Leadership Transition

Author : Richard Elsner,Bridget Farrands
Publisher : Kogan Page Publishers
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780749466930

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Leadership Transitions by Richard Elsner,Bridget Farrands Pdf

In a working life of 35 years, a manager can expect to make at least 10 job changes - or transitions - where the demands for rapid business delivery and effective leadership will only increase with each new job. According to recent research, over 25 per cent of new leaders appointed from within fail within 18 months; the figure is closer to 40 per cent for new leaders appointed externally. The cost of this rate of failure is high, ranging from financial to performance to organizational disruption. This book identifies the sources of these failures and how to overcome them. The authors show that, whether the new leader has arrived as an external appointment or has been promoted internally, the experiences can be divided into three phases: Arriving, Surviving and Thriving. By analysing the different features of the leader's experience at each of these stages, the authors are able to provide a strategy for leaders to take charge and succeed in their new roles.

Author : Michael D. Watkins
Publisher : Harvard Business Review Press
Page : 753 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014-08-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781625277954

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Leadership Transitions: The Watkins Collection (4 Items) by Michael D. Watkins Pdf

This Harvard Business Review collection features the best in leadership transitions from celebrated author and advisor Michael D. Watkins. Watkins, who has worked for decades guiding senior leaders into new roles to help them and their organizations succeed, is the author of the international bestseller The First 90 Days. With more than 400,000 copies sold worldwide and published in more than 25 languages, the book has become the standard reference for leaders in transition. In addition to the full digital edition (ebook) of The First 90 Days, this collection includes digital editions of Watkins’ other popular works: Your Next Move, which guides professionals through the most common career transitions; Shaping the Game, on how to lead effective negotiations; and his 2012 Harvard Business Review article, “How Managers Become Leaders.” Watkins, whose ideas have guided some of the world’s best leaders through successful transitions, is the chairman of leadership development consultancy Genesis Advisers. Drawing on the perfect combination of research and hands-on experience, he has spent the last two decades working with leaders—both corporate and public—as they transition to new roles, negotiate the future of their organizations, and craft their legacy as leaders. He was previously a professor at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard, Harvard Business School, INSEAD in France, and IMD in Switzerland.

Author : Tom Adams
Publisher : Jossey-Bass
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2010-04-12
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0470481226

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The Nonprofit Leadership Transition and Development Guide by Tom Adams Pdf

The Nonprofit Leadership Transition and Development Guide In this dynamic resource, Tom Adams (an expert in succession planning who has worked with hundreds of organizations) shows how intentional leadership development and properly managed leadership transitions provide nonprofits with the rare opportunity to change direction, maintain momentum, and strengthen their capacity. This accessible guidebook is filled with illustrative stories, instructive lessons, best practices, and practical tools that can be used to ensure a successful nonprofit leadership transition. "It is terrific to have a book which so effectively addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of leadership in the nonprofit sector, replete with sound advice and concrete examples. Tom Adams brings a wealth of experience and savvy to the topic. Paid and volunteer leaders of nonprofits at all levels will benefit from reading it."—Irv Katz, president and CEO, National Human Services Assembly "The guide is one of its kind in providing a realistic frame for the world of nonprofit leaders. It is long overdue in the sector as a real tool for leaders. Maybe even more important, it helps nonprofit boards of directors and philanthropic organizations to understand the connection between their investment in leadership and achieving organizational goals." —Diane Bell McKoy, CEO, Associated Black Charities "Rich with instructive examples and advice, this book is grounded in the reality of nonprofits. It will be an extraordinarily useful guide to nonprofit organizations of all types and sizes." —Ruth McCambridge, editor in chief, Nonprofit Quarterly "Make no mistake: attracting and retaining top talent should be priority number one for the nonprofit sector. Adams's book offers practical advice for how to embed this priority into the sector's DNA. All who care about nonprofit effectiveness would be well-served to give this book a close read."—Kathleen P. Enright, president and CEO, Grantmakers for Effective Organizations

Author : Tom Kennie,Robin Middlehurst
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2021-05-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781000383706

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Leadership Transitions in Universities by Tom Kennie,Robin Middlehurst Pdf

Combining expert knowledge, experience and reflections from senior leaders to distil collective leadership experiences, this book explores the realities of leadership at universities rather than the imagined and often-unrealistic expectations and perceptions of how leaders should act. This key text is an informed insider’s guide to leadership transitions that will assist talented individuals in considering whether to apply for, how to prepare for and how to take on the task of leading a university. The collection of leadership experiences provided will help universities to be more successful, students to have great educational experiences and staff at all levels to have more-fulfilling working environments. It will also consider how to avoid the emotional pain and suffering that can arise when leaders find themselves poorly equipped, unprepared, unable or unwilling to provide the sound and competent leadership that universities deserve. Centred on the practice and experience of leadership, this book will be a must-read for all new and existing heads of universities. It will also provide useful insights to those actively involved in the recruitment and development of senior leaders, members of senior leadership teams and those who hold governance roles in universities. Further updates and details about the application of the ideas in the book in practice can be found at www.leadershiptransitionsatthetop.com/.

Author : B. Vincent
Publisher : XinXii
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2023-09-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783989119710

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Leadership Transition by B. Vincent Pdf

Bruce Miller once said leadership is more like a baton than a trophy. You keep a trophy, but you hand off a baton. And succession management expert Jake Appleman warns us, senior leadership teams preparing for an executive transition phase one of the most challenging obstacles in today's business world. There's no question about it. If you have a leadership or management transition taking place in the workplace, the stakes are high. how you handle this will massively impact the future of your company, both in terms of its culture, as well as its bottom line. So how do we navigate the waters of such a transition? How do we ensure a change in leadership or management is handled smoothly, and in a way that positively impacts the organization for years to come? In this course, we're going to teach you how to do exactly that.

Author : Barry Dym,Susan Egmont,Laura Watkins
Publisher : FT Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2011-02-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780132614191

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Managing Leadership Transition for Nonprofits by Barry Dym,Susan Egmont,Laura Watkins Pdf

For nonprofits leadership transitions are a time of exceptionally high risk. Here, three internationally-respected experts show how to systematically identify, introduce, support, and monitor leaders in ways that enhance rather than undermine their performance. They explain why leadership transitions are so challenging for nonprofits, and show how to replace chaos and crisis with proven, sustainable leadership transition plans. Writing for all nonprofit board members, leaders, aspiring leaders, and stakeholders, the authors demonstrate how to: Maintain organizational momentum, continuity, and credibility through the transition Find leaders who align well with your organizational values and its evolving culture Avoid fighting, rumors, accusations, and the common mistakes that derail nonprofit leadership transitions Build a sturdy bridge between departing and incoming leaders Set appropriate expectations for both boards and leaders, and guide them to complement each other successfully Plan succession and continuity for the long-term Use transitions to advance the organization’s mission

Author : Mary Devine,Inge Nieuwstraten
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780335250349

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Leadership Transition by Mary Devine,Inge Nieuwstraten Pdf

Want to know how your executive clients feel during coaching? This book is a practical guide for any coach and coach trainer who wants to hear the voices of leaders as they convey what is valuable to them when moving into a new role. This book provides a framework for practising coaches who want to understand the impact of coaching on leaders as they transition. The framework is grounded in research that reflects the practice and real-life experiences of several leaders. This book also provides insight to leaders, where specific topics may resonate as they reflect on the progress of their own transition. "In today's dynamic, ever-changing and uncertain environment, this book blends academic and practical insights to explore how coaching can support transitions to leadership roles." Dr. David McGuire, Reader in Human Resource Development, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland "This book provides very relevant, usable advice and examples well-suited to practitioner-level coaches and to those training them." Stephen Murphy, VP Development, EMCC Global "Mary Valette Devine and Inge Nieuwstraten have provided an engaging new take on one of the central topics leaders bring to coaching conversations: 'transitions’." Prof Jonathan Passmore, Professor of Coaching & Behavioural Change, Executive Director Henley Centre for Coaching, Henley Business School, UK "Leadership Transition Coaching is a timely and valuable contribution to the literature on leadership, particularly for those navigating the challenges of changing leadership roles. A key strength of this book is the seamless blend of an evidence base from existing and original research with a focus on practical advice for leaders and coaches." Professor Carol Linehan, School of Applied Psychology, University College Cork Mary Valette Devine is an HR Consultant, Executive Coach and Mentor. She is Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), a member of the Coaching Psychology Special Interest Group at the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) and a member of the EMCC. Inge Nieuwstraten divides her time between being a College Lecturer at the School of Psychology, University College Cork, Ireland, and being a Practicing Psychologist and Psychotherapist (private practice and on a primary care team).

Author : Dr. Fred Hill
Publisher : Page Publishing Inc
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2022-02-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781662469954

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A Proactive Approach to Leadership Transition in Ministry by Dr. Fred Hill Pdf

A Proactive Approach to Leadership Transition in Ministry was inspired through the need of today’s ministries to be proactive in preparation and development of future leaders to carry the ministry forward. Equipping and mentoring the next generation of leaders effectively is an absolute necessity for continued church success. Leaders should endeavor to actively discern gifts and talents early in potential leaders. It is the leader’s responsibility to develop and prepare others for leadership transitions. This book serves as a warning and a guide for modern-day church to avoid a leadership vacuum that has become so prevalent in today’s churches by implementing a proactive approach to leadership transition. This book will encourage church leaders to develop the foundation needed to begin the implementation of a proactive approach to the leadership transition.

Author : Tom Adams
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2010-07-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780470599846

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The Nonprofit Leadership Transition and Development Guide by Tom Adams Pdf

The Nonprofit Leadership Transition and Development Guide In this dynamic resource, Tom Adams (an expert in succession planning who has worked with hundreds of organizations) shows how intentional leadership development and properly managed leadership transitions provide nonprofits with the rare opportunity to change direction, maintain momentum, and strengthen their capacity. This accessible guidebook is filled with illustrative stories, instructive lessons, best practices, and practical tools that can be used to ensure a successful nonprofit leadership transition. "It is terrific to have a book which so effectively addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of leadership in the nonprofit sector, replete with sound advice and concrete examples. Tom Adams brings a wealth of experience and savvy to the topic. Paid and volunteer leaders of nonprofits at all levels will benefit from reading it."—Irv Katz, president and CEO, National Human Services Assembly "The guide is one of its kind in providing a realistic frame for the world of nonprofit leaders. It is long overdue in the sector as a real tool for leaders. Maybe even more important, it helps nonprofit boards of directors and philanthropic organizations to understand the connection between their investment in leadership and achieving organizational goals." —Diane Bell McKoy, CEO, Associated Black Charities "Rich with instructive examples and advice, this book is grounded in the reality of nonprofits. It will be an extraordinarily useful guide to nonprofit organizations of all types and sizes." —Ruth McCambridge, editor in chief, Nonprofit Quarterly "Make no mistake: attracting and retaining top talent should be priority number one for the nonprofit sector. Adams's book offers practical advice for how to embed this priority into the sector's DNA. All who care about nonprofit effectiveness would be well-served to give this book a close read."—Kathleen P. Enright, president and CEO, Grantmakers for Effective Organizations

Author : Judith Block McLaughlin
Publisher : Jossey-Bass
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1996-06-26
Category : Education
ISBN : UOM:39015037468249

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Leadership Transitions: The New College President by Judith Block McLaughlin Pdf

For both new presidents and their institutions, the presidential leadership transition is an intense experience with serious ramifications for the success of the president's tenure. Ironically, although considerable time is spent orienting new stuedents to our institutions, little thought is given to designing an orientation or entry process for our senior leadership. This sourcebook describes some of the experiences of new presidents during their leadership transition, addresses the varying issues and dilemmas new presidents encounter, and offers advice based on research and first-hand experience. The volume is written for new and experienced presidents, for individuals who aspire to the presidency, and for those who work with new presidents and have a stake in seeing them succeed. This is the 93rd issue of the quarterly journal New Directions for Higher Education. For more information on the series, please see the Journals and Periodicals page.

Author : Harvard Business Review,Michael D. Watkins,Reid Hoffman,Ben Casnocha,Chris Yeh
Publisher : Harvard Business Review Press
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2015-10-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781633691841

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Leadership Transitions and Team Building: Leadership Collection (2 Books) by Harvard Business Review,Michael D. Watkins,Reid Hoffman,Ben Casnocha,Chris Yeh Pdf

The Leadership Transitions and Team Building Collection includes two important books: The First 90 Days, Updated and Expanded, by Michael D. Watkins, and The Alliance, by Reid Hoffman, Ben Casnocha, and Chris Yeh. Transitions are a critical time for leaders. In fact, most agree that moving into a new role is the biggest challenge a manager will face. While transitions offer a chance to start fresh and make needed changes in an organization, they also place leaders in a position of acute vulnerability. Missteps made during the crucial first three months in a new role can jeopardize or even derail your success. In The First 90 Days, Watkins offers proven strategies for conquering the challenges of transitions—no matter where you are in your career. The Alliance, coauthored by the founder of LinkedIn, introduces a new, realistic loyalty pact between employer and employee. The employer-employee relationship is broken, and managers face a seemingly impossible dilemma: the old model of guaranteed long-term employment no longer works in a business environment defined by continuous change, but neither does a system in which every employee acts like a free agent. The solution? Stop thinking of employees as either family or as free agents. Think of them instead as allies. This bold but practical guide for managers and executives will give you the tools you need to recruit, manage, and retain the kind of employees who will make your company thrive in today’s world of constant innovation and fast-paced change.

Author : TN. Gilmore
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780595278596

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Making a Leadership Change by TN. Gilmore Pdf

Author : Thomas J. Saporito,Paul Winum
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2012-08-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118218037

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Inside CEO Succession by Thomas J. Saporito,Paul Winum Pdf

A comprehensive guide to planning for CEO succession, from the experts at RHR As the demands from stakeholders for consummate leadership and good governance from a company's board of directors, its CEO, and its executive team increase, how the process of CEO succession is carried out has become more critical than ever before. Yet, over the past several years, a growing number of CEOs have failed early in their terms, often with devastating consequences to their companies and stockholders. By far the most common problem is a lack of ownership of the CEO succession process. Inside CEO Succession provides businesses, leaders, and boards with the strategies they need to execute their responsibilities with a heightened level of professionalism and ensure the sustained success of the companies they serve. Written by Dr. Thomas J. Saporito, CEO of RHR International, and Dr. Paul Winum, Senior Partner of RHR International, the lessons of Inside CEO Succession are rooted in RHR's long-standing history of bringing expert knowledge, experience, advice, and counsel to the issues related to CEO succession. The culmination of RHR's 65 years of experience providing expert counsel to the boards of directors of hundreds of companies, it explains how ego, role-relationships, power, and human dynamics associated with relinquishing leadership, preparing successors, and ceding power and authority to other people create undetected problems in the succession process and ultimately cause many CEOs to fail early in their tenures. Distills RHR's 65 years of experience helping businesses deal with CEO succession into one practical resource Presents strategies to enable boards to understand their role in succession planning and how to source leadership that best fits their organization's culture and requirements Brings together business acumen and psychological insight to help readers better prepare for more effective CEO succession To be successful, CEO succession requires a well-defined course of action that ensures that a number of highly capable candidates are ready to assume the chief executive position whether through an unexpected event or a planned transition. Inside CEO Succession is designed to help boards comprehensively manage that process and effectively sustain their company's profitability.

Author : Dan Ciampa,David L. Dotlich
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118975084

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Transitions at the Top by Dan Ciampa,David L. Dotlich Pdf

Clear, actionable guidance toward managing a major leadership change Transitions at the Top is an insightful, informative guide to navigating a change in leadership. A smooth transition is critical to both the health of the organization and the success of the new leader, but good planning and strong strategy can help organizations come out fresher and more driven on the other side. This book provides the specific principles, guidelines, and actions that boards, C-suite executives, and HR leaders need to guarantee a successful CEO transition. Continuity is key as one leader passes the mantle to a successor, and this book spans the steps and events that take place from when the candidate accepts the offer, all the way through the point where a critical mass of followers have accepted him or her as the established leader. Coverage includes guidance on who should be engaged in the process, as well as role-specific advice for each member of the transition management team. Many books have been written to advise new incoming CEOs, but there is little guidance available for the organization as a whole. This book provides actionable advice on smoothing the transition without breaking stride. Maintain continuity during leadership transitions Strengthen focus on culture, systems, and processes Engage all influential executives in smoothing the transition Lay a foundation to help the new leader succeed The transition management team plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of the organization during a time of major change. Strong strategy becomes critical when an organization is in flux, and high engagement is key. Transitions at the Top provides expert insight, clear guidance, and a solid plan for a smoother transition.

Author : Francis Myles
Publisher : Xulon Press
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781604775570

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The Powers and Dangers of Transition... by Francis Myles Pdf

Myles presents Kingdom strategies for navigating the valley of transition. He also discusses the demonic abortion of spiritual destinies which normally happens during periods of transition. (Practical Life)