Leading in a Culture of Change
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| Rating | : | 4.39 (934 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0787987662 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 176 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-04-25 |
| Language | : | English |
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"offers valuable insights into the dynamics of changefull of illustrative case examples, exercises and resources" (Long Range Planning, Number 38, 2005) "easy to read and understand" (Personnel Today, 2nd October 2001)"This is a book for all would-be heads of department and deputy heads. Every serving head should buy a copy. I shall buy at least 50 and enjoy giving them away to those at the start of their careers in the confident knowledge that the next generation will be more successful as leaders than the present one." (Times Education Supplement, 7 September 2001)
John Gibbs said Knowledge building and leadership. There are five components of leadership which represent independent but mutual reinforcing forces for positive change, according to Michael Fullan in this book. The five components are: moral purpose, understanding change, relationship building, knowledge creation and sharing, and coherence making. All effective leaders also possess the personal characteristics which the author labels "th. "No recipe, but a new mind-set" according to Amazon Customer. In an increasingly complex and fast-changing world, we cannot just rely on charismatic leaders to solve our problems. We need to cultivate leadership at all levels of any organization, business or education, "to face problems for which there are no simple, painless solutions" (p.No recipe, but a new mind-set In an increasingly complex and fast-changing world, we cannot just rely on charismatic leaders to solve our problems. We need to cultivate leadership at all levels of any organization, business or education, "to face problems for which there are no simple, painless solutions" (p.3). Instead of prescribing recipes of set steps for leaders, Fullan gives a framework or new mind-set of 5 them. ). Instead of prescribing recipes of set steps for leaders, Fullan gives a framework or new mind-set of 5 them. "Leading with Clarity" according to Andrew A. Hoover. In this book, Fullan integrates theory, research, case studies, and anecdotes to flesh out the dynamics of effective leadership in this post-modern era of complexity, interconnectedness, and rapid (often transformational) technological and social change. He identifies and elaborates on the five components of leadership, which can affect sustainable change: Moral purpose, understanding cha
He masterfully captures how leaders can significantly improve their learning and performance, even in the uncontrollable, chaotic circumstances in which they practice. We look forward to sharing it with our grantees." --Tom Vander Ark, executive director, Education, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation "Fullan articulates clearly the core values and practices of leadership required at all levels of the organization. A tour de force." --Anthony Alvarado, chancellor of instruction, San Diego City Schools"Too often schools and businesses are seen as separate and foreign places. Deal, coauthor of Leading with SoulBusiness, nonprofit, and public sector leaders are facing new and daunting challenges--rapid-paced developments in technology, sudden shifts in the marketplace, and crisis and contention in the public arena. If they are to survive in this chaotic environment, leaders must develop the skills they need to lead effectively no matter how fast the world around them is changing.Leading in a Culture of Change offers new and seasoned leaders' insights into the dynamics of change and presents a unique and imaginative approach for navigating the intricacies of the change process. He draws on the most current ideas and theories on the topic of effective leadership, incorporates case examples of large scale transformation, and reveals a remarkable convergence of powerful themes or, as he calls them, the five core competencies.By integrating the five core compete