The dangerous work of leading change--somebody has to do it.
Whether you\'re a parent or a politician, a CEO or a community activist, this practical book shows how you can exercise Leadership and survive and thrive to enjoy the fruits of your labor..
Through vivid stories from all walks of life, the authors present straightforward strategies for navigating the perilous straits of leadership.
They present everyday tools that give equal weight to the dangerous work of leading Change and the critical importance of personal survival.
In Leadership on the Line , they show how it\'s possible to make a difference without getting taken out or pushed aside.
But it doesn\'t have to be that way say renowned Leadership experts Ronald Heifetz and Marty Linsky.
Those who choose to lead plunge in, take the risks, and sometimes get burned.
And when people resist and push back, there\'s a strong temptation to play it safe.
It requires putting yourself on the line, disrupting the status quo, and surfacing hidden conflict.
It\'s romantic and exciting to think of Leadership as all inspiration, decisive action, and rich rewards, but leading requires taking risks that can jeopardize your career and your personal life.
Will you put yourself on the line? To lead is to live dangerously.
The dangerous work of leading change--somebody has to do it
