Description
Book SynopsisThis pragmatic "how to" book is derived from the authors extensive experience of one-to-one executive coaching, with tools, approaches, and frameworks to support leaders in progressing their careers, while also maintaining a sense of balance and purpose in their lives.
Trade Review"..full of useful advice and insights..." (Long Range Planning, No.35, 2002)
"…this one had me hooked…I stopped reviewing it and started reading it for pleasure…" (EDGE, Autumn 2002)
"…this one provides the means of moving from admiration to emulation without suggesting imitation. The suggestion is that existing and would-be leaders should use the hints and methods contained here to decide on their own approach…" (The Independent, 7 December 2002)
"…This ‘how to’ book has arisen from the authors’ extensive experience of leadership development in the US and Europe…" (Management Abstracts)
"…had me hooked…the lessons of the book are as applicable to team leaders as they are to corporate leaders.…" (Edge, December 2002)
Table of ContentsPART I: ANTICIPATE.
Detecting Weak Signals.
Developing Mental Agility.
Freeing Up Resources.
PART II: ALIGN.
Leading through embodiment.
Task through Relationship.
Creating Cultures that can Act.
PART III: ACT.
80:20 Leadership.
Ready, Fire, Aim.
Dogged Pursuit (and knowing when to stop).
Conclusion.
Alpha Leaders Website.
Biographies.
