Leading for Tomorrow
Unlocking Human Potential in the Era of Continuous Change and Endless Possibility
1st Edition
Will be published approx. on 23. June 2026
Book
Hardback
352 pages
978-1-394-36627-9 (ISBN)
Description
An eye-opening collection of hands-on strategies for contemporary business leadership
In Leading for Tomorrow, a group of accomplished executives, academics, and experts deliver a collection of persuasive, insightful solutions to common and difficult workplace problems. This compilation of essays charts a pathway to an understanding of what it takes to lead people effectively in the modern era.
You'll explore the latest leadership styles and strategies, learning how to lead yourself, lead others, and lead organizations. You'll also discover how to harness the principles of self-actualization, manage mental health challenges in yourself and others, and identify the qualities that help you get and stay motivated at work.
Inside the book:
Strategies for dealing with fear and anxiety and overcoming the limitations they impose
Explorations of the impact and importance of stability, as well as how to create it in your organization
Tactics for dealing with significant disagreement in the workplace and how to de-escalate and resolve conflict
Perfect for managers, executives, and other business leaders, Leading for Tomorrow is a can't-miss guide for anyone seeking to improve their ability to lead, inspire, and motivate others.
In Leading for Tomorrow, a group of accomplished executives, academics, and experts deliver a collection of persuasive, insightful solutions to common and difficult workplace problems. This compilation of essays charts a pathway to an understanding of what it takes to lead people effectively in the modern era.
You'll explore the latest leadership styles and strategies, learning how to lead yourself, lead others, and lead organizations. You'll also discover how to harness the principles of self-actualization, manage mental health challenges in yourself and others, and identify the qualities that help you get and stay motivated at work.
Inside the book:
Strategies for dealing with fear and anxiety and overcoming the limitations they impose
Explorations of the impact and importance of stability, as well as how to create it in your organization
Tactics for dealing with significant disagreement in the workplace and how to de-escalate and resolve conflict
Perfect for managers, executives, and other business leaders, Leading for Tomorrow is a can't-miss guide for anyone seeking to improve their ability to lead, inspire, and motivate others.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 160 mm
Thickness: 31 mm
Weight
567 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-394-36627-9 (9781394366279)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Scott Barry Kaufman is a cognitive scientist and humanistic psychologist exploring the depths of human potential. He has taught at Columbia University, NYU, and the University of Pennsylvania, and is considered among the top 1% most cited scientists in the world. He hosts The Psychology Podcast, which has accumulated over 30 million downloads.
Chris Shipley is an accomplished author and seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience at the intersection of technology, journalism, and innovation. She creates executive knowledge-sharing communities that explore opportunities amid technological, economic, and social shifts, and co-authored The Adaptation Advantage and The Empathy Advantage.
Chris Shipley is an accomplished author and seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience at the intersection of technology, journalism, and innovation. She creates executive knowledge-sharing communities that explore opportunities amid technological, economic, and social shifts, and co-authored The Adaptation Advantage and The Empathy Advantage.
Content
Foreword: Between Revolutions: The Human Bridge to Our Next Golden Age-by Rita McGrath
Introduction: Toward a Human-Centered Future-by Scott Barry Kaufman and Chris Shipley
Chapter 1: The Human Touch: Why Leadership Still Matters Most-by Tom Kelley
Chapter 2: Extraordinary Possibility in Extraordinary Times: Leadership at the Crossroads-by Scott D. Anthony
Chapter 3: Rethinking Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: Dignity Must Come First-by Jacqueline Novogratz
Chapter 4: Futures-Centered Leadership: How Leaders Build Tomorrow Today -by Lisa Kay Solomon
Chapter 5: In Theory There Is No Difference: The Hardest Truth About Leadership-by Chris Yeh
Chapter 6: Deep Connections: The Secret Power of Great Leaders-by Jean Oelwang
Chapter 7: The Fire We Gift: Why Connection Is the Currency of the Future-by Sanyin Siang
Chapter 8: Leading with Empathy in a Whirlwind of Change-by Nancy Duarte
Chapter 9: In the Era of AI, Successful Leaders Value Wisdom-by Chip Conley
Chapter 10: The AIQ Mindshift: Leading in the Age of Intelligent Machines-by Brian Solis
Chapter 11: When the Ground Gives Way: How Miners Created Stability Amid Disruption to Survive-by Whitney Johnson
Chapter 12: Leading Across Divides: Navigating Conflict by Finding Common Ground-by Jonathan Haidt and Caroline Webb
Chapter 13: Inside the Motivated Mind: How Leaders Make Work Feel Worthwhile-by Caroline Webb
Chapter 14: Think Like a Scientist: A Prescription for Human-Centered Leadership-by Amy C. Edmondson
Chapter 15: The Good Jobs Strategy: Seeing Frontline Workers as Value Drivers, Not Costs -by Zeynep Ton
Chapter 16: Invisible Wisdom: How Culture Shapes One's Views of Uncertainty-by April Rinne
Chapter 17: Reclaiming the Human Art of Inquiry in an Age of Instant Answers-by Hal Gregersen
Chapter 18: What Matters Now: Mortality, Meaning, and the Machine Age-by Sophie Hamilton and Jennifer Aaker
Chapter 19: Beyond Fear: Building Institutions of Learning, Not Limitations-by John Hagel
Chapter 20: AI Anxiety Is Real. How You Lead Through It Is a Choice.-by Morra Aarons-Mele
Chapter 21: 300 Years of Market Shocks, One Clear Lesson-by Safi Bahcall
Chapter 22: Escape Velocity: How to Break Away from the Logic of Your Past Success-by Frans Johansson
About the Editors and Contributors
About Silicon Guild and Thinkers50
Acknowledgements
Introduction: Toward a Human-Centered Future-by Scott Barry Kaufman and Chris Shipley
Chapter 1: The Human Touch: Why Leadership Still Matters Most-by Tom Kelley
Chapter 2: Extraordinary Possibility in Extraordinary Times: Leadership at the Crossroads-by Scott D. Anthony
Chapter 3: Rethinking Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: Dignity Must Come First-by Jacqueline Novogratz
Chapter 4: Futures-Centered Leadership: How Leaders Build Tomorrow Today -by Lisa Kay Solomon
Chapter 5: In Theory There Is No Difference: The Hardest Truth About Leadership-by Chris Yeh
Chapter 6: Deep Connections: The Secret Power of Great Leaders-by Jean Oelwang
Chapter 7: The Fire We Gift: Why Connection Is the Currency of the Future-by Sanyin Siang
Chapter 8: Leading with Empathy in a Whirlwind of Change-by Nancy Duarte
Chapter 9: In the Era of AI, Successful Leaders Value Wisdom-by Chip Conley
Chapter 10: The AIQ Mindshift: Leading in the Age of Intelligent Machines-by Brian Solis
Chapter 11: When the Ground Gives Way: How Miners Created Stability Amid Disruption to Survive-by Whitney Johnson
Chapter 12: Leading Across Divides: Navigating Conflict by Finding Common Ground-by Jonathan Haidt and Caroline Webb
Chapter 13: Inside the Motivated Mind: How Leaders Make Work Feel Worthwhile-by Caroline Webb
Chapter 14: Think Like a Scientist: A Prescription for Human-Centered Leadership-by Amy C. Edmondson
Chapter 15: The Good Jobs Strategy: Seeing Frontline Workers as Value Drivers, Not Costs -by Zeynep Ton
Chapter 16: Invisible Wisdom: How Culture Shapes One's Views of Uncertainty-by April Rinne
Chapter 17: Reclaiming the Human Art of Inquiry in an Age of Instant Answers-by Hal Gregersen
Chapter 18: What Matters Now: Mortality, Meaning, and the Machine Age-by Sophie Hamilton and Jennifer Aaker
Chapter 19: Beyond Fear: Building Institutions of Learning, Not Limitations-by John Hagel
Chapter 20: AI Anxiety Is Real. How You Lead Through It Is a Choice.-by Morra Aarons-Mele
Chapter 21: 300 Years of Market Shocks, One Clear Lesson-by Safi Bahcall
Chapter 22: Escape Velocity: How to Break Away from the Logic of Your Past Success-by Frans Johansson
About the Editors and Contributors
About Silicon Guild and Thinkers50
Acknowledgements