Management: leadership and motivation Books
Kogan Page Can We Talk
Book SynopsisRoberta Chinsky Matuson is based in Brookline, Massachusetts and helps leaders achieve dramatic improvements in employee engagement, retention, productivity and profitability. She's the president and founder of Matuson Consulting, where she works with Fortune 500 companies and mid-size, emerging companies to create teams that achieve extraordinary results. Known globally as "The Talent Maximizer," she is a seasoned speaker and the author of five books and blogs for Fast Company, Glassdoor, Forbes and Thrive Global. She is frequently cited in national media including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, Inc.com, WashingtonPost.com and NPR.Trade Review"Everything you need to know about communication and relationship building at work is right here! Solid insights and practical advice from one of the world's leading authorities on executive coaching and employee engagement." * Marshall Goldsmith is the New York Times #1 bestselling author of Triggers, Mojo, and What Got You Here Won't Get You There. *"Who doesn't cringe when they hear the words, Can We Talk? And yet the truth is, those conversations we'd prefer to avoid are essential. I love how Roberta clearly guides us through the process of finding our voice so we can say what most needs to be said. This book is invaluable for leaders or for anyone who works." * Sally Helgesen, author, How Women Rise, The Female Vision, and The Web of Inclusion *"If you want to keep your employees, then you've got to get them talking. Roberta Matuson's book will do just that. With memorable stories and examples (including the author's own first-hand experiences of difficult conversations quickly going south) Can We Talk? provides readers with tools to actively build better relationships up, down and across the organization." * Dr. Bev Kaye, co-author Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em and Up is Not the Only Way *"There's nothing more important in business than the ability to communicate effectively with those above, below and across from you. In Can We Talk?, Roberta provides readers with a game-changing framework to help them safely navigate through any tough work conversation, while successfully building strong relationships along the way." * Laura Huang, international bestselling author of EDGE: Turning Adversity into Advantage, and professor at Harvard Business School *"If you've been holding back from saying what needs to be said at work, Can We Talk? is the book for you. No topic is off the table here. This is a must-read for business owners, leaders and employees looking to find their voice and power up their communication skills." * Dorie Clark, author of Reinventing You and executive education faculty, Duke University Fuqua School of Business *"One of our six Core Values at Saxbys is "Care Personally and Communicate Openly" - simply because we know how critical, yet difficult human communication can be. Roberta's book does a fantastic job identifying both the importance of actually having difficult conversations while also providing the guidance to have them effectively." * Nick Bayer, Founder and CEO of Saxbys *"Can We Talk? is essential reading for anyone looking to improve their work relationships and build trust through more effective communication. Can We Talk? is one of those books that you'll refer to time and time again." * Jenn Mann, Chief Human Resources Officer, SAS *"Can We Talk? is a fast-pass framework to help you move past one-sided conversations, better your career and achieve a more humanistic workplace." * Marlene Chism, Author of From Conflict to Courage: How to stop avoiding and start leading *"Where was Can We Talk? when I needed it most? All those well-meaning but frequently awkward conversations that could have been better for all if I had read this. Roberta proves once again that she is the subject matter expert." * Julie Kahn, President of Regan Communications *"Roberta has done it again! I find myself wishing I'd had this book when I was a new professional. Roberta's practical approach and no-nonsense language make this the playbook for improving employee performance. Her planned approach is sure to make giving tough messages a lot easier, and that is the first step to ensuring your employees are exceeding your expectations." * Jay Hargis, First Vice President, Learning and Development Officer, Apple Bank *"Roberta's Can We Talk? gives managers and individual contributors a comprehensive toolbox on how to handle difficult conversations in a productive and constructive manner, and elevate performance and employee engagement. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to be successful in their career." * Polina Ware, PhD, Global R&D and TS&D Director, Rogers Corporation *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction - The Seven Principles for Managing Difficult Conversations; Chapter - 01: Confidence - Trusting Yourself and the Other Party; Chapter - 02: Clarity - Making Your Point Clearly and Listening with an Open Mind; Chapter - 03: Compassion - Be Empathetic and Understanding; Chapter - 04: Curiosity - Asking Questions Rather Than Shutting Down; Chapter - 05: Compromise - Earn Respect by Respecting Others; Chapter - 06: Credibility - Recognizing Your Word Is Only as Good as Your Actions; Chapter - 07: Courage - Navigating the Obstacles; Chapter - 08: Bringing It All Together
£73.80
Kogan Page Ltd From StartUp to GrownUp
Book SynopsisAlisa Cohn is an executive coach based in New York City, New York who helps start-up founders mature into world-class CEOs. She has coached the founders of Etsy, Foursquare, Venmo, InVision, Tory Burch, Mack Weldon and The Wirecutter. She has spoken at the IBM Digital Summit, KPMG Leadership Summit, the Inc. Women's Summit and the OpenView CEO Summit. She writes regularly for Harvard Business Review, Forbes.com and Inc.com. She was named the #1 Startup Coach in the world at the 2019 Thinkers50 Marshall Goldsmith Coaching Awards in London and one of the Top 30 Global Gurus for Startups of 2020.Trade Review"The Miami tech movement has been born and bred out of an innovative and collaborative spirit. From Start-up to Grown-up is an incredible resource to help the founders who are building our ecosystem grow as their companies scale." * Francis Suarez, Mayor of Miami *"Start-up founder to CEO is a big stretch along the entrepreneurial path. Read this useful, tough-love guidebook, and you will understand why Alisa is such a sought-after start-up coach." * Eric Schurenberg, CEO of Inc. and Fast Company *"As a former start-up founder, I know first-hand how difficult the journey is from founder to CEO. Luckily, entrepreneurs now have an indispensable guidebook. From Start-up to Grown-up is a great read filled with excellent insights." * Maxine Clark, Founder and Former CEO, Build-a-Bear Workshop, and board director *"Being a start-up CEO is lonely, and the more successfully you grow your company, the lonelier it gets. Alisa's book From Start-up to Grown-up offers friendly frameworks that will help any start-up founders and all leaders navigate that path with grace." * Kim Scott, Author, 'Radical Candor' *"Alisa wrote the guidebook for defining your own personal operating manual for CEOs. I wish I read this before starting my company. This is a goldmine of resources for every founder to win, and win the right way." * Mert Iseri, founder and CEO, Swipesence *"Alisa is the #1 start-up coach in the world and reading From Start-up to Grown-up feels like getting coached by her directly. It will help you build your start-up into a world-class company." * Marshall Goldsmith, World's #1 CEO Coach and Thinkers50 #1 Leadership Thinker in the World *"From Start-up to Grown-up is a treasure trove for company leaders of all stripes. It is rich with Alisa's years of battle-tested wisdom and sparkles with her warmth and humanity. Every start-up founder should invest in a copy." * Nir Eyal, angel investor; bestselling author of 'Hooked and Indistractable' *"Alisa's book provides a blueprint for becoming a better leader. It's not just about startups or CEOs - every leader will find bits of wisdom in here! I only wish I had the opportunity to read it sooner in my career." * Andrey Akselrod, cofounder, Smartling and CTO, People.ai *"Finally, I have a comprehensive resource I can give to all aspiring entrepreneurs. Everything you need is in From Start-Up to Grown-Up, including the templates which are so valuable on their own!" * Mo Bunnell, author 'The Snowball System' *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: Managing You; Chapter - 01: Your Start-Up Self; Chapter - 02: Be the Boss of You; Section - TWO: Managing Them; Chapter - 03: Why Should Anyone Follow You?; Chapter - 04: Cultural Conceptions (and Misconceptions); Chapter - 05: Hiring and Firing; Section - THREE: Managing the Company; Chapter - 06: Growing and Growing Up; Chapter - 07: Smooth Operations; Chapter - 08: Managing the Board; Chapter - 09: Cofounder Care and Feeding; Chapter - 10: Your New Workplace; Chapter - 11: Conclusion
£77.90
Kogan Page Ltd Digital Darwinism
Book SynopsisTom Goodwin is a writer, speaker and advertising and media provocateur and consultant. He has been voted a top 10 voice in Marketing by LinkedIn, one of 30 people to follow on Twitter by Business Insider, and a 'must-follow' by Fast Company. An industry commentator on the future of marketing and business, he is a columnist for TechCrunch and Forbes and frequent contributor to the Guardian, GQ, Ad Age, Wired, Ad Week, Inc, MediaPost and Digiday. He is based between London, UK, and New York City in the United States.Trade Review"Big, bold ideas that make you think." * Scott Galloway, Professor of Marketing, NYU Stern School of Business, and bestselling author, 'The Four' and 'Algebra of Happiness' *"Digital Darwinism is a rare call for long-term thinking in a short-term world. Tom Goodwin has a gift for asking questions that don't let you off the hook. With Digital Darwinism, he asks some of the most pertinent, well-researched, brilliantly presented and hard to answer questions all businesses brave enough should be asking themselves." * Sam Conniff, Bestselling Author, 'Be More Pirate', and Director, Uncertainty Experts *"Digital Darwinism can be a threatening concept, but Tom Goodwin's advice is refreshingly optimistic: don't wait for the perfect moment - embrace change before you have to, change often, focus on possibilities rather than threats and act with common sense and urgency. Whether you're building a start-up or transforming an established legacy brand, you'll find value in Goodwin's perspective." * Jeff Dailey, CEO, Farmers Insurance *"The business book leaders need, but don't deserve." * Alex Roy, TV Host, and Director of Special Operations, Argo AI *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Business in the age of disruption; Chapter - 02: The three phases of change; Chapter - 03: Disruption and the paradigm shift; Chapter - 04: The third era of management; Chapter - 05: Starting your digital transformation; Chapter - 06: How to provoke and inspire change; Chapter - 07: Creating a vision to transform; Chapter - 08: Operations for the digital age; Chapter - 09: A culture for transformation; Chapter - 10: Rethinking your future
£18.99
Kogan Page Ltd Digital Darwinism
Book SynopsisTom Goodwin is a writer, speaker and advertising and media provocateur and consultant. He has been voted a top 10 voice in Marketing by LinkedIn, one of 30 people to follow on Twitter by Business Insider, and a 'must-follow' by Fast Company. An industry commentator on the future of marketing and business, he is a columnist for TechCrunch and Forbes and frequent contributor to the Guardian, GQ, Ad Age, Wired, Ad Week, Inc, MediaPost and Digiday. He is based between London, UK, and New York City in the United States.Trade Review"Big, bold ideas that make you think." * Scott Galloway, Professor of Marketing, NYU Stern School of Business, and bestselling author, 'The Four' and 'Algebra of Happiness' *"Digital Darwinism is a rare call for long-term thinking in a short-term world. Tom Goodwin has a gift for asking questions that don't let you off the hook. With Digital Darwinism, he asks some of the most pertinent, well-researched, brilliantly presented and hard to answer questions all businesses brave enough should be asking themselves." * Sam Conniff, Bestselling Author, 'Be More Pirate', and Director, Uncertainty Experts *"Digital Darwinism can be a threatening concept, but Tom Goodwin's advice is refreshingly optimistic: don't wait for the perfect moment - embrace change before you have to, change often, focus on possibilities rather than threats and act with common sense and urgency. Whether you're building a start-up or transforming an established legacy brand, you'll find value in Goodwin's perspective." * Jeff Dailey, CEO, Farmers Insurance *"The business book leaders need, but don't deserve." * Alex Roy, TV Host, and Director of Special Operations, Argo AI *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Business in the age of disruption; Chapter - 02: The three phases of change; Chapter - 03: Disruption and the paradigm shift; Chapter - 04: The third era of management; Chapter - 05: Starting your digital transformation; Chapter - 06: How to provoke and inspire change; Chapter - 07: Creating a vision to transform; Chapter - 08: Operations for the digital age; Chapter - 09: A culture for transformation; Chapter - 10: Rethinking your future
£46.80
Kogan Page The Success Factor
Book SynopsisRuth Gotian, based in New Rochelle, New York, is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, educator, and social scientist who researches the most successful people in order to learn about their mindsets and practices. She serves as the Chief Learning Officer and is Assistant Professor of Education in Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City, New York. She is the 2021 recipient of the Thinkers50 RADAR Award, making her the world's #1 emerging management thinker. Her work regularly appears in Forbes, Psychology Today, Nature, Scientific American, Academic Medicine, and Harvard Business Review.Trade Review"If success always seems like tomorrow's goal, Ruth Gotian has written the resource for you. Distilling years of research into the world's most successful thinkers and doers into this engaging book, she offers concise and actionable ways to map their habits into your life." * Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of 'When,' 'Drive' and 'To Sell Is Human' *"The Success Factor is a call to action to anyone who has the passion for success but needs a plan. Backed by research and interviews with the world's most successful people, Ruth Gotian reveals a powerful template for catapulting our own success. This book will be your inspiration and guide." * Benjamin Croft, founder and chairman, World Business & Executive Coach Summit (WBECS) *"Does success seem elusive to you? Ruth Gotian provides each of us with a roadmap to achieve success. Based on years of research, Gotian has identified the secret sauce to optimizing our success and provides us with practical tools to get us there. Your quest for success is a journey, and I highly recommend you bring The Success Factor along as your guide." * Laine Joelson Cohen, Director of Learning, Human Resources, Citi *"Success has never been more beguiling, alluring and elusive. Ruth Gotian cuts away the mystery and delivers an inspiring and practical take on success which will open your eyes to what it really takes to succeed. Filled with remarkable stories, The Success Factor gets to the heart of success." * Stuart Crainer, co-founder, Thinkers50 *"An indispensable guide for leaders who realize that exceptional and continued success depends on their capability of understanding the needs, nurturing and motivating a team of high performers. This book is like a well-equipped gym where you train your muscles and skills to continuously improve on the infinite game of success." * Fabrizio Parini, Member of the Board and former CEO, Lindt Chocolate and Sprüngli Italy *"What do high-achievers have in common? THIS BOOK. That's because peak performers are always searching for a secret sauce that will give them a competitive edge. You'll love the real-life success stories and best practices you can use immediately in your life, career and endeavors. Read it and reap." * Sam Horn, CEO of The Intrigue Agency, author of 'Tongue Fu!' *"The Success Factor is truly a compelling must-read book for anyone who is looking to understand the blueprint for what makes a high achiever and successful leader." * Faisal Pandit, President, Panasonic System Solutions Company of North America *"As someone who advises and mentors many high-achieving graduate students, scientists and health professionals, I'm often struck by their inability to construct a roadmap for success. Building on case studies from diverse fields including sports, science, law and business, The Success Factor offers an important toolkit for that essential first step." * Peter Hotez, MD, PhD, DSc (hon), Dean and Professor, National School of Tropical Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine *"The Success Factor makes success attainable to anyone who wants it and is willing to work. Ruth Gotian has reverse-engineered the path to success, based on her research with extreme high achievers, and offers useful tools and strategies which will give you a giant leap forward on your own path to greatness." * Dorie Clark, author of 'The Long Game' and executive education faculty, Duke University Fuqua School of Business *"By providing a comprehensive path to move anyone, in business or in life, toward their own perception of success, Ruth Gotian's work will undoubtedly have a profound impact on readers. With this recent work, Dr. Gotian answers that question posed to her on that first day at Teachers College, Columbia University 'In what area do you consider yourself a thought leader?'" * Katie Embree, EdD, Vice President for Planning and Strategy and Chief of Staff to the President, Teachers College, Columbia University *"The Success Factor is a transforming book where you find the true stories of high achievers and the foundations of their success. Ruth invested years to find out what their secret is... and her research, perseverance and passion is raising the bar of excellence. Anyone can implement Ruth's ideas and tools and improve their success!" * Darek Lenart, SVP, People and Capability, North America Markets and Strategic Growth Mastercard *"Ruth Gotian sets the record straight on how to take control of your career and reach success. The Success Factor showcases insights and personal stories of high achievers from diverse fields to show-- in a highly personal way-- what works for different people. I gleaned something new from each different vignette. As an advisor and mentor to PhDs and MD-PhDs, I strongly suggest this book as a must-have for them." * Ushma S. Neill, PhD, Vice President, Scientific Education & Training, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center *"The Success Factor provides a playbook for the strategic pursuit of excellence, elite performance and ultimately success. Using compelling stories, Dr. Gotian provides insights into the commonalities and traits for high achievers and emphasizes the role of mentoring in achieving success." * RC Buford, CEO, San Antonio Spurs, Two-time National Basketball Association (NBA) Executive of the Year *"If you seek a guide to launch you on the path to true meaningful success, read this book. With keen analysis and compelling storytelling, Ruth Gotian unlocks the secrets of success and gives us actionable tools to achieve it." * Sanyin Siang, Thinkers50 #1 Coach & Mentor, and Author of 'The Launch Book' *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: Identifying Success; Chapter - 01: Objective versus Subjective Measures of Success; Chapter - 02: What is success?; Chapter - 03: Success is a Moving Target; Section - TWO: Four Pillars of Optimizing Success; Chapter - 04: Tap into an Intrinsic Motivation; Chapter - 05: Respond to Challenges with Perseverance; Chapter - 06: Cultivate a Solid Foundation; Chapter - 07: Embrace Opportunities for Continuous Learning and Growth; Section - THREE: Optimizing Your Success; Chapter - 08: Finding Your Passion; Chapter - 09: Finding a Mentor; Chapter - 10: Developing Your Mentoring Team; Chapter - 11: Finding Your People; Chapter - 12: Embracing Opportunities to Learn; Chapter - 13: Conclusion
£63.65
Kogan Page The Definitive Executive Assistant Managerial
Book SynopsisSue France has over 30 years' experience as a secretary and Executive Assistant. She was previously the Emeritus UK Chairman for International Management Assistants organisation and was awarded the prestigious award of The Times Crème PA/DHL PA of the Year 2006. Sue presents at PA conferences throughout the world, and is also involved in training and coaching PAs and secretaries. She is based in Cheshire, UK.Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Introduction; Chapter - 02: The Leadership Challenge; Chapter - 03: How to Motivate Yourself and Your Teams; Chapter - 04: Developing Emotional Intelligence; Chapter - 05: Leading Effective Teams to Success; Chapter - 06: Performance Management; Chapter - 07: Coaching; Chapter - 08: How to Communicate with Different Personality and Behavioral Styles; Chapter - 09: Managing Projects; Chapter - 10: The Art and Science of Effective Negotiation; Chapter - 11: Change Management - How Can You Help
£60.30
Kogan Page Strategy Sprints
Book SynopsisSimon Severino is the CEO of Strategy Sprints, a leading Growth Advisory consultancy that specializes in agile. He is trusted by Google, Consilience Ventures and many others and works with them on running their companies more effectively which results in sales that soar. The host of the Strategy Sprints podcast, which has featured over 350 expert leaders including Rita McGrath, Nir Eyal, David Allen and Alex Osterwalder, he is also an experienced speaker and delivers keynotes on business strategy and growth. He is based in Vienna, Austria.Trade Review"Strategy Sprints offers methods for not only growing your business, but also enjoying your life more by helping you focus on what matters most." * Nir Eyal, author of Hooked and Indistractable *"Ready to IGNITE your sales? Then the Strategy Sprints method is for you! Following Simon Severino's blueprint will ensure your company becomes ON FIRE." * John Lee Dumas, host of Entrepreneurs On Fire and author of The Common Path to Uncommon Success *"What Simon Severino offers is rare in this world. His curiosity and affection for humanity shine through this book and the Strategy Sprints method he shares in it." * Peter Block, author of Flawless Consulting and The Abundant Community *"Your sales will soar with the Strategy Sprints method. This book has all the marketing, sales and operations blueprints needed to run an agile company." * David Henzel, CEO, UpCoach *"Business is strategy and the Strategy Sprints method gives businesses a systematic way to identify and implement strategies to reach your most important goals. Practical and doable, it is a must-read." * Paul J Zak, Founder, Immersion Neuroscience *"This book is packed with wisdom, insights and practical tools to help take your business to the next level. It will equip you with the game plan to make the impact you want to have with your business." * Simon Alexander Ong, award-winning life coach and author of Energize *"The Strategy Sprints method is what CEOs need today to rise to the moment. Clear, concise and compelling." * John Livesay, global speaker on sales and storytelling *"If you're an entrepreneur or business leader, you need to read Strategy Sprints. It's more than a book - it's a complete roadmap for business acceleration. So study it... and soar!" * Dannny Iny, CEO, Mirasee and author of Teach Your Gift and Effortless *"Being a CEO can be overwhelming. Simon Severino's approach in this book breaks it down so you can feel confident as a leader and create a successful business! No matter what level you're at in your business, Severino points out exactly what chapters to focus on for the biggest impact and immediate results. I've already applied some of the strategies I've learned and am excited to keep strengthening my business using his wisdom!" * Melinda Cohan, CEO, The Coaches Console and author of The Confident Coach *"I love the value and heart-centered quality that Simon Severino brings to his work and to this book. A must-read for anyone how wants to scale fast." * Christine Schlonski, Founder, Heart Sells! Academy *"Strategy Sprints is the book entrepreneurs have been waiting for. It provides practical strategies to master marketing, sales and operations in an agile way." * Sabri Eryigit, Managing Partner, Next Action Partners *"Strategy Sprints makes it easy to see where your business can change to grow fast, and easy to see how to make the needed changes. It's all about becoming the CEO, and Simon Severino points the way." * John Jonas, CEO, onilnejobs.ph *"This is an inspiring must-read for everybody involved in a SaaS or internet-based service business. Simon Severino offers a tour d'horizon through 12 of the most crucial success drivers for these types of endeavours. His key message across all the 12 topics is as wise as it is clear: focus." * Markus Orengo, Owner, Social Systems Engineering *"There are a gazillion business books out there. In a world with too much noise, few of them give you only the essentials. Fewer still inspire you to act on those essentials. Read Simon Severino's Strategy Sprints." * Dan Kings, Co-founder, Fireside Strategic *"The book provides concrete and actionable guidance for people and organizations that want to grow fast." * Lukas Zenk, Professor for innovation and network research, Donau-Universität Krems, Austria *"If you want to grow a business fast, then reading Strategy Sprints will support you to get there. When Simon Severino shows a business owner what to focus on, and what not to focus on, they can double their revenue in 90 days." * Rennie Gabriel, author of Wealth On Any Income *"Simon Severino's book is a literal manifestation of its title, that is, a strategy SPRINT that will get you from here to there in record time... and enjoy doing so! With help from easy-to-follow lists, fun graphics, useful tools and ongoing advice, this book is a kind of entrepreneurial growth manual. By all means, immerse yourself in this book! It will move you ahead with all due deliberate speed... and momentum!" * Ken Lizotte CMC, author of The Expert's Edge *"Strategy Sprints nails all the elements a marketer must master to succeed in today's hugely crowded marketplace in order to profit and thrive." * Jackie Lapin, Founder, Speakertunity®, the Speaker and Leader Resource Company *"Strategy Sprints brings simplicity and efficiency for immediate impact and results on your business development. A practical backbone to get things done with agility and consistency. Warmly recommended." * Cyril Legrand, CEO, Oxford Leadership *"Strategy Sprints is brilliant for the builders and creators - people everywhere striving to build their dream and create meaningful impact through their business. It's the map to streamline your business, speed your growth and avoid some of the painful missteps that are so common in the business building journey. An absolute must-read!" * Heather Pearce Campbell, Attorney and Legal Coach, The Legal Website Warrior® *"If you've been looking for the missing owner's manual for a successful online business, Strategy Sprints is it. Nothing is assumed and nothing is left out. Simon gives you literally everything you need to launch, grow, and scale a business. This book is so good, I wish I had written it. A generous goldmine of smart, actionable advice!" * David Newman, CSP, author of Do It! Marketing and Do It! Speaking *"Simon Severino presents his lessons and learnings in an authentic and entertaining way. By experiencing and sharing what most Entrepreneurs will go through, through his own lens, he manages to weave an entertaining, highly educational and comprehensive learning experience. A must-read for any aspiring or growing entrepreneur!" * James Lam, Founder, Look Ahead Marketing *Table of Contents Section - 00: Introduction; Section - 01: Eliminate the competition; Section - 02: Nail your message and your brand; Section - 03: Your growth plan; Section - 04: Real-time decision making with the Strategy Sprints method; Section - 05: Daily flow; Section - 06: Find traction instead of distraction in your ideal week; Section - 07: Value ladder; Section - 08: Predictable sales and reaching people more; Section - 09: Feedback is the breakfast of champions; Section - 10: The seven elements of marketing; Section - 11: Your assets; Section - 12: Hiring system overview; Section - 13: Hiring simplified; Section - 14: Appendix 1 - A note to you, the reader; Section - 15: Appendix 2 - YOUR GAME PLAN;
£81.68
Kogan Page Virtual Leadership
Book SynopsisDr Penny Pullan is Director of Making Projects Work based in Leicestershire, UK and a thought leader in the field of virtual leadership, specializing in leading risky change projects involving virtual teams. She has run the Virtual Working Summit since 2010 with thousands of participants from around the world. She is the author of Business Analysis and Leadership also published by Kogan Page.Trade Review"Since the pandemic began, the virtual world has become our oyster. Love it or hate it, we now teach, learn, lecture, attend committees, manage staff, harmonize, hold teambuilding events and get to know and trust one another online. This book is packed with evidence-based tips and useful anecdotes from someone who has operated in this virtual space for more than 20 years. A timely book at a unique time in history." * Trish Greenhalgh, Professor of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford *"This book is a boon for anybody working with other people in the post pandemic world. Penny's updated guidance on how to both anticipate and manage the challenges of hybrid working will benefit teams of any size. Especially useful are the hacks for supporting a hybrid team as a leader, these really help you set the culture and connect your team together." * Dr Liz Calder, President, IIBA UK (International Institute for Business Analysis) *"With the prevalence of digital workplaces and the popularity of remote and hybrid work models, the subject of virtual leadership could not be more timely. Drawing on her project management roles across different organisations and sectors and her vast knowledge of the subject, Penny presents an exceptional and practical guide that will be of use to those business leaders and project managers who increasingly need to manage dispersed employees." * Niki Panteli, Professor of Digital Business, Royal Holloway University of London *"'With a new chapter on the formidable challenges that hybrid working presents, Virtual Leadership is more relevant than ever. Like it or not, more and more organizations are moving to a hybrid work model, yet few leaders know how to create a truly level playing field among when some team members work in person and others remotely. This book provides dozens of practical tips for mastering the hybrid workplace and avoiding "proximity bias" by creating shared team norms and policies that all regard as fair. This newest version of Virtual Leadership comes at a perfect time for those who struggle to create an equitable workplace, no matter where, or when, people work.'" * Nancy Settle-Murphy, author of Leading Effective Virtual Teams, USA *"During the Covid-19 pandemic, virtual and now hybrid working have become essential. We can choose whether we see and experience them as constraints, or routes to new possibilities. Penny has lots of advice on how, with intentional design and thoughtful use of appropriate technology and tools, we can lead virtual and hybrid teams and teamwork to be engaging, inclusive and high-performing -- while maintaining the inherent advantages such as flexible location and lower cost. She explores the all-important mindset and behaviour to do this well, and gives practical suggestions and illustrations." * Dr Sarah Wilson, Vice President Global Leadership Development, Unilever *"As a GP working as the Clinical Director of a Primary Care Network requiring GPs at different practices to work together at scale, the suggestions and practical advice on convening virtual meetings has been invaluable. We have even managed cross practice collaborative workshops using suggested resources. General Practice teams are changing for example, the introduction of virtual Multi-Disciplinary Teams to facilitate patient care. I have used the book to support colleagues' development, facilitate tutorials with GP registrars and support hybrid patient virtual consultations, This is truly a book for our time." * Dr Susan Denton, GP and Clinical Director, North Guildford PCN *"In my role within a global organization, I see daily the need for better leadership for remote teams working towards a common goal. Dr Penny Pullan offers us all the help that we need in this with insight, practical guidance and a dash of inspiration, which is always welcome. Covering all the aspects of time, language, culture, and generations which make this a complicated leadership task, the book shows us all a clear path to success in this virtual world we all work in today." * Peter Taylor, Head of Global PMO at Ceridian and author of ‘The Lazy Project Manager’ *"This book will guide you to becoming an effective and graceful leader of virtual teams. Penny Pullan hits all the key points around establishing, nurturing and working with diverse groups, wherever their individual members may be located. Virtual Leadership reveals the importance of a leader mindset, deals with technology and virtual meetings, lays out a path for managing virtual work in between meetings, and addresses the complications and pitfalls that every virtual worker faces. Throughout it all, the author shines a light on the often-overlooked truth about virtual work: that its most important aspect has nothing to do with technology, and everything to do with being human. Stop suffering through virtual work. Instead, transform it through applying the skills and practices in this essential handbook." * Rachel Smith, Consultant, Facilitator and Program Manager, USA *"Penny's latest book is your own personal leadership coach. Pragmatic and practical, this book will help you avoid horrible virtual meetings and quickly boost productivity wherever your team are based. Targeted sections let you dive into solutions for issues you are facing with your teams today. Highly recommended for team leaders, managers and those working virtually whether in a formal leadership position or not." * Elizabeth Harrin, author of Engaging Stakeholders on Projects, UK *"I am so pleased that Penny has written this book and can share her skill and inspiration for really successful virtual working with even more people. When I met Penny, I was working with three global companies and was spending half of my days (and lots of early mornings and late nights) on calls with colleagues. Penny taught me so much about how to make these into really successful meetings and reading this book reminded me of all that and more. Penny is also the master of communicating in a clear and simple way, even though the subject matter is complex. I recommend this book to everyone who needs to do business in a "same time, different place" context - I am confident that practising what Penny recommends will transform the quality of your work." * Dr Ruth Murray-Webster, Director, Potentiality UK and Visiting Fellow, Oxford Saïd Business School *"Penny has done a magnificent job of covering every single element which you need to master. I've been managing virtual teams for over 20 years and thought I knew it all. I didn't. And you won't either until you have read this book." * Pete Bennett, Founder, Buzz Conferencing, UK *"Dr Pullan drills down on the world of virtual work teams to build a baseline for managers in the 21st century. Virtual teams are flexible in place and time, pull from the brightest talent and offer a 24/7 cycle, and yet have challenges that require knowledge for effective leadership. Pullan puts the benefits of virtual working in a context that managers can trust. Virtual Leadership should be required reading for every leader, project manager and executive, virtual or traditional. Get this book in the hands of your leadership team." * Tom Wise, Assistant Professor of Project Management, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, and author of Trust in Virtual Teams, USA *"As someone who has spent over twenty years living the virtual life, I loved this book! Penny's book has creatively captured the foibles and tricks and tips for success with virtual leadership." * Professor Eddie Obeng, speaker, innovator and author, Learning Director of Pentacle the Virtual Business School and Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Henley Business School *"This book is a comprehensive handbook for anyone who spends time in the virtual world of work. A lot more than just insights into the technologies, it is a detailed, practical guide to all aspects of team building, managing meetings, engaging across cultures and styles, and so much more. It is indispensable and required reading for leaders in the modern workplace." * Graeme Codrington, CEO of TomorrowToday, Futurist and expert on the future of work *"When I first began to think about virtual working, I didn't predict all the different factors that need to be taken into consideration and learned a lot by trial and error. I would have saved a lot of time and energy by reading this book! Even now, with several years' experience in virtual working, I found this book chock-full of useful tips and ideas that will help me to be far more effective going forward. I hope that this book will become a classic. It certainly deserves its space on my bookshelf as both a primer that I can lend to newbies and a very useful resource for me to use as I think through and address increasing the complexity of virtual working in multiple time zones in the world of work." * Emma Langman, Head of Talent working in International retail, Kuwait *"At a time of increasing globalization, virtual working is a very real challenge to organizations and to my own world of project, programme, portfolio and change management. Both the 24/7 global economy and mobile working without a permanent office means we have to find different but effective ways of working. We also need to find successful ways to collaborate and to build strong relationships, confidence and trust with clients and teams when we cannot meet face-to-face. Virtual Leadership helps to address and resolve these issues. Penny has a wonderfully engaging and straightforward way of writing, and her book looks across a range of sectors and situations for virtual working and virtual leadership. I certainly recommend Virtual Leadership to individuals and organizations grappling with the complexity of virtual working." * Sarah Coleman, Project, Programme and Change Consultant and Educator; author of Project Leadership *"What I love about this book is the richness of practical insights. These come from Penny's impeccable academic background, her vast corporate experience and her ability to simply connect challenges to solutions. If you are leading virtually, your colleagues will be glad you've read this book. They should too." * Jacqui Harper MBE, Author of 'Executive Presentations' and former BBC Anchor *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: The ups and downs of virtual working; Chapter - 02: Virtual leadership: mindset and approach; Chapter - 03: Working virtually with others; Chapter - 04: Technology for virtual work; Chapter - 05: Leading virtual meetings; Chapter - 06: Virtual working in between meetings; Chapter - 07: Virtual working complications: time-zones, languages and generations; Chapter - 08: Hybrid Chapter - 09: Potential pitfalls and how to overcome them; Chapter - 10: Inspiration for your virtual leadership
£77.90
Kogan Page Mavericks
Book SynopsisDavid Lewis is a guest lecturer at London Business School and Hult International Business School. A global business consultant, cited on the Thinkers50 Radar of top global management thinkers, he is based in London, UK.Dr Jules Goddard is a Fellow of London Business School. He has written extensively on strategy and leadership and his corporate clients include Orange, Tata, Danone, Toshiba, and Rolls-Royce. He is based in London, UK.Tamryn Batcheller-Adams is a psychologist and leadership development consultant who has worked with leaders in over 20 countries. She is based in Cape Town, South Africa.Trade Review"Mavericks drive progress and the world needs many more - this book shows why." * Sir James Dyson *"I love everything about this book. The world needs more Mavericks!" * Julia Hobsbawm, Founder, Editorial Intelligence *"Release your inner Maverick - this ground-breaking book gives everyone a manual for how to make a difference at work and in society." * James Purnell, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of the Arts London *"Mavericks is a very different take on the type of leadership we need if we are going to tackle the monumental challenges we face. It is one I recognize and heartily endorse. The book is a refreshing, exhilarating read whether you want to use it for personal inspiration or to assess the world in which you operate on a day-to-day basis. It is also practical and gives you the tools to nurture your own inner Maverick, or those of the people around you." * Gary Lubner, CEO, Belron International *"Reading this delightful and incisive book, I recalled a line Henry David Thoreau wrote in Walden: "If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away." All of us are capable of being Mavericks - those who see a gap between what is and what could be. The five characteristics of Mavericks herein are profound, a guiding light you can refer to over and over to avoid fatalism. By fusing all five of these traits, you will transform into an effective rebel with a cause, contributing to a flourishing life for all." * Ronald J Baker, Host, The Soul of Enterprise Podcast, Founder, Verasage Institute and Bestselling author of 'Implementing Value Pricing' *"Mavericks is an optimistic book about how we can do better. When something is wrong and we don't stand up for improvement, we fail ourselves and everyone. This book shows how Maverick leaders who are "normal" people (like us) use their belief, determination and courage to ameliorate the world; it also discusses creating an environment for such change. Much needed right now; no other book challenges us like this, for the good of all." * Diana Ambache, Founder, Ambache Charitable Trust and pioneer of The Revival of Classical Music by Women *"This book is truly liberating! Armed with a Maverick mindset, ordinary people can become inspirational leaders. Packed full of practical examples, this is a ground-breaking toolkit that awakens the characteristics within, so you can become an inspirational and Maverick leader. Mavericks gives you the inspiration to say "I can" and the confidence to say "I will". Bravo!" * Jez Groom, Founder, CEO, Cowry Consulting *"I was declared a Maverick in the mid-nineties in the brand new (read charmless, uncomfortable and desperately boring) boardroom of a multinational corporation. That day, my boss used this term to qualify my contribution to the collective efforts of our European board. Twenty-five years of Maverick-ability later, I know that this is not a title of glory, nor an actual job title but a desperate attempt by many executives to escape the status quo and corporate nonsense. A Maverick attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. Society and organizations are suffering from a huge appetite for conformity and a subsequent lack of "fantaisie". Make your voice heard and join the Mavericks club, it's never too late." * Christophe Gillet, Programme Director, CEDEP and former Director of Business Innovation, Sony Business Europe *"With Mavericks, Lewis, Goddard, and Batcheller-Adams have identified the essence of entrepreneurship. They demonstrate that innovation and creativity can occur anywhere so long as one person remains, as they put it, "undeterred in the face of ridicule, resistance and outright hostility". The book itself creates a movement, just like the Maverick leaders identified therein. I hope to join this movement and change our world for the better." * Ed Kless, Host, Sage Thought Leadership Podcast and Co-Host, The Soul of Enterprise Podcast *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Belief: We should do better; Chapter - 02: What makes a Maverick leader?; Chapter - 03: Resourcefulness: Connecting people, ideas and assets; Chapter - 04: Nonconformity: The instinct to question; Chapter - 05: Experimental: Learning through trial and error; Chapter - 06: Undeterred: Resisting opposition; Chapter - 07: Maverick styles of leadership; Chapter - 08: Maverick forms of organization; Chapter - 09: Maverick states of society; Chapter - 10: Becoming a Maverick leader; Chapter - 11: References;
£63.65
Kogan Page Ltd Change Makers
Book SynopsisKaty Murray is a leadership coach, diversity and inclusion consultant and speaker. She's coached thousands of leaders over 25+ years, with clients like BBC, Wates, Amnesty International, Houses of Parliament and UNICEF. A featured coach for women's online memberships Allbright, Every Woman and Found + Flourish, she's written for or featured in The Economist Group, Thrive Global, D+I Leaders and Gapsquare. The Director of Catalyst Collective, helping organizations co-create more equitable anti-racist workplaces, Katy's named 'one of the UK's Top 50 D+I Leaders' by Hive Learning. She lives in the Lake District, UK.Trade Review"An inspiring manual that gives tangible and holistic guidance on how to lead during the very messy times we're living in." * Kajal Odedra, Global Communication Director, Change.org and author, 'Do Something: Activism for Everyone' *"Katy Murray equips us with tools to deepen our selfawareness and hold ourselves accountable. Katy provides the support to discover our purpose, keep swinging a pickaxe at our disruptive spot in the wall of systemic inequality, and chip away with our change-making power." * Anne Foster, Director of Diversity and Inclusion *"This book should be in every aspiring change maker's toolkit! Katy Murray lays out practical steps on both the inner and outer work of change. A must-read!" * Jennifer Brown, Founder and CEO, Jennifer Brown Consulting, author, 'Inclusion: Diversity, the New Workplace & the Will to Change' and Podcaster, The Will to Change *"This book spoke to my soul. I always struggle with the expectations of "doing it all" and "always being on" that come with the "change maker" label. Katy Murray's book is the perfect salve and antidote to toxic productivity. A revelation." * Collette Philip, Founder and Managing Director, Brand by Me *"Katy Murray's book provides the understanding and practical tools and techniques to grow and support others' growth at work, while also preserving (and cherishing) space for yourself. It's a thoughtful and thought-provoking book - like a personal leadership coach in your pocket - allowing you to dip in, or dip back, when you need it." * Lotte Spencer, Global Director of Consumer Product Marketing, Spotify *"Every aspiring change maker needs this book! It teaches you practically how to build resilience, home in on your purpose and make a difference in your world. Katy Murray makes these often-woolly topics concrete and actionable with examples, exercises and reflection prompts. All written in her unmistakable voice - encouraging and nerve-giving - and above all kind." * Fiona Young, Head of Programs and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Practice Lead, Hive Learning *"For all of us that have had those days where we wonder why we are tired, why we do what we do, why we even bother to keep trying to achieve - this book can help. Katy Murray guides us to recognize our own individual power, how to own it and how to use it in a sustainable way." * Lidia Oshlyansky, Chief Product Officer, Bought by Many/Many Pets *"Change Makers is the manual for any woman. Not afraid to challenge readers with questions all women should face as they grow and develop, it celebrates femininity and show cases women who are changing our future. This book is a must for all my mentees!" * Jessica Harvey, Founder, The Female Mentoring Alliance, Managing Director and Chief Control Officer in the Finance Industry *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Introduction; Chapter - 02: Change-making wisdom - ‘Who are you and why are you here?’; Chapter - 03: Change-making self-awareness - ‘Where are you?’; Chapter - 04: Change-making resilience - ‘How are you?’; Chapter - 05: Change-making plan - ‘What do you want?’; Chapter - 06: Change-making focus - ‘How will you get there?’; Chapter - 07: Change-making barrier busting - ‘Who do you think you are?!’; Chapter - 08: Change-making ecosystem - Dialling up your visibility; Chapter - 09: Change-making impact - Pulling it all together to build a change-making life you love – stepping up without burning out; Chapter - 10: Notes; Chapter - 11: Resources to complement this book and working with Katy
£42.30
Kogan Page Ltd Reward Management
Book SynopsisMichael Rose is an author, speaker and independent reward consultant based in London, UK. He was formerly the Vice-President of reward at the CIPD, and has held a number of senior reward management positions, such as the Director of Total Reward for Aon Corporation and Head of Reward Management for TSB Bank plc. A regular international conference speaker, he has also appeared on radio and TV commenting on reward issues and has written a number of books and articles on the topic.Trade Review"This book is hands-down one of the leading sources of insight and best practice on Reward and related issues that a Human Resource professional at any stage of their experience can turn to. Michael is an accomplished and remarkably progressive thinker across the spectrum of Total Reward and it is of immense benefit to the sector that he continues to share his experience and knowledge with us." * Craig Truter, Head of Total Rewards, LumiraDx *"Michael Rose has written a must-read guide for any reward professional that wants to take the step up to strategic management. I particularly enjoyed the case studies at the end of each chapter, as they bring the content to life in a vivid and inspirational way, and help the reader visualise how they can put into practice the key ideas discussed in the book." * John Lionis, Regional Head of Reward, Chanel *"As a Generalist HR practitioner, I found Michael's book to be very comprehensive and easy to apply. The questions within each section were very useful to stimulate thought around the varying considerations of reward, without compromising on detail and clarity. Before using the book, my knowledge of reward was limited to functional detail, without clear understanding of the why the various components matter. I would recommend this book to anyone who needs a comprehensive whistle-stop tour of reward." * Sharron Harvey, EVP, Head of HR, Gatehouse Bank *"An invaluable introduction to the world of total reward management which provides a clear and pragmatic balance between theory and practice. Michael sets out a solid, thoughtful and personal view which avoids jargon and which should be embraced as an invaluable reference point for anyone starting out on their career as a total reward professional." * Richard Hortop, Vice President, International Total Reward, Comcast *"Michael's practical experience and bent make him an excellent guide for you through shifting plans and practices, with an engaging and highly readable writing style. But he is also skilled and interested in 'how they all fit together' and provides clear, concise summaries of the major strategic concepts and theories which should underpin all reward applications. I particularly recommend him to the students on the CIPD and WorldatWork programmes that I teach on. But like many experienced reward consultants, I regularly dip into the contents myself!" * Dr Duncan Brown, Visiting Professor University of Greenwich, Principal Associate, IES *"Michael has applied his deep and wide experience in our profession to produce a must for academics, consultants and practitioners who really want to understand the foundation stones of modern reward principles." * John Beadle, Global Head of Performance and Reward, ABB *"How people are rewarded is the subject of increased internal and external scrutiny. Michael's book will help reward and HR professionals deal with such scrutiny with confidence, such as showing that pay systems are fair, that they support business needs, and deliver a return on the money spent. As well as the technical side, the book also helps the reader with such practical issues as how to communicate reward or how to plan the annual pay review." * Charles Cotton, Senior adviser for reward and performance, CIPD *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: The fundamentals of reward management; Chapter - 01: Reward and reward strategy; Chapter - 02: Why reward is important and how it can make an impact; Chapter - 03: Relationship between motivation and reward; Chapter - 04: How reward fits together; Chapter - 05: How to get started with a reward strategy; Chapter - 06: Communications; Chapter - 07: Tax and National Insurance; Section - TWO: Reward in practice; Chapter - 08: Grades and pay structures; Chapter - 09: Managing pay data and pay reviews; Chapter - 10: Bonus plans; Chapter - 11: Recognition and non-cash reward; Chapter - 12: Long-term plans; Chapter - 13: Benefits; Chapter - 14: Conclusions; Chapter - 15: Appendix; Chapter - 16: References
£65.00
Kogan Page Ltd Stop Ask Explore
Book SynopsisJoan P. Ball is an associate professor of Marketing at St. John's University, a researcher and a leadership coach. Joan works with emerging and established leaders to help them navigate flux, build resilience and develop an experimental mindset when faced with tricky transitions. The founder of WOMBLab, she works with individuals, teams and organizations to develop new tools to help leader navigate uncertain transitions and teach others to do the same. She has worked with leaders from companies like Verizon Media, Capital One and Herman Miller. She is based in New York City, New York.Trade Review"Excellent leaders create conditions that advance and empower those around them, especially in times of uncertainty. In Stop, Ask, Explore, Joan P. Ball offers a field-tested framework and practical tools and approaches to help leaders-from first-time managers to C-suite executives-navigate change and equip their teams to over- come challenges in their presence, as well as their absence." * Frances Frei, Harvard Business School Professor, Thinkers50 Award-winner, and co-author of 'Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader's Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You' *"So many books simply suggest that change is something we cope with, adjust to, or survive. This book does far more. Rather, in a wonderfully clear and gracious way, Joan P. Ball empowers us to find the power in flux. Once we've understood that possibility, we don't just cope. We're transformed." * Cait Lamberton, MBA, PhD, Alberto I. Duran Presidential Distinguished Professor of Marketing at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania *"Creating a workplace where women of color can thrive requires a commitment to transformation in every part of the organization-and getting there means rethinking everything. In Stop, Ask, Explore, Joan P. Ball provides a framework that favors action and experimentation to navigate the messiness and uncertainty on the journey to genuine change." * Minda Harts, Workplace and Equity Consultant, author of 'The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table' and 'Right Within: How to Heal from Racial Trauma in the Workplace' *"A wonderful book asking profound, vital questions that will help propel us all to a better, more secure, more interesting, and successful life." * Tom Goodwin, CEO of All We Have Is Now and author of 'Digital Darwinism: Survival of the Fittest in the Age of Business Disruption' *"Joan P. Ball lit up a room of skeptical, hard-nosed engineers who aren't normally comfortable delving into soft skills. She used her authenticity, her wonderful energy, and her sense of humor to really reach them. I watched everyone's posture change during her presentation. Instead of sitting back with arms crossed, they were leaning forward and interacting with Joan as well as their peers. She gave them rich content that convinced them of the value of arming their teams with resilience, tools, and hope during a period that she so aptly described as "active waiting"." * Kim Furzer, Chief of Staff to CIO, Verizon Media *"All too often, disruption can drive one of two extreme reactions: either a deer in the headlights paralysis or knee-jerk response. Stop, Ask, Explore is the structured set of principles and fresh, practical tools that can finally equip leaders to take action that's truly effective in the face of disruption. It's the missing link in the path to get to the best "next"." * Andrea Kates, Partner at Suma Ventures and author of 'Find Your Next: Using the Business Genome Approach to Find Your Company's Next Competitive Edge' and Get To Next masterclass series *"Leadership of the recent past required unquestioned experts to drive productivity top-down through execution of well under- stood tasks in relative certainty. Leadership of the current requires humble, curious learners to inspire their people bottom- up to explore, to find, and to frame new challenges in a world of continuous change and uncertainty. Stop, Ask, Explore is not a "how to" book, because it acknowledges that we will not go back and our path forward is unclear. Since our path forward is yet to be forged, we need "learn to" guides that help us become comfortable with not knowing, exploring, and wayfinding. Stop, Ask, Explore is a book that clearly understands all this. From Joan P. Ball's deep research, we learn the power of self-reflection and self-awareness in establishing a new breed of leaders who can help lead us through ambiguity towards a better, more inclusive, and equitable future for all." * Heather E. McGowan, Future of Work Strategist, keynote speaker, and author of 'The Adaptation Advantage: Let Go, Learn Fast, And Thrive in the Future of Work' *"Everybody has experienced the challenge of getting from "What now?" to "What's next?" In this wonderful book, told through compelling stories and backed by years of rigorous research, Joan P. Ball will help you do just that. This is so much more than a book to enhance your career. It will animate your life! I couldn't recommend it more highly." * Greg Satell, Transformation and Change expert, international keynote speaker, and bestselling author of 'Cascades: How to Create a Movement that Drives Transformational Change' *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Introduction; Section - ONE: Stop; Chapter - 02: Don’t follow your passion - Dispassionate curiosity and active resilience; Chapter - 03: Don’t pivot - Active waiting and minding our metaphors; Chapter - 04: Lost in transition - Creating learning space to get your bearings; Section - TWO: Ask; Chapter - 05: Zoom in - Rigorous self-awareness and making sense of new terrain; Chapter - 06: Zoom out - Wayfinding from the outside in; Chapter - 07: What’s possible? Identify possibilities and put everything on the altar; Section - THREE: Explore; Chapter - 08: Learn by doing - The art and science of experimentation; Chapter - 09: Now pivot! From exploration to execution; Chapter - 10: Now follow your passion!; Chapter - 11: What Now? Moments and life in uncharted territory; Chapter - 12: Conclusion
£45.00
Kogan Page Ltd The Rebuilders
Book SynopsisSara Tate is an advertising industry titan. Formerly CEO of TBWA London, she was voted Best Leader in Marketing by Women in Marketing Awards and won Campaign's Female Frontier Award. An accredited Executive Coach and Brand Consultant, she co-hosts The Rebuilders podcast and is based in London, UK.Anna Vogt is a highly awarded swimmer and advertising strategist. She is the Chief Strategy Officer at VMLY&R London and co-hosts the Rebuilders podcast. With a regular column in Campaign, she has featured in Huff Post, Management Today and Creative Bite. She is based in London, UK.Trade Review"The book is celebration of the bumps in the road as part of the journey. The Rebuilders gives an important and relatable insight into how to pick ourselves up after setbacks. An honest, enjoyable read!" * Bruce Daisley, bestselling author of The Joy of Work, and former Twitter VP *"This is a modern-day Stoic's handbook, and all the more necessary and welcome for it. It is a book for anyone who has noticed the deep truth of John Lennon's line that 'Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans'." * Rory Sutherland, Ted Talk sensation And Vice Chairman of Ogilvy, author of Alchemy, The Surprising Power Of Ideas That Don’t Make Sense *"A truly interesting and helpful combination of well-researched theory, vivid examples and down-to-earth practice. Written in a very accessible style, this book will help reassure you that, even in the darkest of times, you can get the brightest insights about yourself... and so do more than you ever imagined you could." * Rita Clifton, CBE *"At every turn I found myself thinking differently about certain situations at work, in life. It made my brain hurt in the best possible way. The perfect mixture of stats, science, stories, celebs and super-helpful tools to help us rebuild whatever mess we've got ourselves into." * Caroline Pay, CCO (Chief Creative Officer), Headspace *"Gone are the days of linear smooth career development and business growth. The Rebuilders teaches you to embrace change and step up to the occasion every time. This is a must-read for anyone keen to navigate and thrive in the uncertain world we live in." * Dr Sarah Wood, OBE, Digital Entrepreneur, Investor, and author of Stepping Up *"Throughout my life, I have instinctively used failure, setbacks, prejudice and bigotry as fuel to drive me forward. Finally, we have a body of work in this book that can help us lean into such headwinds consciously and objectively. The lessons laid out within this book are universally relevant and immediately applicable. Brava team. This is a book to read, re-read and then read again." * Jonathan Mildenhall, Co-founder and Chair TWENTYFIRSTCENTURYBRAND, former Airbnb Global CMO *"Loss and failure are inevitable on the road to success. The Rebuilders acts as a vital guide for anyone on that journey." * Clive Woodward, England’s 2003 Rugby World Cup Winning Head Coach *"What a clever and uplifting book, full of practical and informed advice on resilience and silver linings." * Dame Cilla Snowball *"Now, more than ever, leaders need resilience, and this is a thought-provoking approach to building it." * Mark Read, CEO, WPP *"The Rebuilders is a manual for survival in a chaotic world. How to define success? How to find certainty in uncertain times? And why ultimately adversity is a necessary ingredient in achieving any goal. Anna Vogt and Sara Tate explore human stories we can all learn from on our own quests to build the lives and careers we want." * Kathryn Parsons, MBE, Co-founder of Decoded *"It takes courage and empathy, especially during a pandemic, to invest energy and time in giving back by creating a book such as this. The same courage and empathy that propels contemporary leaders to build a more human, equal and sustainable world." * Cristiana Falcone, Strategic Adviser, Investor, Philanthropist *"The authors have captured the zeitgeist in this book, reimagining the role that setbacks can play in moving the world forwards. We live in transitionary times, when work and life no longer follow predictable linear paths. This is a guide to navigating the new world of both chutes and ladders, showing us to how to learn and benefit from both life's ups and downs. A must read for anyone who wants to confront the reality of modern life and learn to thrive rather than survive!" * James Fox, MD Head of Global Brand Strategy, Goldman Sachs *Table of Contents Section - ONE: Reframing your setback; Chapter - 01: When is a setback not a setback?; Chapter - 02: It’s all about now; Chapter - 03: Ignore the uncontrollable; Chapter - 04: Stop peeking into the past; Section - TWO: How to tackle comebacks; Chapter - 05: Whose fault is it anyway?; Chapter - 06: The glass is neither half-empty nor half-full; Chapter - 07: Don’t wait to know it all; Chapter - 08: The unfair reputation of taking it slowly; Chapter - 09: All paths lead through failure; Chapter - 10: Flexibility will fix it; Chapter - 11: In pace lies power; Chapter - 12: Finding certainty in uncertain times; Chapter - 13: Not all success is successful; Chapter - 14: Let’s all get uncomfortable together; Chapter - 15: Making your catastrophe your calling (card); Chapter - 16: Suffering alone isn’t as productive as suffering together; Section - THREE: Comebacks are for life; Chapter - 17: Rebuilds are a process, not a project; Chapter - 18: Rebuilding is the future; Chapter - 19: References
£42.30
Kogan Page Ltd Develop Your Leadership Skills
Book SynopsisJohn Adair is acknowledged internationally as an authority on leadership, based in Guildford, UK. The world's first Professor of Leadership Studies, he advises organizations and has received the Lifetime Achievement in Leadership Award. He is the author of the bestselling classics Not Bosses But Leaders, The John Adair Lexicon of Leadership and The Inspirational Leader, all published by Kogan Page.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: What you have to be; Chapter - 02: What you have to know; Chapter - 03: What you need to do; Chapter - 04: How to turn the core leadership functions into skills; Chapter - 05: How to develop yourself as a leader; Chapter - 06: How to lead at the strategic level; Chapter - 07: How to grow leaders in your organization; Chapter - 08: Appendix; Chapter - 90: Further reading
£36.00
Kogan Page Ltd Myths of Management
Book SynopsisStefan Stern writes for the Guardian and the FT, where he was the management columnist between 2006 and 2010. He is visiting professor in management practice at Cass Business School and is Director of the High Pay Centre.Sir Cary Cooper CBE is the 50th Anniversary Professor of Organizational Psychology and Health at the Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester. He is President of the CIPD, President of the British Academy of Management and Editor-in-Chief of the Blackwell/Wiley Encyclopedia of Management.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Myth 1 - There is One Right Way to Lead or Manage; Chapter - 02: Myth 2 - It’s Tough at the Top; Chapter - 03: Myth 3 - Long Hours Will Lead to Success; Chapter - 04: Myth 4 - It’s Important Not to Show Vulnerability or Doubt; Chapter - 05: Myth 5 - It’s Lonely at the Top; Chapter - 06: Myth 6 - You Need to be the Smartest Person in the Room; Chapter - 07: Myth 7 - Hierarchy is Finished; Chapter - 08: Myth 8 - Consistency is Essential; Chapter - 09: Myth 9 - Only Hire People Who Will Fit In; Chapter - 10: Myth 10 - Leadership is More Important than Management; Chapter - 11: Myth 11 - You Have to Pay Top Dollar to Get the Right Person; Chapter - 12: Myth 12 - Annual Appraisals Help You Manage Performance; Chapter - 13: Myth 13 - Information Must be Controlled and Limited; Chapter - 14: Myth 14 - … but Women Don’t Really Want Top Jobs; Chapter - 15: Myth 15 - Leaders are Born Not Made; Chapter - 16: Myth 16 - Your First 100 Days in a New Job are Make or Break; Chapter - 17: Myth 17 - You Have to Know Everything that is Going On; Chapter - 18: Myth 18 - Heroic Leaders Can Change Entire Organizations on their Own; Chapter - 19: Myth 19 - The Boss with the Best Strategy Wins; Chapter - 20: Myth 20 - It is Not Possible to Work Flexibly in Senior Roles; Chapter - 21: Myth 21 - Pay Must be Kept Confidential; Chapter - 22: Myth 22 - Psychology is Psychobabble and there’s No Need or Place for it; Chapter - 23: Myth 23 - The Robots are Coming to Take Your Job; Chapter - 24: Myth 24 - Leadership Must Be Transformational; Chapter - 25: Myth 25 - Conformity Leads to Success; Chapter - 26: Myth 26 - Feelings are Soft and for Losers; Chapter - 27: Myth 27 - Keep Your Distance if You Want Respect; Chapter - 28: Myth 28 - Be Yourself -- It’s All About Authenticity; Chapter - 29: Myth 29 - Date of Birth is Destiny; Chapter - 30: Myth 30 - People are Motivated by Money; Chapter - 31: Myth 31 - Fear Works and ‘Engagement’ is Unnecessary; Chapter - 32: Myth 32 - The Business Case Will Always Prove Persuasive; Chapter - 33: Myth 33 - There’s Nothing Wrong with the Business, there’s just a Few Rotten Apples; Chapter - 34: Myth 34 - We Have Woken Up to the Problems Caused by Prejudice; Chapter - 35: Myth 35 - All the Power Resides at the Top; Chapter - 36: Myth 36 - People Will Learn if you Explain Things to them Clearly; Chapter - 37: Myth 37 - You Must Keep Up with all the New Management Ideas and Give Them a Try; Chapter - 38: Myth 38 - You’ve Got to Talk Like a Real, Serious, Grown-Up Business Person. Learn the Jargon; Chapter - 39: Myth 39 - You Can’t Manage People if You Can’t See Them; Chapter - 40: Myth 40 - Who Needs Employees Anyway? Get With the Gig Economy; Chapter - 41: Myth 41 - People Hate Change; Chapter - 42: Big Data Will Fix Everything; Chapter - 43: Myth 43 - A Cool Office Will Make Everybody More Creative; Chapter - 44: Myth 44 - There are Only 44 Things to Get Wrong
£11.78
Kogan Page Ltd Myths of Management
Book SynopsisStefan Stern writes for the Guardian and the FT, where he was the management columnist between 2006 and 2010. He is visiting professor in management practice at Cass Business School and is Director of the High Pay Centre.Sir Cary Cooper CBE is the 50th Anniversary Professor of Organizational Psychology and Health at the Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester. He is President of the CIPD, President of the British Academy of Management and Editor-in-Chief of the Blackwell/Wiley Encyclopedia of Management.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Myth 1 - There is One Right Way to Lead or Manage; Chapter - 02: Myth 2 - It’s Tough at the Top; Chapter - 03: Myth 3 - Long Hours Will Lead to Success; Chapter - 04: Myth 4 - It’s Important Not to Show Vulnerability or Doubt; Chapter - 05: Myth 5 - It’s Lonely at the Top; Chapter - 06: Myth 6 - You Need to be the Smartest Person in the Room; Chapter - 07: Myth 7 - Hierarchy is Finished; Chapter - 08: Myth 8 - Consistency is Essential; Chapter - 09: Myth 9 - Only Hire People Who Will Fit In; Chapter - 10: Myth 10 - Leadership is More Important than Management; Chapter - 11: Myth 11 - You Have to Pay Top Dollar to Get the Right Person; Chapter - 12: Myth 12 - Annual Appraisals Help You Manage Performance; Chapter - 13: Myth 13 - Information Must be Controlled and Limited; Chapter - 14: Myth 14 - … but Women Don’t Really Want Top Jobs; Chapter - 15: Myth 15 - Leaders are Born Not Made; Chapter - 16: Myth 16 - Your First 100 Days in a New Job are Make or Break; Chapter - 17: Myth 17 - You Have to Know Everything that is Going On; Chapter - 18: Myth 18 - Heroic Leaders Can Change Entire Organizations on their Own; Chapter - 19: Myth 19 - The Boss with the Best Strategy Wins; Chapter - 20: Myth 20 - It is Not Possible to Work Flexibly in Senior Roles; Chapter - 21: Myth 21 - Pay Must be Kept Confidential; Chapter - 22: Myth 22 - Psychology is Psychobabble and there’s No Need or Place for it; Chapter - 23: Myth 23 - The Robots are Coming to Take Your Job; Chapter - 24: Myth 24 - Leadership Must Be Transformational; Chapter - 25: Myth 25 - Conformity Leads to Success; Chapter - 26: Myth 26 - Feelings are Soft and for Losers; Chapter - 27: Myth 27 - Keep Your Distance if You Want Respect; Chapter - 28: Myth 28 - Be Yourself -- It’s All About Authenticity; Chapter - 29: Myth 29 - Date of Birth is Destiny; Chapter - 30: Myth 30 - People are Motivated by Money; Chapter - 31: Myth 31 - Fear Works and ‘Engagement’ is Unnecessary; Chapter - 32: Myth 32 - The Business Case Will Always Prove Persuasive; Chapter - 33: Myth 33 - There’s Nothing Wrong with the Business, there’s just a Few Rotten Apples; Chapter - 34: Myth 34 - We Have Woken Up to the Problems Caused by Prejudice; Chapter - 35: Myth 35 - All the Power Resides at the Top; Chapter - 36: Myth 36 - People Will Learn if you Explain Things to them Clearly; Chapter - 37: Myth 37 - You Must Keep Up with all the New Management Ideas and Give Them a Try; Chapter - 38: Myth 38 - You’ve Got to Talk Like a Real, Serious, Grown-Up Business Person. Learn the Jargon; Chapter - 39: Myth 39 - You Can’t Manage People if You Can’t See Them; Chapter - 40: Myth 40 - Who Needs Employees Anyway? Get With the Gig Economy; Chapter - 41: Myth 41 - People Hate Change; Chapter - 42: Big Data Will Fix Everything; Chapter - 43: Myth 43 - A Cool Office Will Make Everybody More Creative; Chapter - 44: Myth 44 - There are Only 44 Things to Get Wrong
£29.75
Kogan Page Ltd Survive Reset Thrive
Book SynopsisRebecca Homkes is a high-growth strategy specialist and CEO and executive advisor. She is a Lecturer at the London Business School, Faculty at Duke Corporate Executive Education, and a former fellow at the London School of Economics Centre for Economic Performance. A global keynote speaker and recognized thought leader, she is also the global Faculty Director of the Active Learning Program with the Young Presidents Organization (YPO), leads several fintech accelerators, and serves on the boards of many high-growth companies. She earned her doctorate at the London School of Economics as a Marshall Scholar and is now based in Miami, USA and London, UK.Trade Review"Full of street-smart insight, practical steps and effective techniques - Rebecca's Survive, Reset, Thrive approach delivers for teams that want to perform through real-world disruption and constant change." * Toto Wolff Team Principal & CEO, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team *"As Rebecca Homkes defines for us: uncertainty is a series of future events that may or may not occur, and it is amplified during times of extreme disruption. SRT asked us to embrace uncertainty head-on and find the opportunities it provides rather than protect ourselves from threats. Using SRT gave my organization the power of focus and empowered our leaders to act, not hide in fear. Result we thrived!!" * Garry Ridge, Chairman Emeritus WD-40 Company & The Culture Coach *"Rebecca Homkes has written a highly relevant, readable and practical guide on how to formulate and update strategies to thrive in a fast changing business environment, which should be a go-to guide for all organizational leaders." * Martin Reeves, Chairman, BCG Henderson Institute. *"Survive, Reset, Thrive is an essential compass for entrepreneurial leaders charting a course through today's unpredictable business climate. With a compelling call to embrace uncertainty and harness it for growth, Rebecca offers a pragmatic and actionable strategy for organizations of all sizes. This book is a testament to her expertise, providing a playbook that is both grounded in theory and rich in practical application. It's a must-read for any executive seeking to lead their company to sustainable performance and turn disruptive forces into opportunities. Survive, Reset, Thrive doesn't just offer a path to survival; it's a blueprint for flourishing in an era of relentless change. Leaders who follow this guide will not only future-proof their organizations, but position them to thrive, no matter the market conditions." * Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of 'The Earned Life', 'Triggers' and 'What Got You Here Won’t Get You There' *"Survive, Reset, Thrive was energizing and empowering for leaders in our organization as they learned to adapt intelligently and we were able to succeed in any market environment." * Rich Wolowski, President & Chief Executive Officer, Gordon Food Services *"Most strategy tools do not factor in uncertainty or change. Survive, Reset ,Thrive is therefore a timely guide for leaders as to how we embrace ambiguity and yet still develop and execute strategy in times when the goalposts keep moving. As Rebecca so eloquently puts it " you can't stop the market from punching you, but you can get better than anyone else at taking hits". At its core, this is a book about how to develop the resilience that will enable companies to thrive in an uncertain world." * Steve Brass, President and CEO, WD-40 Company *"Survive, Reset, Thrive is an inherently practical resource for leaders looking to drive strong market returns when facing radical uncertainty. It asks us to reframe what we've learned about linear strategy development when we're leading in dynamic markets and instead guides us through a process of debating, articulating and testing market beliefs, making iterative adjustments to strategy from learning, and placing and executing on growth bets. There are fundamental changes happening to industries we assumed were stable, and Survive, Reset, Thrive helps us face those head on and engage productively on the opportunities that this change presents." * Philip Meyers, Director of Business Development, Associated British Foods *"This book is an essential read for executives and leaders who are grappling with the enormous changes - such as AI- being brought across the economy. AI is already impacting business and operating models of all types of companies and Dr. Homkes helps leaders to develop a strategic framework to reset and thrive in this era. I highly recommend this book for all leaders looking to succeed in constantly changing times." * Karim R. Lakhani, Professor Harvard Business School & Chair of Digital Data Design Institute at Harvard *"Survive, Reset, Thrive is an immensely practical take on strategy. SRT empowers leaders with the 'how' to adapt intelligently, learn fast, and be ready to succeed in any market environment. It helps leaders find opportunities in an uncertain environment rather than protect against threats. At Gorilla, the process engaged my team in the strategy process, simplified a complex world, and provided a simple approach to reset our strategy for growth." * Mark A. Mercurio, President & CEO The Gorilla Glue Company *"These days, uncertainty is everywhere, it seems. Unwelcome tradeoffs are rampant. The result, all too often, is analysis paralysis, leading to blissful inaction. But it doesn't have to be this way. Homkes helps us see that uncertainty can be our friend, not our enemy. By embracing, rather than fearing uncertainty, and by providing us with a pragmatic playbook, she shows us how to survive, reset, and ultimately thrive in even the most daunting situations. If you want your business to grow through thick and thin, this book is for you." * John Mullins, Associate Professor, London Business School Best-selling author, 'Break the Rules!' and 'The Customer-Funded Business' *"It is rare to find a book on strategy that is well written, simple, practical and addresses an aspect of strategy that is often overlooked: uncertainty. I have read many strategy books and written one or two, but I highly recommend Survive, Reset, Thrive as the needed resource for today's leaders to guide their team's with confidence. Rebecca asks us to embrace uncertainty because it creates opportunities. Yes, uncertainty is inconvenient, and can even be a threat. But, as with all change, it disrupts the status quo, and that creates opportunities for those ready to respond. Survive, Reset, Thrive will help you be ready. It provides a playbook that helps business leaders prepare for uncertainty, reset their strategies as events develop and achieve sustainable performance building on the opportunities that emerge. Facing uncertainties such as digital transformation, AI, climate, or changing customer preferences, you will find the playbook powerful. It will help you guide your team with confidence." * Andrew Campbell, Professor, Author of 'Strategy for the Corporate Level' and 'Operating Model Canvas' *"Rebecca Homkes's strategy approach takes away all of the buzz words and provides a set of simple steps that work. This playbook help formulated my understanding of my business, and most importantly how to win. I have used Rebecca's methodology for over six years, and it is consistently helpful and relevant. Using Survive, Reset, Thrive has taken the company from serval years of losses to 10% net profitability. Rebecca's work, style, and content is simple, full of gold nuggets, and importantly it is actionable." * Husam Al-Saleh, CEO of SAC-Motor, Deputy CEO Arabian Hala *"We applied Rebecca Homkes's Survive, Reset, Thrive strategic framework to tripe the size of Primekss. In today's volatile and unpredictable world, SRT is uniquely the best in getting the team to translate the power of crisis into growth momentum, and it does this in an easy to grasp yet smart and comprehensive way. Highly recommend to all who want to grow fast!" * Janis Oslejs, CEO Primekss Group, Chair, YPO Construction Industry Network *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: Strategy under uncertainty - Survive Chapter - 01: Setting strategy under uncertainty Chapter - 02: Survive - Proactive stabilization of the organization Section - TWO: Reset for growth - Strategy choices Chapter - 03: What Is the situation and how will It change? Chapter - 04: How will you win - Competitive advantage and the right to win Chapter - 05: Where will you play - Your who, what, how Chapter - 06: Setting a definition of success - Intent and boundaries Chapter - 07: What will stop you and what should you do? - Setting and executing must-win battles Chapter - 08: There are only three ways to hyper-grow - Setting a high-growth path Section - THREE: Thrive - Building a robust growth organization Chapter - 09: From reset to thrive - Transitioning through the loop and thrive organizations Chapter - 10: Thrive - Building a BLAST organization Chapter - 11: Leadership roles Chapter - 12: Conclusion
£58.50
Kogan Page Positively Purple
Book SynopsisKate Nash OBE is a change leader with over 30 years' experience in working strategically to effect long term changes in relation to disabled people. She is the creator & CEO of PurpleSpace (www.purplespace.org). Established in 2015 it is the world's only professional development membership hub for disability employee resource groups.In 2017 she founded #PurpleLightUp, a global movement of disabled people, allies and champions who celebrate the economic contribution of disabled people to the global economy. This takes place on 3rd December each year as a mark of respect to the UN International Day of Disabled People. Prominent landmarks that have been illuminated include The Shard in London, Blackpool Tower, John F Kennedy Airport, Niagara Falls, Sydney Harbour Bridge and The Australian Parliament. She is based in London, UK.Trade Review"Positively Purple should be required reading for every FTSE 250 CEO. Business leaders need to understand and value 'human capital'. Kate Nash is an expert in helping us recognise the value of every human - including those with disabilities." * Ian Stuart, Chief Executive Officer, HSBC UK Bank plc *"Positively Purple is a tale about the talent and potential of people with disabilities. Any CEO wanting to test the robustness of their disability strategy should understand the politics of disability. Kate Nash's personal story told with brutal honesty, is a compelling read and full of practical lessons." * Duncan Tait, Chief Executive, Inchcape plc *"Global multinationals like GSK, increasingly choose to learn directly from their employees with disabilities. Building disability confidence from the inside out by investing in a disability employee resource group will make the journey so much easier. Kate's personal story shows us how to supercharge the disability inclusion revolution and create a better, more accessible, working world." * Andy Garrett, GSK Workplace Adjustments Service Programme Director, Global co-lead GSK Disability Confidence Network *"It's hard for me to talk about Kate and her work without sounding like I am always using hyperbole. I find Kate Nash's presence throughout Positively Purple inspiring. Her words embolden the reader to participate as proactive protagonists in the fight for equity. The path she outlines uses lessons from other equality and identity dimensions but adds a particular magic, unique to Kate herself. This book is essential reading for anyone who would call themselves an ally of equity at work. My team and I are all avid fans of Kate and grateful for all her lessons and practical actions." * John Amaechi OBE, APS *"Kate Nash has managed to do what no one before her has ever done. Positively Purple is the manuscript for living life and creating epic change for people with disabilities. Kate's special brand of combined grace and spicy wit helps us quite literally feel better for life. She has taught us how to feel good and change the world simultaneously as shown by empirical data. Prepare to have a hard time putting the book down." * Belinda May, Partner & Co-Chair, Dentons US LLP Disability/Accessibility ERG Affinity Group *"Positively Purple is an incredibly powerful and positive view into Kate's world and the invaluable work she continues to do to raise awareness of the challenges millions face daily. Kate Nash delves into the world of work, which for many is a minefield, and opens the door by providing tangible suggestions for people with disabilities and those who are looking to hire the best talent!" * Steve Ingham, Chief Executive, PageGroup *"An unrelentingly positive read! Brilliantly weaves her story with the must-read practical advice for employers. Show how employers can lead as allies to create a powerful movement for change, in delivering an inclusive workplace and society." * Mark Hodgkinson, Chief Executive, Scope *"There is nothing inevitable about progress - it takes relentless campaigning and great campaigners. Kate Nash is one of those people. Her insights into how to create a space without fear of getting it wrong and the importance of positive campaigning should be read by every social change campaigner." * Tiernan Brady, Global Director of Inclusion, Clifford Chance LLP *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Disability identity; Chapter - 02: Nature, nurture and a new reality; Chapter - 03: The soft bigotry of low expectation; Chapter - 04: Who do I want to be when I grow up?; Chapter - 05: Disability is a political experience; Chapter - 06: Build your network to get ahead; Chapter - 07: Lonely in a crowd; Chapter - 08: Eradicating shame; Chapter - 09: Ensuring an organization is better for having you there; Chapter - 10: Getting on at work, rather than simply getting in ; Chapter - 11: Starting a long-haul strategy to change the world; Chapter - 12: The third phase of change: when movements take off; Chapter - 13: Building disability confidence from the inside out; Chapter - 14: The futurists; Chapter - 15: Afterword; Chapter - 16: Notes
£44.65
Kogan Page Ltd The Solutionists
Book SynopsisSolitaire Townsend is the co-founder and chief solutionist of Futerra, an award-winning sustainability agency. Townsend works with clients like Ikea, Formula 1, Google, the United Nations and Lancôme to make sustainable development happen. The 2008 Ethical Entrepreneur of the Year, she has chaired talks at COP26 and COP27, delivered a TED talk on the creative industries' responsibility to act on climate emergency and is an in-demand sustainability and change speaker. A Forbes contributor, she writes for or has been featured in The Guardian, Management Today, Campaign, Raconteur, and The Independent. She is based in London, UK.Trade Review"Solitaire Townsend's passion for finding answers is as infectious as it is compelling. Her core argument is brilliantly argued: move over pessimists and naysayers; the future belongs to the Solutionists." * Paul Polman, business leader, campaigner and former CEO, Unilever *"The world needs many more solutionists - and if you're going to read just one book about them this year, it should be this one!" * Professor Rebecca Henderson, John and Natty McArthur, University Professor, Harvard University and author of Reimagining Capitalism *"Here it is.... all in one book: how each of us can and should actively contribute to solving our urgent global challenges. Deeply transformational and yet delightfully light reading." * Christiana Figueres, Executive Secretary, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change from 2010-2016 and co-author of The Future We Choose *"Actions speaks louder than words, and The Solutionists is all about that. This book gives you the insights and the learnings of how to lead with purpose and get things done." * Jesper Brodin, CEO, Ingka Group *"The Solutionists is a breath of fresh air, where no stone is left unturned by its ambitious, yet fun and energetic search for solutions. The main lesson: the Solutionists can be all of us, we just need to find our star and begin the journey now. Reading this book is an excellent way to set sail." * Daniel Servitje, Chairman and CEO, Grupo Bimbo *"We have a new name for those leading change for a better world - Solutionists. Solitaire Townsend has set out clear guidance, tactics and advice for the millions more Solutionists we need." * Erik Solheim, Green politician, diplomat and 6th Executive Director, UN Environment *"If you enjoy saying things like '1.5 degrees is out of reach, we might as well prepare for the apocalypse', beware reading this book, it might just encourage you to dare to hope. If you've already taken the first courageous step of daring to imagine a better world, you'll have fun and take practical inspiration from every page!" * Nigel Topping, UN High Level Climate Action Champion, COP26 *"Solitaire Townsend's The Solutionists provides experience-based insights and concrete examples and guidance to help young business people become agents for change within their organizations." * Professor Tensie Whelan, Director, NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business *"Courage and stamina are always essential, but so is the playfulness to think around corners. How joyous to find Solitaire Townsend's irrepressible energy and creativity between the covers of this book." * John Elkington, Founder & Chief Pollinator, Volans and author of Green Swans *"The polycrisis world needs Solutionists in every job at every level - Solutionist CEOs and workers, Solutionist chemists and farmers and accountants, Solutionist money people and energy people, Solutionist designers and marketers and customers. In this book Solitaire Townsend sets out an ebullient, well-argued and compelling blueprint for anyone who wishes to become (a bigger) part of the solution." * Bruno Giussani, Lead Curator, TED Countdown *"I love the term Solutionist and have now proudly adopted it for myself and so many other wonderful colleagues and friends! We need a movement of Solutionists and people should read this book to get inspired to become one." * Kate Brandt, Chief Sustainability Officer, Google *"If the next quarter keeps you awake at night, read the newspapers. If it's the next quarter century, read The Solutionists." * Rafael Pamias, Executive VP and Chief Sustainability Officer, Grupo Bimbo *"For anyone beginning to despair that all is lost, this book comes as a wake-up call that solutions are not only desperately needed but are great business opportunities, and you might have some fun along the way. It serves not just as a call-to-arms, but also a how-to guide for anyone who's got a solution that needs unleashing on the world." * Helen Clarkson, CEO, Climate Group *"While the non-profit industrial complex continues to talk to itself, businesses operating out in "the wild" are responding to masses of consumers who vote with their dollars. Solitaire illustrates the value of that crucial link between who we are and who we want to be." * Majora Carter, Real Estate Development Consultant and author of Reclaiming Your Community *"In The Solutionists, Solitaire Townsend lifts the weight of the many challenges we face with a new way of thinking about how we build a fairer and more sustainable world. This is the book - and the motivation - we need to build the world that we can all thrive in, and be proud of." * Aron Cramer, CEO, Business for Social Responsibility *"Even partway through Soli's engaging book you recognize that anyone has an opportunity to be a Solutionist. Through the numerous conversations and Soli's research and writing, you will learn what it takes to move forward and how to become part of the next generation of stars." * Tom Szaky, Founder & CEO, TerraCycle and Loop *"This is a must-read book and call to action for sustainable and solutions focused business innovation. Solutionists can lead us to a greener, equitable and climate-optimism fuelled future, and this is the guide to get us there." * Leah Thomas, author of The Intersectional Environmentalist *"I hope The Solutionists becomes a much-used reference in every business leader and changemaker's library. Solitaire's brilliant, uplifting prose reminds us - we can still rise and solve our existential challenges - within our generation." * Karimah Hudda, Founder and Chief Catalyst, illumine.earth *"Insights gained from the experts in "The Solutionists" will provide readers with fresh perspectives that hopefully spark even more innovative actions to help the planet." * Toni Petersson, CEO, Oatly *"The Solutionists is full of inspiring case studies from impact entrepreneurs and changemakers. If you are looking for a book to inspire you to address a social or environmental problem in the world, either as an impact intrapreneur or entrepreneur, this book should be at the top of your list." * Jamie Palmer, Co-Founder & CEO, Social Supermarket *"The Solutionists offers something for everyone, whether you are already in the mix of making change or wanting to take the first steps. Reading this book gives you a much-needed boost to keep facing the challenges and finding those solutions" * Karina O’Gorman, Head of Force for Good, innocent drinks *"We don't need another hero, we need a world of solutionists ..." * Jon Khoo, Head of Sustainability, Interface *"It's rare that I finish a book by thinking, "Everyone who cares about the future needs to read this." But I did this time. Solitaire Townsend, a gifted storyteller, has captured the essence of what it takes to tackle the seemingly impossibly broken parts of our world and to fix them - with passion, impact and joy." * Joel Makower, Chairman and Co-founder, GreenBiz Group *"The Solutionists is a good reminder that each of us is the solution. It is a breath of pragmatic optimism and inspiration. And best of all, Solitaire extends an open invitation to be a part of the greatest opportunity our generation has ever had: to tackle climate change together." * Vaitea Cowan, Co-founder, Enapter *"Solitaire Townsend's unique perspective on the challenges we face, enables understanding of how we can be involved in making urgent and necessary changes to the way we think about how live and work." * Lola Young, Baroness Young of Hornsey OBE *"This book is a breath of fresh air in our transformational change discourse. If you are not yet a Solutionist, Soli Townsend entices you to become one with her easy "solutionist star methodology", and if you are a Solutionist she'll make you recognise once again the thrill and deep sense of being that solving today's complex challenges offer." * Sandrine Dixson-Declève, President, The Club of Rome *"The Solutionists is as inspiring as it is fun, both of which are critically important to unlocking the toughest challenges. By focusing on the change-makers, Solitaire Townsend digs behind the usual approach of identifying the solutions by instead focusing on the mindset and approach it takes to achieve the transformative change those solutions are intended for." * Diane Holdorf, Executive Vice President, The World Business Council for Sustainable Development *"The Solutionists is unusual among books on solving the world's challenges: it's easy to read, fun, and optimistic. But more importantly, it's an invitation...to join the game of fixing the world." * Andrew Winston, sustainability strategist and author of Net Positive *"We are all obliged to act within what is possible for us to address the world's greatest challenges. The Solutionists offers tangible advice and examples that can serve as inspiration for everyone." * Mads Nipper, CEO, Ørsted *"An English literature expert and a climate expert walk into a bar. Turns out they get along. Turns out they need each other! Solitaire Townsend embodies this intersection, making her one of the best climate communicators I've met." * Emma Stewart, CSO, Netflix *"Solitaire Townsend assembles a cast of Solutionists who combine vision, grit, flex, fun and soul to reimagine what it means to lead. Through their stories and her personal reflections, an inspiring blueprint for how to change the world takes shape." * Amanda Gardiner, Sustainability Innovation & Engagement Head, Meta *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Welcome to the Solutions Economy; Chapter - 02: Your star; Chapter - 03: Architects, Accelerators and Actioners; Chapter - 04: The Mississippi mind; Chapter - 05: Fix it formula; Chapter - 06: Hope is a business plan; Chapter - 07: The quarter rule; Chapter - 08: Storytelling the solutions; Chapter - 09: Myths and traps; Chapter - 10: Joyful entrepreneurship; Chapter - 11: Signal boost; Chapter - 12: Conclusion; Chapter - 13: References;
£41.60
Kogan Page Ltd Sparking Success
Book SynopsisAdam Kingl is a speaker, educator, adviser and author who specializes in the areas of leadership creativity, innovation and adaptability. He is an adjunct faculty member at the UCL School of Management and at Hult Ashridge Business School, and is an instructor at Imperial College London, Sauder Business School, the Irish Management Institute at University College Cork, and at Headspring Executive Development. Adam Kingl is also an Associate of the Moller Leadership Institute at Churchill College, University of Cambridge and has also featured in publications such as the Financial Times, Sunday Times, Forbes, Fortune Magazine, The Guardian, and City AM. Adam Kingl is based in London, UK.Trade Review"How can the different creative arts inspire better leadership and management? This wide ranging book gives insight and, what's more, a helpful guide for practical action." * Rob Goffee, Emeritus Professor of Organisational Behaviour, London Business School *"In Sparking Success, Adam Kingl nimbly offers a journey of first-hand lessons from leaders in the arts on how to unlock our own creativity to be natural and genuinely effective at whatever it is that we do." * Dina Dommett, Dean of Ashridge, Hult International Business School *"Sparking Success is a wonderful book that explores how ideas and practices from the arts world-including theatre, television, music, writing and painting-can help us enhance creativity at both the individual and the organizational level. This is a powerful book, full of ideas, practical tools and inspiring stories to guide us in the journey of developing a creative mindset. It belongs on the shelf of every leader!" * Costas Markides, Professor of Strategy, Holder of the Robert Bauman Chair in Strategic Leadership at London Business School *"Sparking Success achieves exactly what the title promises: it helps every leader to be much more creative, an essential attribute in our unfamiliar times of opportunity, challenge and change. Adam Kingl is a masterful writer about business and leadership: insightful, engaging and highly original." * Jeremy Kourdi, Writer, Entrepreneur and former Senior Vice President, The Economist *"Adam Kingl bridges the gap between creative idea generation and practical business application. Highly recommended!" * Michael J. Gelb, author, executive coach and management consultant *"Kingl has roamed the realms of jazz, cooking, writing, and the performing arts in search of nuggets of wisdom for hard-pressed leaders who urgently need to innovate. He's returned with a treasure trove of practical ideas on how to weave creativity into your life and work." * Greg Orme, keynote speaker, author and facilitator *"Adam Kingl tackles one of the greatest challenges that organizations face - how to improve creativity, innovation and adaptability - by applying lessons from some of the most innovative leaders on the planet. This book is inspiring, warm-hearted and highly applicable." * Sharmla Chetty, CEO, Duke Corporate Education, Duke University *"Adam's new book is truly inspiring, drawing on threads from history, neuroscience, jazz, improvisation, storytelling and art to weave together a colorfully vivid tapestry representing human adaptation and innovation, and describing how organisations can impactfully and positively contribute to improving the world through novel, cutting edge thinking and practices." * John Davis, Professor of Practice, Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon *"Adam Kingl is inspirational, comprehensive and practical and provides rich context to a critical 21st century question: how to bring creativity to work? If you are interested in restoring creativity or leading creatives, read his book Sparking Success!" * David Brown, Director of Executive Education, Imperial College Business School *"From an author steeped in highly creative cultures, as well as top notch learning environments, Sparking Success is a brilliantly written, practical guide that will unlock you and your team's creativity." * Richard Hytner, Former Deputy Chairman Worldwide of Saatchi & Saatchi, Adjunct Professor of Marketing at London Business School *"Through his global work in executive education, Adam has extensive real-world experience working with senior executives and leaders from a diverse group of industries and sectors. This sets him firmly apart from so many others in this space, and he brings it all to bear here in a book harnessing a kaleidoscope of viewpoints to unleash the power of creativity for true business impact." * Bruce Wiesner, Associate Dean, Executive Education, UBC Sauder School of Business *"With the rapid progress of artificial intelligence, this book is a thought provoking and practical guide to elevating creativity in the workplace, providing a timely stimulus to the redefinition of our relationship with technology." * Tim Phillips, Managing Partner, Gate One *"Sparking Success is a must-read for any leader looking to tap into their creative potential and drive their organization to new heights. Filled with practical advice and real-world examples, this book will empower managers to develop a creative mindset and unleash their full leadership potential." * Davide Ravasi, Director, Professor and Head of Strategy & Entrepreneurship, UCL School of Management *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: A new Renaissance: The case for bringing creative and corporate closer together; Chapter - 02: How are we creative? The realm of neuroscience; Chapter - 03: Nurturing spontaneity: The realm of jazz and improvisation; Chapter - 04: Opening the door to inspiration: The realm of writing; Chapter - 05: Managing risk and leading adaptability: The realm of performing arts; Chapter - 06: Layered leadership: The realm of Imagineering; Chapter - 07: Combining and inspiring ideas: The realm of culinary arts; Chapter - 08: Picture perfect: The realm of art and imagery; Chapter - 09: Lighting the fire: Leading creativity; Chapter - 10: Acknowledgements;
£39.95
Kogan Page Ltd How to Become a WorldClass Manager
Book SynopsisWayne Clarke is Founding Partner of both the Global Growth Institute and the World Class Manager online programme. He has provided leadership guidance to over 700 CEOs and 25,000 managers across the world and has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 most influential thinkers" by HR Magazine. He is also a visiting lecture on the MBA and International Business Masters programme at Bayes Business School. As a consultant, he has worked with major organizations such as the BBC, the UN, HSBC and UCL. Wayne is based in London, UK.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Preface; Chapter - 01: Introduction; Chapter - 02: How to be a 21st century manager; Chapter - 03: Great goal setting; Chapter - 04: View from the top: 21st century leadership; Chapter - 05: Inspiring appraisals; Chapter - 06: Optimizing your time; Chapter - 07: Improving communications; Chapter - 08: View from the top: goal setting as a strategic lever; Chapter - 09: Better meetings for better results; Chapter - 10: The importance of understanding your customer; Chapter - 11: How to create a standout team; Chapter - 12: View from the top - Delighting your customer; Chapter - 13: Developing you, developing your team; Chapter - 14: Managing up; Chapter - 15: Presenting with presences; Chapter - 16: View from the top - World class management in a family business; Chapter - 17: How to become a strategic leader; Chapter - 18: Conclusion
£45.60
Kogan Page Ltd Future Cultures
Book SynopsisScott Smith is co-founder and Managing Partner at Changeist, author of How to Future and a world-renowned futurist. He has advised organizations including UNICEF, ASOS and Comcast and written for WIRED, Quartz and The Atlantic. He is based in Barcelona, Spain.Susan Cox-Smith is co-founder and Partner at Changeist. She leads educational experiences for private and public sector clients and was named in Forbes magazine's '50 Leading Female Futurists 2022'. She is based in Barcelona, Spain.Trade Review"The only text I've read which digs deep and offers practical, actionable tactics for success." -- Nick Foster RDI, Former Head of Design, Google X"Packed with practical wisdom and insights from industry experts, and written by two of the best guides in the field, this will be my indispensable handbook for the path ahead." -- - JD D’Cruz, CEO, RSPO and Former Head of Strategy and Innovation, UN Development Programme"Smith and Cox-Smith are expert futurists and humanists who set out practical principles and methods in this book to help teams and communities build a holistic culture of foresight to shape shared prosperous futures." -- Lina Srivastava, Founder, Center for Transformational Change"An excellent guide for thinking about how to successfully run a creative business - to solve problems in ways that jolt people and impact them in their day-to-day lives in surprising ways." -- Dean Wei, Chief Creative Officer, Crispin Porter Bogusky London"Brings clarity and depth to the ever more urgent topic of building futures capabilities across society." -- Lucy Kimbell, Professor of Contemporary Design Practices, Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London"Susan and Scott offer important insights from their years of experience developing corporate culture that neither seeks nor ignores uncertainty. They are the perfect guides to embedding long-term thinking in organizational strategy." -- Jessica Bland, Deputy Director, Centre for the Study of Existential Risk, University of Cambridge"An indispensable guide for anyone who wants to bring the practice of futuring beyond a circle of the initiated few and turn it into a relevant strategic asset in their organization." -- Lars Stalling, Head of Innovation Strategy at Discovery, Telefónica"An essential and inspiring read for those establishing future cultures within their teams and organizations." -- Timo Mashiyi-Veikkola, Design Director, Research by Design, Electrolux Group"An invaluable resource. This is a book that I will not only recommend, but I will also give it to my team for years to come to initiate them into building future cultures." -- Christopher Kent, Futurist and Foresight Lead, Idea Couture"With this book you can learn how to be successful in actually delivering tangible outcomes that can be embraced by your teams and organization. Simply brilliant!" -- Euan McLeod, SVP, HBO MaxTable of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: From function to culture; Chapter - 02: People and mindset; Chapter - 03: Language and communication; Chapter - 04: Tools and knowledge; Chapter - 05: Space and experience; Chapter - 06: Rules and norms; Chapter - 07: Networks and ecosystems; Chapter - 08: Conclusion - Maintaining momentum; Chapter - 09: Epilogue - Four futures for future cultures; Chapter - 10: Appendix - Future Cultures resources; Chapter - 11: Notes;
£61.75
Kogan Page Ltd Future Cultures
Book SynopsisScott Smith is co-founder and Managing Partner at Changeist, author of How to Future and a world-renowned futurist. He has advised organizations including UNICEF, ASOS and Comcast and written for WIRED, Quartz and The Atlantic. He is based in Barcelona, Spain.Susan Cox-Smith is co-founder and Partner at Changeist. She leads educational experiences for private and public sector clients and was named in Forbes magazine's '50 Leading Female Futurists 2022'. She is based in Barcelona, Spain.Trade Review"The only text I've read which digs deep and offers practical, actionable tactics for success." -- Nick Foster RDI, Former Head of Design, Google X"Packed with practical wisdom and insights from industry experts, and written by two of the best guides in the field, this will be my indispensable handbook for the path ahead." -- - JD D’Cruz, CEO, RSPO and Former Head of Strategy and Innovation, UN Development Programme"Smith and Cox-Smith are expert futurists and humanists who set out practical principles and methods in this book to help teams and communities build a holistic culture of foresight to shape shared prosperous futures." -- Lina Srivastava, Founder, Center for Transformational Change"An excellent guide for thinking about how to successfully run a creative business - to solve problems in ways that jolt people and impact them in their day-to-day lives in surprising ways." -- Dean Wei, Chief Creative Officer, Crispin Porter Bogusky London"Brings clarity and depth to the ever more urgent topic of building futures capabilities across society." -- Lucy Kimbell, Professor of Contemporary Design Practices, Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London"Susan and Scott offer important insights from their years of experience developing corporate culture that neither seeks nor ignores uncertainty. They are the perfect guides to embedding long-term thinking in organizational strategy." -- Jessica Bland, Deputy Director, Centre for the Study of Existential Risk, University of Cambridge"An indispensable guide for anyone who wants to bring the practice of futuring beyond a circle of the initiated few and turn it into a relevant strategic asset in their organization." -- Lars Stalling, Head of Innovation Strategy at Discovery, Telefónica"An essential and inspiring read for those establishing future cultures within their teams and organizations." -- Timo Mashiyi-Veikkola, Design Director, Research by Design, Electrolux Group"An invaluable resource. This is a book that I will not only recommend, but I will also give it to my team for years to come to initiate them into building future cultures." -- Christopher Kent, Futurist and Foresight Lead, Idea Couture"With this book you can learn how to be successful in actually delivering tangible outcomes that can be embraced by your teams and organization. Simply brilliant!" -- Euan McLeod, SVP, HBO MaxTable of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: From function to culture; Chapter - 02: People and mindset; Chapter - 03: Language and communication; Chapter - 04: Tools and knowledge; Chapter - 05: Space and experience; Chapter - 06: Rules and norms; Chapter - 07: Networks and ecosystems; Chapter - 08: Conclusion - Maintaining momentum; Chapter - 09: Epilogue - Four futures for future cultures; Chapter - 10: Appendix - Future Cultures resources; Chapter - 11: Notes;
£18.99
Kogan Page Ltd Take the Lead
Book SynopsisAnne-Valérie Corboz is Dean and Professor at HEC Paris Executive Education, specializing in strategy and leadership.Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj is an Associate Professor at HEC Paris in Qatar. She was previously Associate Professor at Henley Business School. Delphine Mourot-Haxaire is an executive coach, teacher and author. She is the Director of HEC in the UK and a former banker and lawyer.Trade Review"A much-needed manual, mixing inspiration, wisdom and practical tips. Take the Lead is a vital book for any of us seeking to advance our careers, with courage and creativity - and without losing sight of ourselves and our values." * Isabel Berwick, Financial Times *"In its concise yet deeply inspiring pages, this book offers invaluable guidance. It's a treasure trove of wisdom curated from exceptional leaders, generously sharing their insights gleaned from remarkable leadership journeys. Take the Lead is a delightful, effortless journey through valuable lessons, making it an essential and enjoyable read for anyone seeking to thrive in both life and career." * Clare Mahon, Managing Director, EMEA AESC *"Reading Take the Lead is like having a support team of women leaders alongside you, sharing their wisdom and experience, and fostering courage and confidence in you on your leadership journey." * Kim Morgan MCC, CEO and founder, Barefoot Coaching Ltd. *"A remarkable ode to women's empowerment, and it could not be more relevant today. This book is a call to action, an invitation to dare, an encouragement for change." * Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman and former CEO, L’Oreal *"A beacon of inspiration for female leaders in the business world. Backed by rigorous research and insights from women leaders on six continents, this book offers practical advice to succeed in uncertain circumstances through creativity and self-reflection. Take the Lead equips you with the tools to innovate, seize opportunities, and ascend the corporate ladder with confidence. An invaluable guide for aspiring leaders." * Hubert Joly, former CEO, Best Buy, senior lecturer, Harvard Business School and author of The Heart of Business *"Provide readers with a framework for innovation, change and courageous leadership. Drawing on experiences from successful leaders across the world, the authors challenge assumptions and offer a new approach to addressing the benefits of gender diverse leadership." * Soumitra Dutta, Dean, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford *"The stories shared provide a great resource for leaders of any gender. The book emphasizes the benefits of creativity and innovation in problem-solving, both of which are essential skills for any leader addressing complexity." * Joy Burnford, CEO & founder, Encompass Equality and author of Don’t Fix Women *"A necessary and timely international take on what companies and individuals can do to close the gender gap. Featuring inspiring portraits of great female role models and clear action plans, I highly recommend this book." * Eleanor Mills, founder and Editor-in-Chief, Chief Noon *"Take The Lead stands out as the book for women who want to move into leadership. I encourage women to read this book and use the practical suggestions along with the canvas for their leadership growth. It's also a great book for male allies to understand what they can do to increase gender diversity in their organizations." * Viviane Paxinos, CEO, Allbright *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Creativity; Chapter - 02: Compass; Chapter - 03: Courage; Chapter - 04: Connections; Chapter - 05: Championing; Chapter - 06: Curating your team; Chapter - 07: Career; Chapter - 08: Conclusion; Chapter - 09: References;
£44.00
Kogan Page Force for Good
Book SynopsisDr John Blakey is the UK's leading executive coach for purpose-driven CEOs and the founder of The Trusted Executive. An authority on purpose-driven leadership, his expertise is sought-after by ambitious leaders aiming to be a force for good and achieve the triple bottom line: profit, people and planet. With a unique track record as a pioneering coach, global thought leader and former FTSE 100 international managing director, John has worked with over 130 CEOs around the globe, including the leaders of gold-medal-winning Team GB Olympic squads, title-winning premiership football clubs and England cricket. He is the author of The Trusted Executive, also published by Kogan Page. He is based in Solihull, UK.
£60.30
Kogan Page Risk Roulette
Book SynopsisGraham Ruddick is the editor-in-chief of Business Leader magazine and host of the Business Leader podcast. He founded the podcast and the Off to Lunch newsletter in 2022.He has been Retail Editor at the Daily Telegraph, Senior Business Reporter and then Media Editor at the Guardian and from 2018 to 2022 he was Deputy Business Editor at The Times.He was shortlisted for business and finance journalist of the year at the Press Awards in 2019 and named young financial journalist of the year by the Wincott Foundation in 2013. He is based in London, UK.
£35.88
Kogan Page The Silent Rebellion
Book SynopsisChris Lewis is founder of Team LEWIS, a global marketing consultancy that campaigns for commercial and community causes. He is the author of Too Fast to Think, co-author of The Leadership Lab and The Infinite Leader, all published by Kogan Page. He is based in London, UK. Inez Robinson-Odom works in media, education, executive coaching and social justice. She is Vice President of Professional Development for Team LEWIS. She is based in San Diego, USA.
£45.60
Kogan Page Coaching as a Leader
Book SynopsisThe Association for Coaching (AC) is an independent, non-profit professional body with the goal to advance the profession of coaching worldwide. Its members are made up of professional coaches, providers of coaching, and organizations building coaching cultures in over 90 countries. The AC is headquartered in London, UK.
£72.75
Kogan Page How to Manage People
Book SynopsisMichael Armstrong is a bestselling author and people management expert. With over a million copies sold, his books have been translated into twenty-four languages. He is managing partner of E-Reward, an an independent management consultant. Prior to this, he was a chief examiner of the CIPD. He is author of the bestselling How to Be an Even Better Manager, now in its 10th edition, also published by Kogan Page. He is based in London, UK.
£35.25
Kogan Page Leading Change
Book SynopsisOD expert and executive coach, Paul Lawrence is Co-director of the Centre for Systemic Change, a change management company based in Sydney. Paul was previously a Global Programme Director for OD and Learning at BP.Trade Review"This is a practical book packed with real life examples, constructive advice and challenge. The content will make you think, smile and occasionally wince! I commend it to everyone fascinated by the real drivers of change in organisations - big, small, start up, mature and across sectors." * Ann Ewing, Strategic Human Resources Leader with an international charity, formerly Head of Learning & Development with a major bank, and previously Vice-President Organisational Capability for BP. *"Paul Lawrence has used his unique background as businessman, author, coach and consultant to provide a practical approach to a new way of understanding how successful change really works." * Andreas Priestland, Director Learning Project and formerly Senior Organisational Development Consultant BP Group *"What sets Leading Change apart from all of the the other publications that are so abundant on this topic, is the fact that it addresses change management via first hand accounts of real business leaders deep within the "change trenches". These leaders all confronted extraordinary situations, across a variety of cultures and business sectors. In doing so it offers the reader a real look into the dynamic juxtaposition of insight and reflection, action and reaction, listening and involving, learning and coaching that is anything but academic, static or linear within an organization...especially when it comes to change." * Graham Kwan, Chief Executive Officer, Character Capital Inc. *"Leading Change is the umpteenth book on change management but it treats it very differently from other books I have come across. Paul manages to make it very personal and thus recognisable. He shows the struggle that each and every change agent is going through and makes it clear there is no one answer. The book is almost a reversed version of the average textbook: it does not teach you the model and then try to explain it. It builds up 'the Emerging Change Model' step by step, chapter by chapter, taking the reader by the hand. It shows how all the elements are themselves subject to change and how they all influence each other. It's all based on actual change stories, successes and failures. The use of anecdotes makes it an easy read and there is a powerful, recognisable insight on every page.The most insightful yet down-to-earth book on change I have read in a long while!" * Karin Bax, Change Manager at HEINEKEN International *"Leading Change treats change management very differently from the many other books I have come across on the subject. It builds up the Emerging Change Model step by step, chapter by chapter, showing how all the elements in the model are subject to change and how they influence each other. The most insightful yet down-to-earth book on change I have read in a long while." * Karin Bax, Change Manager, Heineken International *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: The emerging change model; Section - ONE: Reflective dialogue in action; Chapter - 02: Dialogue and communication; Chapter - 03: Listening; Chapter - 04: Voicing; Chapter - 05: Reflection; Section - TWO: Perspective, purpose and identity; Chapter - 06: The evolution of perspective; Chapter - 07: The evolution of purpose; Chapter - 08: The evolution of identity; Section - THREE: Power and politics; Chapter - 09: Power and politics; Section - FOUR: Themes; Chapter - 10: Authenticity; Chapter - 11: Resistance to change; Chapter - 12: Systemic thinking; Section - FIVE: Application; Chapter - 13: Case study: The emerging change model in practice; Chapter - 14: Getting started; Chapter - 15: Leadership; Chapter - 16: Building capability; Chapter - 17: The role of coaching
£77.90
Johns Hopkins University Press Good Business
Book SynopsisAn inspiring and practical look inside the mind of Bill Novelli, one of the founders of social marketing, Good Business challenges all of us to change the world for the better and is a blueprint for tackling today's critical issues. From his humble beginnings selling soap in a sales training program to his rapid rise in the fast-paced New York advertising scene, Bill Novelli was well on his way to becoming a leader in the hypercompetitive business world. But it wasn't long before he became disillusioned with the drive for profits at any cost. He knew that his marketing skills made those companies successful, but what good did that success do for the world? That question sent him on a career path that involved taking the marketing and communication tactics long used by big businesses and applying them to social change. He found that this strategy was not only good for the world but also good for business. In Good Business, Novelli begins with his early career success in Mad Menera marTrade ReviewGood Business shows how to make a career in communications both a way of making a living, and of making the world a better place.—O'Dwyer'sGood Business—a blend of autobiography and plea for corporations to have and heed a conscience—evokes the Novellian drive, clarity, and respect.—The Pennsylvania GazetteTable of ContentsForeword, by Jim CliftonForeword, by Jo Ann JenkinsIntroduction Chapter 1. Finding My Purpose: From Selling Soap to Selling CausesChapter 2. Purposeful Work: Building a Purpose-Based Company and Applying Social Impact around the WorldChapter 3. Fighting the Tobacco Wars, Then and NowChapter 4. AARP and the Brawl to Get Prescription Drugs into MedicareChapter 5. The Best Offense Is a Good Defense: Battling over the Future of Social SecurityChapter 6. The Opportunities and Challenges of Our Rapidly Aging SocietyChapter 7. Blending Profit and Purpose: Building an Academic Center for Today's and Tomorrow's LeadersChapter 8. Your Purpose: People and Organizations Making a DifferenceChapter 9. What Do We Owe Our Grandchildren?AcknowledgmentsIndex
£20.70
American Psychological Association Leading Beyond Crisis
Book SynopsisIt''s hard enough to lead in good times. It''s even harder to lead in a crisis.This book teaches the art and science of transformative resilient leadership, a unique leadership style that focusses on spotting the opportunities that emerge from times of adversity, and leverages them to foster resilience and growth. With over 70 years of combined experience training leaders in business, military, sports, and other high-pressure settings, psychologists George S. Everly, Jr., and Amy B. Athey have garnered unparalleled insight into how the best leaders navigate the worst. This book distills their wisdom into practical, reader-friendly chapters and profiles leaders from classical and modern history who demonstrate the five pillars of transformative resilient leadership. Whether you are a CEO, frontline manager, director, teacher, coach, or other leader, you can learn to seize the unique opportunities afforded by crisis to achieve organizational, commuTable of ContentsIntroduction: Transformative Resilient Leadership DefinedI. Foundations of Transformative Resilient Leadership 1. Study the Past, Prepare for the Future 2. Modern Classics 3. Crisis Leadership Through the Lens of Resilience 4. Essential Neuroscience for LeadersII. The Five Pillars of Transformative Resilient Leadership 5. Optimistic Vision. 6. Decisiveness 7. Effective Communication 8. Supportive Relationships 9. IntegrityIII. Leading From Strength 10. Self-Care for Performance. Appendix A: Action Agenda and Quick Reference Card Appendix B: Self-Assessment Tracking Tool References
£15.19
University of Toronto Press Rotman on Design
Book SynopsisThis collection features Rotman magazine's best articles on design thinking and business design. Insights are drawn from the people on the frontlines of bringing design into modern organizations, as well as from the leading academics who are teaching design thinking to a new generation of global leaders.
£36.90
Policy Press Managing and Leading in InterAgency Settings
Book SynopsisA robust guide for students to the leadership and management of inter-agency collaborative endeavours. It summarises recent trends in policy and uses international evidence to set out useful frameworks and approaches.Trade Review"As a student and teacher myself of organisational management, leadership, networks and integrated care this book is going to be placed conveniently close as a handy source of reference - perhaps it may even slip into my pocket." International Journal of Integrated Care, Vol 8, 2008"At last! Here is a rich source of well-evidenced ideas about how leadership can affect the outcomes of partnerships. A contribution to academic thinking, and a practical stimulus for the manager." Peter Thistlethwaite, Editor, Journal of Integrated Care"Any student or teacher of organisational management, leadership, networks and integrated care should keep this book close at hand as a go-to guide." Nick Goodwin, CEO, International Foundation for Integrated Care (IFIC)Table of ContentsIntroduction; What are leadership and management and why do they matter in partnerships?; What does research tell us about leading and managing partnerships?; Hot topics and emerging issues; Useful frameworks and concepts; Recommendations for policy and practice.
£14.99
Policy Press Like Mother Like Daughter
Book SynopsisWomen are encouraged to believe that they can occupy top jobs in society by the example of other women thriving in their careers. This book shows that having a mother as a role model does not predict daughters progressing in their own careers. It offers a timely and original perspective on the debate about gender equality in leadership positions.Trade Review"Jill Armstrong's study about pairs of mothers and daughters shines light on the intimate and private relations between such women. It illustrates the quiet ambitions of both generations, in an extremely approachable way." Miriam David, University College London"A fascinating study on change and continuity in intergenerational gender relations. This is a must read!" Elisabeth Kelan, Cranfield School of Management, Cranfield UniversityTable of ContentsMothers, daughters and careers Well-mothered daughters? A backlash against the way their mothers worked? Career choice: like mother, like daughter Quiet ambition Daughters’ aspirations for working motherhood Working motherhood across generations Partners in parenting Making working motherhood work
£77.39
Bristol University Press Like Mother Like Daughter
Book SynopsisWomen are encouraged to believe that they can occupy top jobs in society by the example of other women thriving in their careers. This book shows that having a mother as a role model does not predict daughters progressing in their own careers. It offers a timely and original perspective on the debate about gender equality in leadership positions.Trade Review"Jill Armstrong's study about pairs of mothers and daughters shines light on the intimate and private relations between such women. It illustrates the quiet ambitions of both generations, in an extremely approachable way." Miriam David, University College London"A fascinating study on change and continuity in intergenerational gender relations. This is a must read!" Elisabeth Kelan, Cranfield School of Management, Cranfield UniversityTable of ContentsMothers, daughters and careers Well-mothered daughters? A backlash against the way their mothers worked? Career choice: like mother, like daughter Quiet ambition Daughters’ aspirations for working motherhood Working motherhood across generations Partners in parenting Making working motherhood work
£27.54
John Wiley & Sons Closing the Feedback Loop Can Technology Bridge
Book SynopsisInformation and communication technologies (ICTs) are an accelerator in closing the "accountability gap" for more open and collaborative governance.
£30.56
University of Toronto Press Creating Healthy Organizations
Book SynopsisHow can you future-proof your organization by making it humanly sustainable? Creating Healthy Organizations answers this question, showing how to forge stronger links between employee well-being and the future success of any organization. The book makes a compelling case for resilient and humanly sustainable businesses by focusing on improving employees’ well-being. Employee stress, burnout, work-life conflict, and disengagement remain significant workplace problems. Yet, there are important signs of progress. The healthy organization concept has begun moving into the mainstream of corporate wellness. Scholarly research has advanced beyond making a business case for workplace health promotion to showing how successful interventions are based on a culture of health and closer ties with occupational health and safety. More companies are addressing mental health issues, striving to make workplaces psychologically healthy and safe. Expanded environmental sustainabilTable of ContentsFigures Preface Acknowledgments Introduction The Healthy Organization Ideal Looking at Your Organization through a Health Lens Helping Change Agents Leveraging Where You Are Today Learning from Your Peers Chapter Overview 1. The Healthy Organization Integrating Well-Being and Performance Healthy Organizations in Action A Healthy Organization Model Vibrant Workplaces Inspired Employees Beyond Engagement The Capabilities of an Inspired Workforce Learning Collaboration Culture and Leadership Culture and Leadership in Action Better Workplaces Sustainable Success Stronger People-Performance Links Healthier Employees and Communities Making Well-Being a Priority 2. Beyond Workplace Health Promotion The Wellness Paradox Healthy Workplace Pay-Offs and Potential Wellness Returns on Investment Healthy Lifestyle Programs Addressing Chronic Health Conditions Targeting High-Risk Employees An Organizational View of Health and Wellness Limitations of Workplace Health Promotion Comparing Health Promotion and Organizational Perspectives Leveraging Workplace Health Promotion Organizational Solutions for Wellness Rethinking Absenteeism Present but Not Productive Healthy Psychosocial Work Environments Talking about Health and Performance 3. How Vibrant Workplaces Inspire Employees How Employees Experience Healthy Organizations Envisioning Vibrant Workplaces Envisioning an Inspired Workforce How Vibrant Workplaces Inspire Employees Focusing on Work Experiences Defining Good Jobs Healthy Workplaces through Employees’ Eyes Why Some Workplaces Are Healthier than Others Why Employees’ Perceptions Matter Closing the Inspiration Gap The Dynamics of a Healthy Organization 4. Positive Cultures What Is Culture? Culture as Competitive Advantage Unhealthy and Healthy Cultures Unhealthy Cultures Healthy Cultures Culture Change Cultures Can Be Revitalized and Can Evolve The Culture-Strengthening Process Strengthening Values The Importance of Values New Values Renewed Values From Values to Behaviours Revitalizing Your Organization’s Culture 5. Inclusive Leadership Leading the Way to Healthier Organizations Leading at the Micro Level Who Are the Leaders? Widely Distributing Leadership Responsibility Qualities of Inclusive Leaders Leading with People Skills Gaps in People Skills Follow-Through on People Commitments Setting the Tone Focusing on Leadership Behaviours Living the Guiding Principles Leadership to Build Supportive Workplaces Leading Change 6. Healthy Change Getting on a Healthy Change Trajectory Focusing on the Journey The Role of Culture and Leadership Five Principles for Healthy Change Understanding Change Readiness Aligning Structure and Culture Linking People Initiatives to the Business Strategy Widen the Circle of Involvement Make Time for Learning and Innovation Change as Renewal 7. Sustainable Success What Makes Success Sustainable? Social and Environmental Dimensions Human Resource Dimensions Ingredients of Sustainable Success Renewing Relationships with Society Corporate Social Responsibility Evolves The Changing Face of Social Responsibility Good Corporate Citizen, Outstanding Employer Making Sustainability Strategic Vibrant Workplaces Support Social Responsibility Renewing Workforce Capabilities Workforce Diversity Strategies Inspiring Three Generations of Workers Long-Range Workforce Planning Making Progress 8. Measuring Progress Using Evidence for Action Practical Challenges of Using Evidence Thinking Ahead The Value of Qualitative Consultations Measurement Tools Measures Tools Design Options Return on Investment Using Surveys for Healthy Change Survey Guidelines Finding a Clear Direction from Survey Data Using Survey Results for Leadership Development Integrated Performance Reporting Examples of Effective Performance Reporting Triangulating Your Existing Data Guidelines for Measuring Improvements Healthy Organization Measures Are Good Public Policy 9. Designing a Healthy Organization Strategy Notes Index
£24.29
University of Toronto Press Design Thinking at Work
Book SynopsisThe result of extensive international research with multinationals, governments, and non-profits, Design Thinking at Work explores the challenges that organizations face when developing creative strategies to innovate and solve problems. Now available for the first time in paper, Design Thinking at Work explores how many organizations have embraced design thinking as a fresh approach to fundamental problems, and how it may be applied in practice. Design thinkers constantly run headlong into challenges in bureaucratic and hostile cultures. Through compelling examples and stories from the field, Dunne explains the challenges they face, how the best organizations, including Procter & Gamble and the Australian Tax Office, are dealing with these challenges, and what lessons can be distilled from their experiences. Essential reading for anyone interested in how design works in the real world, Design Thinking at Work challenges many of the wild claims that have Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Part 1: Framing Design Thinking in Organizations 1. Thinking Like a Designer 2. The Adoption of Design Thinking Part 2: The Three Tensions 3. The Tension of Inclusion 4. The Tension of Disruption 5. The Tension of Perspective Part 3: Reframing Design Thinking for Your Organization 6. Reframing Design Thinking 7. Where Do You Begin? Building Your Design Thinking Program
£18.89
O'Reilly Media Leading Lean
Book SynopsisIn this insightful book, Jean Dahl, a senior executive and expert in the Lean mindset and its methods, demonstrates why you need to embrace Modern Lean principles and thinking to redefine leadership in this age of digital disruption in order to continuously evolve the Lean enterprise.
£27.74
Cornell University Press Transforming the Clunky Organization
Book SynopsisOrganizations, like people, get stuck! They get ensnared in routines and processes, and they fall back into old habits. This is the dangerous period of inertia, the period that precedes failure, when organizations show signs of sluggishness.In Transforming the Clunky Organization Samuel B. Bacharach specifies why organizations fall into patterns of inertia and details the critical pragmatic leadership skills leaders need to regain organizational momentum. From Alfred Sloan, to Lee Iacocca, to Lou Gerstner, to Indra Nooyi, to Steve Jobs, to Jeff Bezos, Bacharach argues that their pragmatic leadership skills assured that their organization did not get trapped by the doldrums of inertia. He employs case illustrations to identify clunky tendencies and inertia within organizations across a wide range of business sectors including technology, finance, banking, home entertainment, and retail. Illustrations are drawn from organizations such as Amazon, Apple, Borders, Merrill LTrade ReviewA no-nonsense, straightforward approach to surmounting what [Bacharach] sees as the primary organizational challenge for business leaders, namely inertia.... This work offers well-thought-out methods for transforming struggling businesses. * Publishers Weekly *Table of Contents1. THE CHALLENGE OF INERTIA Sluggish Organizations: Clunky and Myopic The Inertia of the Clunky Tendency Sprawling Expansion The Inertia of the Myopic Tendency The Blinder Traps Reaching Potential: Leading for Discovery and Delivery Robust Discovery Contextual Competence: Leaders as Explorers Ideational Competence: Leaders as Innovators Focused Delivery Political Competence: Leaders as Campaigners Managerial Competence: Leaders as Sustainers 2. LEADING FOR ROBUST DISCOVERY Explore the Context Scan for Information Read Weak and Strong Signals Partner for Direction and Execution Facilitate Ideation Structure Information Flow Frame the Challenge Lead for Ideation Maintain Hot Group Culture 3. LEADING FOR FOCUSED DELIVER Campaign for Support Create a Coalition Mind-Set Anticipate Where Stakeholders Are Coming From Overcome Resistance Sustain Momentum Monitor for Tight and Loose Execution Maintain Commitment and Direction CONCLUSION: PRAGMATIC LEADERSHIP AND THE COUCH-POTATO ORGANIZATION
£13.29
Stanford University Press Quantum Leadership: New Consciousness in Business
Book SynopsisIn this new book, Frederick Chavalit Tsao and Chris Laszlo argue that current approaches to leadership fail to produce positive outcomes for either businesses or the communities they serve. Employee disengagement and customer fickleness remain high, resulting in a lack of creativity and collaboration at all levels of entrepreneurial activity. Investor demand for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) continues to be poorly integrated into profit strategies. Drawing on extensive research, this book shows how changing a person's consciousness is the most powerful lever for unlocking his or her leadership potential to create wealth and serve humankind. A wide range of practices of connectedness provide the keys. The journey to higher consciousness changes people at a deep intuitive level, combining embodied experience with analytic-cognitive skill development. Tsao and Laszlo show how leaders who pursue this journey are more likely to flourish with significant benefits to both business and society. These include greater creativity and collaboration along with an increased capability to inspire people and produce lasting change. Readers will come away with a deep understanding of quantum leadership and the day-to-day practices that can help them achieve greater effectiveness and wellbeing at work.Trade Review"Tsao and Laszlo provide a much-needed, refreshing, centered look at the incredible demands on contemporary leaders and the key 'muscle' that needs to be developed in order for them to help their teams and organizations to thrive and survive. We've heard a lot from others about the importance of things like mindfulness, clarity, and resilience, but until now not much on how to unlock, develop, and apply these important attributes. In Quantum Leadership, we now have an incredibly helpful roadmap."—Len Jessup, President, Claremont Graduate University"This book is a must-read for any senior executive intent on leading their organization toward flourishing. A mindset shift is precisely what has fueled Clarke's journey toward becoming a flourishing public health organization. We never could have accomplished so much without understanding the deep connectedness our business has with people and the planet. Experiencing such transformational change has become our driving purpose and unleashed unprecedented collaboration, innovation, and talent."—Lyell Clarke, President and CEO, The Clarke Group of Companies"Quantum Leadership is THE paradigm shift I have been thinking about and trying to practice without clearly knowing how to put it into words. If you self-identify as a leader, are in a position of leadership, or are getting ready to lead, this book is the true story of leadership in the 21st century. It is for those who are at least beginning to understand and open their minds to the nature of our times and are committed to stepping up to today's challenges."—Elliot Hoffman, Founder and CEO, REV, a sustainability consulting firm and winner of GEELA, California's highest environmental honor"In the Thrive Movement we are seeing that knowledge of the dynamics of the quantum field allows for beneficial application in harmonious energy access, holistic healing, environmental restoration, and much more. The principles behind effective quantum devices are a perfect match with the principles of tuning and evolving individual consciousness. Tsao and Laszlo take this all one step further to unveil how to apply the principles of oneness, wholeness, discovery, and evolution to awaken extraordinary leadership for corporations, nations, and species. This knowledge is accurate, timely, and critical. Integrate it and pass it on!"—Foster Gamble, Producer, Thrive"We have long known – but have seldom openly discussed – that the world's most successful business and civic leaders have tapped into a 'non-material toolkit' that places intuition and gut-feel on par with other essential management tools. Accessing information and inspiration from our deeper levels of consciousness not only can improve our organization's outcomes, but can catalyze new approaches, products, and services that serve the greater good—leading to a triple win for the organization, its stakeholders, and society as a whole. The time is now for this important work by Tsao and Laszlo!"—Claire Lachance, CEO, Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS)"If we are to survive and flourish on this planet, we will need to transform ourselves at our most basic spiritual levels, becoming partners with each other in creating a world that works for everyone with no one left out. And simultaneously, we will need to work together to transform our broken global systems for producing, distributing, and consuming – systems that are currently destroying the capacity of our planet to support our own and other species. Tsao and Laszlo's Quantum Leadership offers us a powerful vehicle for seeing and acting on the possibilities for our transformation as spiritual beings – becoming leaders at all levels of our lives and in our organizations and societies. In doing so, it also opens the door to the actions we can start taking now to heal our broken world, as we heal our own damaged spirits."—Jim Stoner, Chairholder: James A.F. Stoner Chair for Global Sustainability, Fordham University"At a moment of awakening, we rediscover a universal truth. It gives us a deep sense of purpose and a grounding in reality. Sometimes these moments are decades apart, and sometimes they are millennia distant. Tsao and Laszlo have created one of these moments for you. This book will not only enlighten you, it will bend your mind in space and time. When we are in sync within ourselves (our bodies, mind, and spirit), when we are in tune with others around us and our natural environment, we are one. As an individual and in our human groups, when we are in sync we function at our peak in innovation, creativity, and compassion, and expand our possibilities. Fasten your seatbelt, secure loose objects, and prepare for the ride of your life!"—Richard Boyatzis, Distinguished University Professor, Case Western Reserve University and co-author of Primal Leadership: Unleashing the Power of Emotional Intelligence"We now live in an age in which the latest science is describing a world that seems unfamiliar to our everyday classical experience: As we are, so the world appears. Business leaders who harness the science of connectedness presented in this book will be poised to function at a higher level of creativity, productivity, and profitability while transforming the world around them in a way that typical corporate social responsibility initiatives cannot mimic. Kudos to the authors for presenting a complete how-to framework for business that places the heart of transformation right where it should be: within you."—Dr. Anoop Kumar, MD, author of Michelangelo's Medicine: How Redefining the Human Body Will Transform Health and Healthcare"Leadership is poised for a major shift in the practical and abstract way organizations are viewed. In this concise but intense presentation, the authors have captured the key elements that can direct leadership and the valuable role it plays in the future of organizations. This intellectual fusion of Eastern and Western social thought is a genuine complement to the literature of leadership and deserves attention and critical review. Highly recommended."—J. B. Kashner, CHOICETable of Contents1. A New Consciousness in Business 2. A Personal Experience: The Frederick Chavalit Tsao Story 3. An Organization's Journey: The IMC Story 5. The Quantum Leadership Model 6. The Science of Connectedness 7. How the Practices Elevate Our Consciousness 8. Selecting the Practices That Are Right for You
£30.60
Stanford University Press Riding Shotgun: The Role of the COO, Updated
Book SynopsisThe role of Chief Operating Officer is clearly important. In fact, it's arguable that the number two position is the toughest job in a company. COOs play a critical part in executing the strategies developed by top management. And, in many cases, they are being groomed—or test-driven—as the firm's CEO-elect. Riding Shotgun provides unique insight into this little-understood role. The authors develop a framework that illustrates who the COO is, why a company should create this position, and what the challenges associated with this job entail. Drawing heavily on first-person accounts from top executives, the authors offer a set of strategies to inform individuals who aspire to serve as COO. With a new preface and conclusion, and even more interviews from some of the most established and important companies in today's economy, this book is a one-of-a-kind resource for the C-suite and the boardroom.Trade Review"The critical role of COO has received little of the attention it deserves. Bennett and Miles illuminate the potential and the perils of beingnumber two. A must-read for anyone aspiring to make the leap, and for those who recruit, oversee, and coach them."—Michael Watkins, Founding Partner, Genesis Advisers and author of The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels"The relationship between the CEO and COO is critical to the success of any company. This book gives a variety of perspectives on this leadership dynamic in a highly enjoyable read."—Bruce Chizen, Venture Partner, Voyager Capital and Former CEO, Adobe Systems"As organizations and corporate boards look to solve critical succession issues or strive to become more focused and efficient, they often think of creating or recasting the COO role within their respective organizations. Done correctly, the results can be magical; done incorrectly, and the fallout can be devastating for any organization. This book is the first of its kind and long over due. Riding Shotgun carefully lays out the questions that need to be answered and the critical success factors to ensure that the person who is going to assume the role is set up for success. Every Board Member, HR Executive, or CEO who is considering the COO role in their organization should read this book!"—Tom DiDonato, Senior Vice President for Human Resources, Lear Corporation"This updated edition provides essential insight in to what makes the COO role work and remains a must-read for current or aspiring COOs." —John S. Petterson, Senior Vice President, Tiffany & Co."Events over the last 10 years have made the role of the COO more daunting than ever before. The stakes have never been higher, and getting the COO dynamic right is a must. COOs will benefit from the insights that their peers reveal in this new edition." —Connie McDaniel, Former Vice President & Chief of Internal Audit, The Coca-Cola Company, Director, Total System Services, Inc., and Trustee, RidgeWorth FundsTable of Contents1. Introduction: The Role of the Chief Operating Officer 2. How Firms Use Their COOs 3. The Number Two Job 4. The Search for a COO 5. Attracting and Managing a COO 6. Contemporary Shifts in the COO Role 7. Conclusion: Parting Words, Key Considerations
£30.60
Stanford University Press Strategic Execution: Driving Breakthrough
Book SynopsisCEOs regularly identify strategic execution as their biggest challenge, and the top priority facing today's business leaders. Based on their research with senior executives across a variety of industries—and including firms like Marriott, Microsoft, SunTrust, UPS, and Vail Resorts—Kenneth J. Carrig and Scott A. Snell have distilled the elements that are most critical for execution. This book addresses the challenges of execution, why it matters, and why the approach remains elusive. It introduces an integrated framework for understanding four priorities underlying execution excellence. Ultimately, it all comes down to alignment, agility, ability, and architecture. The authors lay out a process for applying the framework, helping business leaders to diagnose their challenges and to determine their path toward breakthrough performance. Trade Review"Ken Carrig and Scott Snell provide a framework that can be applied in any setting and draw on real-life examples to detail the elements of successful execution."—Arne N. Sorenson, President & CEO, and David A. Rodriguez, Global Chief Human Resources Officer, Marriott International"Carrig and Snell have identified the most critical approaches to building truly great organizations. This is a must-read for anyone wanting to know what best-in-class leadership should look like today."—Rob Katz, CEO, Vail Resorts"Carrig and Snell provide a concise cross-section of business experiences against the backdrop of their 4A framework to create a thought-provoking blueprint for excellence in execution."—William H. Rogers, CEO, SunTrust Banks"Strategic Execution distills decades of leadership experience into an actionable guide for companies, teams, and managers. If you want your company—or your team—to move faster, this is the book for you."—Laszlo Bock, CEO of Humu, author of Work Rules!, and former Chief People Officer, Google"Strategic Execution offers an update to the classic book Execution by Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan, addressing the same enduring challenges but with solutions designed for the Information Age."—Laurie Siegel, Senior Advisor, G100 Network, and former Chief Human Resources Officer, Tyco International"My mission is to help successful leaders achieve positive, lasting change in behavior. This book can help both individuals and teams achieve this mission!"—Marshall Goldsmith, New York Times bestselling author of Triggers and What Got You Here Won't Get You ThereTable of Contents1. The CEO's Top Challenge 2. The 4A Framework: Focus Resources and Energy 3. Alignment: The Imperative of Shared Intent 4. Ability: The Power of Talent 5. Architecture: The Clarity of Design and Process 6. Agility: The Speed of Change 7. Using the 4A Framework: A Guide for Action
£34.00
Stanford University Press Engine of Impact: Essentials of Strategic
Book SynopsisWe are entering a new era—an era of impact. The largest intergenerational transfer of wealth in history will soon be under way, bringing with it the potential for huge increases in philanthropic funding. Engine of Impact shows how nonprofits can apply the principles of strategic leadership to attract greater financial support and leverage that funding to maximum effect. As Good to Great author Jim Collins writes in his foreword, this book offers "a detailed roadmap of disciplined thought and action for turning a good nonprofit into one that can achieve great impact at scale." William F. Meehan III and Kim Starkey Jonker identify seven essential components of strategic leadership that set high-achieving organizations apart from the rest of the nonprofit sector. Together, these components form an "engine of impact"—a system that organizations must build, tune, and fuel if they hope to make a real difference in the world. Drawing on decades of teaching, advising, grantmaking, and research, Meehan and Jonker provide an actionable guide that executives, staff, board members, and donors can use to jumpstart their own performance and to achieve extraordinary results for their organization. Along with setting forth best practices using real-world examples, the authors outline common management challenges faced by nonprofits, showing how these challenges differ from those faced by for-profit businesses in important and often-overlooked ways. By offering crucial insights on the fundamentals of nonprofit management, this book will help leaders equip their organizations to fire on all cylinders and unleash the full potential of the nonprofit sector. Visit www.engineofimpact.org for additional information. Trade Review"This is a fabulous book—and a necessary one. It takes vitally important insights that Meehan and Jonker have been teaching for many years and distils them into practical advice that will benefit anyone in the social sector who aspires to achieve an outsized impact."—Jonathan Levin, Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University"As a philanthropist constantly grappling with how I can achieve more impact, I found Jonker and Meehan's insights to be provocative and engaging. They go beyond the typical rhetoric regarding 'what the nonprofit sector can learn from business' and give these organizations their due—with great advice. Nonprofits are dealing with often intractable societal problems of enormous complexity and uncertain revenue streams. These authors appreciate the weight on leaders' shoulders, while offering a detailed roadmap to maximize their impact. A must-read."—Jeff Raikes, Co-Founder, Raikes Foundation, former CEO, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Chairman, Stanford University Board of Trustees"No one knows the not-for-profit sector and its most effective leaders better than Meehan and Jonker. Their book is a master class on what it takes to drive meaningful impact. In tackling the fundamental questions—strategy and focus, discipline and accountability—the authors get to the heart of what every mission-focused leader needs to understand. Engine of Impact is a book to read and re-read—the definitive guide for all who aspire to lead high-performing and high-achieving organizations."—Sally Osberg, former President and CEO, Skoll Foundation, and co-author of Getting Beyond Better"Bill Meehan and Kim Jonker have decades of experience in rigorously evaluating what makes organizations operate—or fail to operate—at a high level. In Engine of Impact, they leverage that deep knowledge to create a smart, compelling guide to doing good by leading well."—Jamie Dimon, Chief Executive Officer, JPMorgan Chase"Engine of Impact is an essential handbook for every aspiring social sector leader and philanthropist. Creating social impact is an art and a science, requiring investments of heart and mind. Meehan and Jonker's outstanding analysis combines the intense rigor of business strategy with the critical soft skills of courage and creativity to equip us with the toolkit necessary for transformative social change."—Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen, Founder, laaf.org, author, Giving 2.0, Founder and Chairman, Stanford Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society, and Founder and Board Chair Emeritus, Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund"Building and leading great non-profits is a socially vital—but managerially daunting—endeavor. Enter Bill Meehan and Kim Jonker who, in simple and lively prose, draw upon deep research and lived experience to deliver the essential field guide on how to do it right. All of us—donors, volunteers, board members, executives, citizens—are in their debt."—Dominic Barton, Global Managing Partner Emeritus, McKinsey & Company"In an era when the work of nonprofits is ever more essential, Meehan and Jonker deliver critical insights, strategic guidance, and inspirational lessons from the front lines. Readers will benefit enormously from their candor and clear-headed wisdom. We're awash in business books, but the nonprofit sector has been wanting for its own evidence-based guide. In Engine of Impact, they have it. I strongly recommend this book for nonprofit leaders, funders, and anyone seeking to optimize humanitarian impact."—Jacquelline Fuller, President, Google.org"This book will change most readers. Its style is very direct. It sees the future. It draws on both the classics and the authors' deep knowledge of our field. It is practical, and it cares."—Bill Drayton, CEO & Chair, Ashoka"Engine of Impact is an indispensable tool for today's nonprofit leader. Drawing on their considerable expertise and insight, Meehan and Jonker provide a framework for dedicated executives who are committed to building organizations that are worthy of their missions."—Matt Bannick, former Managing Partner, Omidyar Network"The social sector has long needed a book like this one, which emphasizes a businesslike approach to doing good at scale. When the bottom line is measured by impact on human lives, the best intentions are never enough. By applying lessons in management excellence, this book will help nonprofits achieve significantly better results."—Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, Founder and Chairperson, BRAC"Bill Meehan and Kim Jonker have written a playbook for those who are not satisfied with doing some good, but want to do as much good as they can with their time and talents. This is a vital topic, and I'm excited to see how the next generation of nonprofit leaders applies the ideas and insights in this book."—Cari Tuna, Co-founder and President, Good Ventures, and Managing Director, Open Philanthropy Project"Hard-hitting and willing to express decisive, experience-based views, this book is sophisticated, evidence- and ideas-based. A 'how and when to do it' guidebook, it is also a pleasure to read."—Joel Fleishman, Professor of Law and Public Policy, Duke University, co-author, Give Smart"Every engine needs a tune up from time to time. Even the strongest organizations will find value in Engine of Impact. With inspiring stories and cogent frameworks, Meehan and Jonker show us that social change is an art and a science that demands rigor and spirit. With guidance like this, we can find a path to a better world."—Jacob Harold, President and CEO, GuideStar"If you're a nonprofit leader who cares deeply and passionately for the people and causes you serve, you will love Engine of Impact. Bill Meehan and Kim Jonker are quintessential big thinkers, but their insights do not come from 'on high.' This is practical wisdom at a human scale, reinforced with great examples. You will come away from this book with real optimism that we are, indeed, entering a new era of impact."—Mario Morino, Chairman, Morino Institute, Co-founder, Venture Philanthropy Partners, and author, Leap of Reason"Meehan and Jonker have worked in the sector, studied their history, interviewed key players, and can compare and contrast what's known about the social sector with what's known about public agencies and corporate actors. The book is grounded in two careers worth of real work...If you, unlike me, appreciate the efficiency of the business book genre then by all means, read Engine of Impact. If you, like me, find the business section of the bookstore the easiest one to skip past, this is one of the rare books worth stopping for."—Lucy Bernholz, Philanthropy 2173Table of Contents1. The Primacy of Mission 2. The Few Strategic Concepts That Matter 3. Count What Counts 4. Insight and Courage 5. Your Team of Teams: Building and Sustaining a High-Performing Organization 6. Money Matters: Funding as Essential Fuel 7. Board Governance: Do What Works 8. Scaling: Leveraging the Seven Essentials to Magnify Your Impact Conclusion: Strategic Leadership: Now Is the Time
£19.79
Stanford University Press Leading Matters: Lessons from My Journey
Book SynopsisIn Leading Matters, current Chairman of Alphabet (Google's parent company), former President of Stanford University, and "Godfather of Silicon Valley," John L. Hennessy shares the core elements of leadership that helped him become a successful tech entrepreneur, esteemed academic, and venerated administrator. Hennessy's approach to leadership is laser-focused on the journey rather than the destination. Each chapter in Leading Matters looks at valuable elements that have shaped Hennessy's career in practice and philosophy. He discusses the pivotal role that humility, authenticity and trust, service, empathy, courage, collaboration, innovation, intellectual curiosity, storytelling, and legacy have all played in his prolific, interdisciplinary career. Hennessy takes these elements and applies them to instructive stories, such as his encounters with other Silicon Valley leaders including Jim Clark, founder of Netscape; Condoleezza Rice, former U.S. Secretary of State and Stanford provost; John Arrillaga, one of the most successful Silicon Valley commercial real estate developers; and Phil Knight, founder of Nike and philanthropist with whom Hennessy cofounded Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University. Across government, education, commerce, and non-profits, the need for effective leadership could not be more pressing. This book is essential reading for those tasked with leading any complex enterprise in the academic, not-for-profit, or for-profit sector.Trade Review"John Hennessy is Silicon Valley's gold standard. In both business and academia, he is the true measure of enlightened leadership and rock-solid integrity, paving the way for and acting as inspiration to the new generation of entrepreneurs. It is a cause for celebration that he has finally put his wisdom and experiences into print."—John Chambers, former CEO of Cisco"Leading Matters is a gorgeous, inspirational, and essential handbook for the leaders we all hope to be. John Hennessy shares more than 90 life lessons in leadership -- lessons learned as an entrepreneur, professor, and president of one of the world's great universities. Ranging from artificial intelligence to the arts to the value of empathy, John's stories are a rare gift for the courageous, humble servant leader inside each of us. Now, more than ever, we need this book."—John Doerr, author of Measure What Matters"In this book, John Hennessy shares deep insights gained from a phenomenal career as an engineer, an entrepreneur, and the president of a world-class university. It's an indispensable guide for leaders at every level."—Bill Gates, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation"For me, John Hennessy is one of the great university presidents. Leading Matters is a must read. As an alumnus, I take great pride that my alma mater had such a leader at its helm. With this great book, he leads us still."—Vartan Gregorian, President, Carnegie Corporation of New York"This book is just like its author: humble, empathetic, courageous and very smart. It tells leaders a hard truth: successful leadership isn't just about confidence or expertise. It also requires the harder-won qualities of humility and empathy. John came by these lessons honestly and is now generously sharing them with a new generation of leaders."—Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google"John Hennessy was a transformational president for Stanford University. In this insightful book, he provides a "how to" guide that will benefit leaders from all walks of life. And it's a good read too -- with wonderful examples of how to marry vision and execution in the face of both challenges and opportunities on the road to change."—Condoleezza Rice, Professor and Former Provost of Stanford University"In Leading Matters, John Hennessy challenges each of us to consider how we can develop our own leadership style. His powerful insights—informed by his long and distinguished tenure as president of Stanford University—are about grounding leadership in empathy, courage, and service. This book is a guide for leading in good and tough times alike—and for helping raise the next generation of leaders."—Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook and Founder of LeanIn.Org and OptionB.Org
£21.59
Bristol University Press Redeeming Leadership: An Anti-Racist Feminist
Book SynopsisNow available in paperback with a new preface and foreword by Stella Nkomo. How might imperialist, masculinist and white supremacist grips on leadership be loosened? In this thought-provoking and accessible new study, Helena Liu suggests that anti-racist feminism can challenge conventional models and practices of power. Combining a critical review of leadership theory with enlightening examples from around the world, the book shows how the intellectual and activist elements of feminist movements provide antidotes to contemporary leadership research and practice. For those interested in management, organisation, feminism, race and many more studies, it sets the agenda for a radical reimagining of control and leadership in all its forms.Trade Review“Helena Liu writes an incisive critique of whiteness and anti-woman scholarship while articulating a stirring call for change in the way we think about, practice and research Leadership. A must-read for any scholar seriously engaging with Leadership.” Sadhvi Dar, Queen Mary University of LondonTable of ContentsIntroduction Part I: The Violences of Leadership Dominance Purity Destruction Salvation Part II: Anti- Racist Feminist Redemption Anti-Racist Feminisms Undoing Leadership White Allyship Restoration
£75.99
Bristol University Press The Logic of Professionalism: Work and Management
Book SynopsisThis book discusses common management and work practices in professional service organizations. Alvehus opens important discussions on what it means to work, manage, and be managed in such professional organizations, casting light on classic conflicts. He takes everyday work as a starting point and adopts a critical view that focuses on challenges and struggles in both public and private settings. He offers new perspectives and key insights for the future of professionalism. Providing a comprehensive overview of the field, this book is an important guide for understanding how professionalism is maintained in today’s organizations. It will be essential reading for students and scholars of management and leadership.Table of Contents1. Work in Professional Service Organizations 2. Professionalism from an Institutional Logics View 3. The Ambiguity of Professional Service Work 4. Control, and Control over Control 5. The Politics of Leadership 6. Superfi cial Hybridity 7. Understanding the Logic of Professionalism 8. The Future of Professional Work
£76.00
