Change and Thrive: A Modern Approach to Change Leadership

by Wendy L. Heckelman Ph. D.

Overview

As a leader in an organization, you face many challenges and critical decisions to successfully navigate change. The very essence of change is that it can happen quickly, right before your eyes. By its nature, change is disruptive and can throw even the most skilled leaders and individuals off balance. Fortunately, with proper planning and preparation leaders can not only handle change but also, thrive! Change and Thrive offers a breakthrough approach to managing and leading change! Rooted in the principles of emotional intelligence and organizational psychology, Change and Thrive presents practical and adaptable concepts, applicable to any organization or situation.

Drawing from the time-tested and research-based 5C's of Transition Leadership(R) framework, the author provides readers with a systematic methodology successfully used in multiple organizations and settings. This powerful handbook will enable you to navigate any change initiative with the confidence and skills necessary for success!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780578666556
Publisher:	WLH Consulting, Inc.
Publication date:	03/13/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	4 MB

Editorial Reviews

“We all recognize that change is a constant and that we should be more change agile if we want to be recognized as top talent, so I’m grateful to have Wendy’s easy-to-follow roadmap on how to not only make change happen, but to thrive as a successful leader of change.”

—LAURIE COOKE, President & CEO, Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association

“Filled with examples from familiar organizations and down-to-earth, lively writing, Change and Thrive provides organizational leaders with practical tools for understanding and managing change.

—HARVEY A. HORNSTEIN, PH.D. Professor Emeritus, Teachers College, Columbia University

“In our fast-paced and ever-changing world, the ability to lead through change has become more important than ever. The pragmatic approach outlined in Dr. Heckelman’s book, Change and Thrive, is a great roadmap for any business leader.”

—LAUREN SABELLA, Chief Commercial Officer, Acorda Therapeutics

"'The only constant in life is change' is attributed to the Greek philosopher Heraclitus. In Change and Thrive, Dr. Heckelman not only acknowledges this reality but builds an out-of-the-box practical model for organizations to navigate to success.”

—JOHN CARROLL, PH.D. Associate Professor of Org. Development and Leadership, Mercer University

“Change requires everyone—with their individual personalities and abilities—at the grand table and fully engaged. Wendy’s modern-day guide, Change and Thrive, not only reinforces the type of leadership that welcomes inclusion but also, properly recognizes it as a guarantee of better solutions and results. The Coaching chapter, 'Guide All Be All,' in particular, is a standout for inclusive leadership!”

—SUSAN MACKENTY BRADY, CEO, Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership

“Wendy Heckelman has created a sensible and uncomplicated consulting resource on navigating large-scale change that will ensure you incorporate all critical people and process elements. This is a resource that any practitioner will want in their tool kit during both planning and execution.”

—BRIAN FROST, PH.D. Director & Faculty Member, Professional I/O Psychology Master’s Program, The University of Georgia

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