
The Six Secrets of Change
What the Best Leaders Do to Help Their Organizations Survive and Thrive
Michael Fullan(Author)
Jossey-Bass (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 1. April 2008
Book
Hardback
176 pages
978-0-7879-8882-1 (ISBN)
Description
Praise for The Six Secrets of Change
"Fullan has an uncanny ability to produce what is needed at the time it is needed. The six secrets are based in theory, grounded in practice, powerful in their relationship to each other, and described in ways that enable deep understanding. It is a refreshing change from the surface lists of leadership and change ideas that all too often permeate education and business literature."
--Vicki Phillips, director of education, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
"This book simultaneously clarifies, synthesizes, and challenges. Anyone in a management position will find it both very entertaining and full of wisdom."
--Sir Michael Barber, former head, Tony Blair's Policy Delivery Unit
"The Six Secrets of Change is a must for anyone who thinks about leadership, aspires to be a great leader, or thinks they are already an expert on the subject. Fullan takes on some sacred cows, and advances a remarkable framework for all us who seek 'to be the changes we seek in the world.' Truly and deeply inspirational."
--Charles Pascal, executive director, Atkinson Foundation
"One of the best books I have read in a long, long time. The Six Secrets of Change is insightful, challenging and authentic. Michael Fullan has a unique ability to bring the theory and practice of leadership together in a way that truly resonates. All those who are grappling with the challenges of leadership in complex organizations should read this book."
--Steve Munby, chief executive, National College for School Leadership, England
"Michael Fullan is one of the world's leading exponents on managing change. The Six Secrets of Change is a further brilliant contribution. These may be secrets but what is described can be accomplished by leaders at every level."
--Brian J. Caldwell, managing director, Educational Transformations Pty. Ltd.
"Fullan has an uncanny ability to produce what is needed at the time it is needed. The six secrets are based in theory, grounded in practice, powerful in their relationship to each other, and described in ways that enable deep understanding. It is a refreshing change from the surface lists of leadership and change ideas that all too often permeate education and business literature."
--Vicki Phillips, director of education, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
"This book simultaneously clarifies, synthesizes, and challenges. Anyone in a management position will find it both very entertaining and full of wisdom."
--Sir Michael Barber, former head, Tony Blair's Policy Delivery Unit
"The Six Secrets of Change is a must for anyone who thinks about leadership, aspires to be a great leader, or thinks they are already an expert on the subject. Fullan takes on some sacred cows, and advances a remarkable framework for all us who seek 'to be the changes we seek in the world.' Truly and deeply inspirational."
--Charles Pascal, executive director, Atkinson Foundation
"One of the best books I have read in a long, long time. The Six Secrets of Change is insightful, challenging and authentic. Michael Fullan has a unique ability to bring the theory and practice of leadership together in a way that truly resonates. All those who are grappling with the challenges of leadership in complex organizations should read this book."
--Steve Munby, chief executive, National College for School Leadership, England
"Michael Fullan is one of the world's leading exponents on managing change. The Six Secrets of Change is a further brilliant contribution. These may be secrets but what is described can be accomplished by leaders at every level."
--Brian J. Caldwell, managing director, Educational Transformations Pty. Ltd.
Reviews / Votes
"Fullan's practical guide is a lucid and encouraging book, likely to appeal to and assist managers at all levels." (Publishers Weekly, March 17, 2008) "Readable and challenging." CPO Agenda June 2008 "...fascinating book" (Headteacher Update, November 2008)More details
Edition
1., Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 23.8 cm
Width: 16 cm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
342 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7879-8882-1 (9780787988821)
Schweitzer Classification
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What the Best Leaders Do to Help Their Organizations Survive and Thrive
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Person
Michael Fullan is professor emeritus of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto. He currently serves as special advisor in education to the premier of Ontario. Recognized as a worldwide authority on organizational change, he is engaged in training, consulting, and evaluating change projects around the world. Fullan is the author of Leading in a Culture of Change and Turnaround Leadership.
Content
Preface.
Acknowledgments.
About the Author.
Introduction: Have Theory, Will Travel.
Secret One: Love Your Employees.
Secret Two: Connect Peers with Purpose.
Secret Three: Capacity Building Prevails.
Secret Four: Learning Is the Work.
Secret Five: Transparency Rules.
Secret Six: Systems Learn.
Conclusion: Keeping the Secrets.
References.
Index.
Acknowledgments.
About the Author.
Introduction: Have Theory, Will Travel.
Secret One: Love Your Employees.
Secret Two: Connect Peers with Purpose.
Secret Three: Capacity Building Prevails.
Secret Four: Learning Is the Work.
Secret Five: Transparency Rules.
Secret Six: Systems Learn.
Conclusion: Keeping the Secrets.
References.
Index.