Leadersheep is destined to join other classic stories like “The Abilene Paradox” in the annals of Organization Development. We all know the power of stories to highlight important ideas. This one succeeds due to its richness and depth. It effectively illustrates the basic elements of change management - probably the most complex process anyone attempts to teach. Eloquently written, it creates a lasting and useful model for every reader.
Leadersheep examines how to execute change through an entertaining fable that presents an innovative and tested five-step change model for organizations. Whether you are herding sheep, cats, or your team, this book outlines how to make change stick. In this award-winning book, readers learn to effectively execute change.
Change doesn’t just alter procedures; it transforms standards, habits, systems, relationships and even career paths. Whether proposing a bold initiative or a transactional improvement, change can generate distrust and fear, which surfaces as open or silent resistance. Overcoming these hurdles demands clarity, engagement, resources, and accountability.
To navigate this landscape successfully, leaders must consider five critical factors in their planning process. Leadersheep details a checklist of key questions to ensure success.
We cannot do everything that we would like to do, but we can target what is vital to secure our success. – Dr. Mary Lippitt
Buck the trend and make a lasting and effective change with this book! Every great leader should have it!
Successful change does not require becoming a rocket scientist – just a willingness to embrace a thorough, results-oriented approach to collecting information to make the right decisions when it counts.
Situational Mindsets draws on Dr. Lippitt’s study of over 6,000 leaders to present a groundbreaking, practical framework for targeting key priorities and making change stick. In the Foreword, David Covey praises the book for enabling “leaders to take the pulse of their organization and pinpoint strategies for success.” Leaders at every organizational level grapple with constant change, often with limited time, resources, staff and information. Amid the fog of complexity, can we make the right call to achieve the desired results?
The book presents a case study of a VP of Sales who sparks a departmental turnaround, leading to an organizational turnaround. She quashes the blame game to produce trust and collaboration to deliver impressive results. As her organization thrives, the narrative shifts to identify the six priority mindsets to capture organizational opportunities. Basing her actions on current realities, she improved adaptability and delivered successful results.
Challenge is the opportunity for greatness, and in Brilliant or Blunder by Mary Lippitt, you will discover the mindsets that leaders must have to navigate current challenges and turn them into exciting opportunities. This is fresh, insightful, and mind-expanding book that is based on sound research, in-depth case studies, and practical experience. It’s a breakthrough work with a unique perspective that will make you think differently about how you think. And, you’ll want to return to it regularly for its wise counsel on what you can do to have more of the brilliant and less of the blunder. I highly recommend it.
Brilliant or Blunder explores the journey from making solo decisions to becoming a transformative leader who identifies brilliant opportunities. The book presents a dynamic, results-oriented template that expands the traditional focus on leadership style.
Success in leadership goes beyond mere experience; it hinges on mastering the contextual reality by leveraging six key points of view. Lippitt argues that leaders cannot expect to know everything and simply announce their plans. Instead, they must actively seek out what is critical, urgent and changing to foster a culture of collaboration before finalizing decisions.
Leaders who have applied these six insights have created a culture of shared perspectives, leading to outstanding results and organizational success. By embracing these six mindsets, leaders can drive their teams toward innovation and effectiveness.
