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Appreciative Leadership : Focus on What Works to Drive Winning Performance and Build a Thriving...

by: Whitney, Diana; Trosten-Bloom, Amanda; Rader, Kae

ISBN: 9780071714068 | 0071714065

Edition: 1st
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Pub. Date: 6/10/2010

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Summary Table of Contents Author Biography

Internationally recognized experts and consultants in the field of Appreciative Inquiry (AI) give five integral strategies that harness the positive power of Inquiry, Illumination, Inclusion, Integrity and Inspiration to bring the best out of organizations.About the Book Diana Whitney Ph.D. is the president of the Corporation for Positive Change and a thought leader in a growing organizational approach called Appreciative Inquiry. "Appreciative Inquiry" is the practice of dramatically improving performance by encouraging people to study, discus... MOREs, learn from, and build on what's working rather than simply trying to fix what's not working'�using positive power as the key to a thriving and successful organization.Drawing from years of expertise and research, Dr. Whitney and her team have made tremendous strides in developing the 5 strategies that turn potential into positive power for extraordinary performance: INQUIRY:Asking positively powerful questions. How managers ask questions matter'�setting the agenda for dialogue and learning in their teams, organizations. Turn problems into positive questions, rather than ask "How can we reduce turnover" the question should be "How can we improve upon retention." ILLUMINATION:Bringing out the best of people is potent positive power'�shining on people's strengths creates momentum and paves paths for ongoing performance (see sample chapter). INCLUSION:An organizational imperative to include voices previously not included in the conversation. High performance and innovation depends on inviting multiple voices and opinions. INTEGRITY:This trump card goes beyond truth and honesty'�you can harness the positive power by being in service to the whole and a steward of the best interest of the whole. INSPIRATION:Hope and inspiration is essential for positive performance, showing tools and techniques to help organizations tell and live a new story, one that inspires pride and commitment among all levels of the organization.The practice of management styles is on the brink of a paradigm shift. It is moving from authoritarian to collaborative practices, from fear- based to strengths- based relationships, and from talking at people to dialoguing with them. A transformation is taking place in the field of organizational management and Appreciative Leadership is the vanguard book, providing clear concepts and practical tools.Key Selling Features Expert Authors:Dr. Whitney is the President of Corporation for Positive Change and is a thought leader for the Appreciative Inquiry. She was recognized in 2004 by the International Organization Development Network (ODN) for her contribution to the field in Appreciative Inquiry. The American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) recognized her Appreciative Inquiry work at GTE (Verizon) with their Best Culture Change of the year award. Strong Professional Affiliations:Dr. Whitney is a fellow of the World Business Academy, her peers include, Daniel Goleman, Stephen Covey, Deepak Chopra, Gay Hendricks, among others. She can easily get an endorsement from a distinguished member of this list. She's also affiliated with the Institute of Management Studies, Associated Consultants International, Organizational Development Network and more. Global Reach:Dr. Whitney teaches and consults in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. She has lectured and taught at Antioch University, Case Western Reserve University, Ashridge Management Institute in London, Saybrook University, Eisher Institute in India and others. The Corporation of Positive Change already has global presence with CPC development workshops and programs and 12 licensed trainers in US, Chile, Japan, and Canada. Unique Insights:Appreciative Leadership is based on CPC's Appreciative Leadership Development Program © and certification training program, as well as five

A visionary guide that empowers leaders with concrete, practical, easily implemented tools to dramatically improve workplace cohesion and performance. Demonstrates how positive focus and values-based leadership can drive results Diana Whitney is a fellow of the World Business Academy, her peers include, Daniel Goleman, Stephen Covey, and Deepak Chopra Strong online presence: positivechange.org gets 25,000 hits per monthDiana Whitney Ph.D.is the President of Corporation for Positive Change, an international consulting firm whose client list includes Merck, British Airways, Verizon, Johnson and Johnson, and The University of Virginia Health System

Advance Praise for Appreciative Leadership:

"A must-read for leaders at all levels who believe that both common sense and business sense require engaging and encouraging rather than mandating or manipulating. It may become my most-recommended book." -- Frank Rogers-Witte, Ph.D., Director, Executive Staff Effectiveness, Hewlett-Packard IPG

"Building on a simple but powerful idea, Appreciative Leadership offers an approach to organizational transformation applicable to institutions as varied as businesses, universities, church bodies, and health systems. Packed with dozens of stories andsuggestions, it offers key insights translated into replicable strategies for action." -- Jane McAuliffe, Ph.D., President, Bryn Mawr College

"The positive basis of power is illuminated brilliantly in this courageous leadership book. Appreciative Leadership touches the heart of leadership--the kind people most deeply desire--in a way that will change lives, businesses, and every relationship you wish to build." -- David L. Cooperrider, Ph.D., Professor of Social Entrepreneurship, Case Western Reserve University

"Leadership driven by principles and integrity is more important today than ever. Appreciative Leadership shows how to blend principles of collaboration, quality, and service for both long-term achievement and practical daily impact. It provides amodel of success for a new generation of leaders." -- R. Edward Howell, Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, University of Virginia Medical Center

The Positive Approach to Leadership That Brings Out the Best in Everyone Appreciative Inquiry has become one ofthe most popular new management tools in business today. Its premise is simple yet profound: Instead of focusing on what's wrong in the workplace, learn about and build upon what works.

Dr. Diana Whitney--a leader in the field of Appreciative Inquiry--and colleagues Amanda Trosten-Bloom and Kae Rader bring the next generation of these ideas forward, with practical and proven tools for leadership. Arefreshingly different approach to managing organizations, Appreciative Leadership turns conventional management thinking on its head, demonstrating how to get results with "positive power." All you need are the five "I's" . . .

INQUIRY: Leading with positively powerful questions.
ILLUMINATION: Bringing out the best in people and situations.
INCLUSION: Engaging with others to cocreate the future.
INSPIRATION: Awakening the creative spirit.
INTEGRITY: Making choices for the good of the whole.

This revolutionary approach brings people together, drives companies forward--and takes your leadership skills to a whole new level.

Appreciative Leadership shows you how to fully engage your team through positive inquiry and open dialogue--so that everyone feels included and valued, inspired and motivated . . . and ready to work together to win. In this user-friendly guide, you'll discover excitingnew techniques to open up discussions, exchange ideas, agree on a plan, and follow up on your goals. You'll learn simple tips on how to keep your team on track with a can-doattitude. And you'll find satisfying new ways to be engaged, passionate, and present.

This book isn't a quick-fix solution to your management problems. It's a full-time, lifelong commitment to your values, your vision, and your connection to others. This is how the best leaders in the world bring out thebest in people, their organizations, and themselves. This is Appreciative Leadership.

Diana Whitney, Ph.D., is the president of Corporation for Positive Change, an international consultancy based in North Carolina, bringing Appreciative Inquiry to the most pressing issues of our time. She is a sought-after speaker, consultant,and executive advisor for clients such as Merck, British Airways, Verizon, and Johnson & Johnson. Amanda Trosten-Bloom is the managing director of Corporation for Positive Change. She is an internationally recognized consultant, author, and speaker. Kae Rader is a consulting partner of Corporation for Positive Change, has extensive managerial experience, and is an experienced consultant and speaker.

Foreword	p. ix
Acknowledgments	p. xiii
Introduction	p. xv
Appreciative Leadership Now	p. 1
From Potential to Positive Power: The Five Core Strategies	p. 13
The Wisdom of Inquiry: Leading with Positively Powerful Questions	p. 27
The Art of Illumination: Bringing out the Best of People and Situations	p. 57
The Genius of Inclusion: Engaging with People to Cocre... MOREate the Future	p. 87
The Courage of Inspiration: Awakening the Creative Spirit	p. 123
The Path of Integrity: Making Choices for the Good of the Whole	p. 157
Making a Positive Difference with Appreciative Leadership	p. 195
Conclusion	p. 205
Endnotes	p. 211
Contributions in Story and Spirit	p. 219
Index	p. 221
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Diana Whitney, Ph.D., is the president of Corporation for Positive Change, an international consultancy based in North Carolina, bringing Appreciative Inquiry to the most pressing issues of our time. She is a sought-after speaker, consultant, and executive advisor for clients such as Merck, British Airways, Verizon, and Johnson & Johnson.
Amanda Trosten-Bloom is the managing director of Corporation for Positive Change. She is an internationally recognized consultant, author, and speaker.
Kae Rader is a consulting partner of Corporation for Positive Change, has extensive managerial experience, and is an experienced consultant and speaker.

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