of power, fear and control just don't work in our modern economy anymore. We need leaders who know how to inspire through vision, integrity, sustainability and compassion. If you are interested in finding out how to become a leader for the new economy this is a great read.

– Jostein Solheim, CEO, Ben & Jerry's

I have worked with Michael specifically in the area of Mindful Leadership and can say with confidence that Michael is the real deal. His deep understanding of the subject is second to none, and his methodology is disciplined and impactful. This book is an extraordinary resource for all leaders aiming to realise their true potential.

– Brian Gladsden, Country President and Managing Director, Novartis Australia and New Zealand

Michael Bunting is at the cutting edge of a new wave of business leadership that is developing more conscious, responsible, and dynamic organizations. His brilliant book shows us that outward success and a life of integrity and compassion are completely compatible, and that a deeper integration of our outer and inner lives is necessary for the future of our planet. This is a book for all those who truly wish to find a way to live and lead more consciously in the business world.

– Russ Hudson, co-author of The Wisdom of the Enneagram and collaborator for The Awakened Company

Leading in a way that leaves a positive legacy for generations to come should be the benchmark by which we measure great leadership. Conscious leadership is a requisite characteristic of any person who wishes to harness the potential of a millennial team. This book is a beautiful reminder of what that kind of leadership looks like and how to practice it.

– John Replogle, CEO, Seventh Generation

I have worked with Michael Bunting for several years. The message in this book reflects the way he lives and teaches – mindfully and insightfully. This book is a wonderful guide on exactly how to fully integrate mindfulness into your life and leadership. Science now tells us that mindfulness has a great impact on personal effectiveness, which in turn is not only good for you, but also for those you lead.

– Jan Pacas, MD, Hilti Australia, 2015 AHRI CEO of the Year

The Mindful Leader outlines the practices and disciplines that we see in the most effective and successful leaders. A really insightful and useful read for those wanting a practical guide for truly constructive leadership.

– Andrew Reeves, CEO, George Weston Foods Australasia

The world, more than ever, needs mindful leaders. What are the leadership qualities and attributes that are fostered by mindfulness? How can they be brought about? This outstanding book by Michael Bunting, based on his deep understanding of leadership development as well as the science and practice of mindfulness, provides the answers to those and many other related questions. Read it or give it to people who need to read it.

– Dr Craig Hassed, author of Mindfulness for Life

I believe that being a great leader and a great human being are inseparable. This book beautifully shows us how to do both; to be not only the best leader in the world, but to be the best leader for the world. Reading The Mindful Leader and applying its lessons will enrich your life, your leadership, and the lives of all those you influence.

– Rachel Argaman, CEO, TFE Hotels, Telstra National Corporate Businesswoman of the Year

Michael Bunting does a fantastic job of helping us not only learn how to practice mindfulness, but how to practice it in the pressurised and rapidly changing context of business leadership. If you apply the practices in this book it will not only make you a better person, it will transform your leadership and your business.

– Angus Kennard, Kennards Hire Group

As business is waking up to the sustainability revolution, so too must leaders embrace a new, deeply mindful kind of leadership. This book will guide you on how to be the kind of leader that this planet needs now more than ever. The kind of leader and human being your children would be proud of.

– Ryan Honeyman, author of The B Corp Handbook