Resilient Leadership

As a leader, you have work that is complex, full of ups and downs. Your ability to be resilient - to pick yourself up after setbacks and keep on going no matter the challenges - is critical not only to successful leadership but also to fostering teams, generating collaboration, and igniting your organization. In this breakthrough book, veteran consultants Joan McArthur-Blair and Jeanie Cockell show that Appreciative Inquiry can be an invaluable tool to build that resilience.

Dive into the transformative journey of "Cultivating Thriving Futures" – an essential guide for unlocking the boundless potential within young people. This groundbreaking eBook seamlessly intertwines theory and practical applications to redefine youth empowerment, steering away from deficit frameworks and towards a radiant horizon of strength and resilience. Embark on this intellectual voyage with Chapter 1, where the concept of strength-based philosophies in youth development is not just explored but vivified, providing a radical new lens to view the untapped power of positive framing. ...

Success is a concept that many of us strive for, yet it often feels intangible. We may dream about where we want to go but struggle to define the steps to get there. The truth is, success requires more than just ambition or talent—it demands clarity, action, and commitment. Without a plan, a goal is simply a wish. Without vision, even the best-laid plans can lose their meaning. This book is designed to guide you in creating a clear, actionable path toward your goals, equipping you with tools to overcome obstacles and empowering you to grow both professionally and personally. In these ...

Built for the boardroom. Proven in the classroom. Trusted by Fortune 50 leaders and top educators for over a decade. Now available to everyone — in print, ebook, and audio — for a fraction of the cost. Redefine leadership. Reimagine resilience. Rise above the IQ vs. EQ debate. The Resilient Leader: Embracing Resilience for Success offers a bold new approach to leadership in today’s complex world. Acclaimed leadership expert William R. Stanek takes you beyond the outdated IQ vs. EQ paradigm and introduces the power of holistic intelligence — a dynamic fusion of emotional, creative, ...

Individuals, teams, and organizations must become more resilient in today’s complex world, and each one will experience failure at some point. Successful individuals, teams, and organizations bounce back. Winning After Losing: Building Resilient Teams offers a collection of lessons on leadership and resilience of winning teams. I am writing this book as a retired US Army three-star general and as the former chief operating officer of a public biotechnology company.

Las organizaciones están soportando actualmente una gran tensión. Con una recesión en el horizonte, los directivos se inclinan por la reducción de costes y la protección de los activos. Si bien este es un enfoque comprensible, la crisis presenta una oportunidad para que las organizaciones piensen estratégicamente cómo ganar resiliencia al aprovechar sus recursos.

Grace Under Pressure: Leading Through Change and Crisis focuses on three things leaders need to do when change and adversity strike: take care of their people, take care of themselves, and prepare for the future. And they must do it all with a sense of grace—calmly, collectedly, and compassionately. This book provides a roadmap for leaders seeking to create community as they meet the coming challenges with dignity and grace.

"Chasing New Heights" is the continuation of Holly’s journey as she transitions into high school, where new challenges await her on and off the cross country course. After a triumphant middle school season, Holly faces increased competition, self-doubt, and the pressure of leadership as she mentors younger runners like Mia. With the state championships on the horizon, Holly must balance the weight of expectations, her friendships, and her passion for running. Through perseverance, she discovers that success is not just about winning but about personal growth, teamwork, and embracing the ...

In this engaging and insightful book, management strategist and Wharton Fellow Baba Prasad sheds new light on the subject, and offers practical advice for executives, entrepreneurs, and anyone else who'll need the skills to face the unpredictability, risk, and deep uncertainty that lies ahead. Filled with vivid examples and insights from around the world and throughout history - from the Brazilian rainforest and the "frugal innovation" of 19th century Indian engineers to Ericsson, Lego, Burt's Bees, and Zara - Nimble reveals what sets the most nimble leaders and organizations apart.

What does it take to have fearless schools? It starts with psychological safety-students, teachers, and leaders who know that mistakes are the source of learning, not shame or embarrassment. In order for great learning to take place, we first must build the trust and resilience needed to produce fearless students, teachers, and leaders - and ultimately create fearless schools.

ransform Chaos into Opportunity: Master the Art of Evolutionary Leadership In a business world defined by disruption, yesterday's leadership playbook no longer works. What if you could turn uncertainty into your greatest competitive advantage? "Evolutionary Leadership Applied" offers a groundbreaking framework that transforms how you navigate complexity and change. Drawing from nature's most successful adaptation strategies, this practical guide equips you with actionable tools to thrive amid turbulence, not just survive it. As a leader facing relentless pressure to deliver results while ...

What does it truly mean to be human in an age of rapid change, digital noise, and profound challenges? Embark on a transformative exploration with media host and producer Joshua T. Berglan in UnMasking Humanity: A Journey Into the Heart of Being. Born from the host's own journey through physical adversity that reshaped his interviewing style, this book transcends the typical Q&A format, offering a unique window into the souls of 25 extraordinary individuals. Through the lens of his signature "21 Questions," Berglan connects with a diverse tapestry of visionaries, healers, innovators, ...

Every journey has its valleys and peaks, moments of triumph and times of testing. For a leader, these moments aren’t just experiences; they are the foundation upon which character is forged and purpose is revealed. Life’s toughest challenges don’t come to us merely as trials—they are also invitations to step into a greater calling, to rise above and see a broader horizon. As leaders, our lives are like rugged landscapes, shaped by each trial we face and each lesson we embrace. We stand not only as individuals but as examples, as guides for those looking up to us, seeking to find ...

Mind Over Matter: Leading with Trust, Building Positivity, and Believing in Your Best Future is a powerful and practical guide for anyone looking to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In this deeply personal and uplifting book, Winsome Campbell shares her journey of overcoming negativity, fostering trust, and transforming her mindset in the face of workplace challenges. With relatable experiences and pivotal moments of unexpected support, Winsome demonstrates how a shift in perspective can turn obstacles into opportunities for growth. Packed with practical strategies, ...

Despite having a desire to succeed, we are so accustomed to working hard to reach our goals and produce results in the workplace, that many of us sacrifice our deeper humanity in the process. This timely book is ideally suited for the current era of anxiety and global upheaval that has awakened us to our collective dissatisfaction with the status quo.

Your business may be financially successful, but you are probably still central to too many decisions. And feelings of being stuck, overwhelmed or lonely are common. Succession thinking is an SME business-building approach to help you build a resilient organisation that can deliver long-term success while also increasing the value of your business. It is also an approach where you don't lose your entrepreneurial roots.

The future of work swept in sooner than expected, accelerated by COVID-19, creating an urgent need for new maps, new mindsets, new strategies - and most importantly, a trusted guide to take us on this journey. That guide is Jeff Schwartz. A founding partner of Deloitte Consulting's Future of Work practice, Schwartz brings clarity, humor, wisdom, and practical advice to the future of work, a topic surrounded by misinformation, fear, and confusion.

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, global interconnectedness, and unprecedented challenges, "Leading with Resilience: Mastering the Art of Adaptive Leadership in the Modern World" emerges as a vital guide for current and aspiring leaders. This insightful book delves into the heart of what it takes to lead effectively in today's complex and ever-evolving landscape.

Ann was agitated and troubled as she summoned the courage to recount what had happened. The intensity of her remarks was gripping the whole team; all eyes were on her. She took the extraordinary step of sharing her emotions with her team; she felt alone, helpless, unimportant, and rejected. In reflecting on our individual professional experiences, we each remember occasions when we were Ann; desperate for connection. At times we reacted by retreating to our offices and at other times by becoming angry, shouting, or being overly defensive. Has this ever happened to you?

COVID and the resulting pandemic has brought about more change than anyone could have predicted. Managers and executives at all levels had to deal with these unprecedented challenges with no help, assistance, or support...until now. Join best-selling author R. Michael Anderson as he provides the 12 principles for reshaping how to lead in this "Next Normal" and beyond. Make sure you have the latest knowledge in this brand new audiobook that will give you the added tools and skills to be the leader your team needs during these challenging times.