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Book SynopsisUsing case studies from top corporations, Kotter unfolds the stories behind the successes of leaders who propelled their companies beyond expectations. Through example, Kotter identifies the personal attributes of these leaders and illustrates the practices that create outstanding leadership.
Trade ReviewPaul Fulton President, Sara Lee Corporation Kotter's insights are remarkable.
A Force for Change will be required reading for all our young managers.
William H. Genge Chairman, Ketchum Communications, Inc. John Kotter demythologizes the concept of leadership and clearly distinguishes it from management. In the process, he provides new guidelines for leaders and managers trying to optimize their relationships and effectiveness.
Michael M. Lombardo Center for Creative Leadership The most compelling and incisive description of leadership processes and structures that I've ever seen.
Thomas J. Mithen General Electric Full of powerful, useful ideas that will be of great service to those who have been struggling to define and assess leadership.
Warren R. Wilhelm AMOCO Corporation One not only learns from his book, but is excited by it. The weaving of research results and case examples is extremely effective.
Robert E. Gregory, Jr. President, VF Corporation
A Force for Change will be received as the seminal work on the nature and function of leadership.
Irvine 0. Hockaday, Jr. Chief Executive Officer, Hallmark Cards, Inc. There are many echoes but few voices writing about leadership and management these days. John Kotter's is one of those voices. His concepts offer fresh perspectives which hit home with force and endurance.
Table of ContentsContentsPreface
I Introduction1. Management and Leadership
2. Leadership in Action
II The Process of Leadership3. Establishing Direction
4. Aligning People
5. Motivating and Inspiring
III The Structure of Leadership6. Multiple Roles
7. Thick Informal Networks
IV The Origins of Leadership8. Heredity and Childhood
9. Career Experiences
10. Corporate Culture
Postscript
Appendix: The Research
Notes
Bibliography
Index
