The Adaptive Leader

Thriving Through Change in Uncertain Times

By: Jonathan H Westover

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

12X Best-Selling & Award-Winning Author and Podcaster; Leadership, HR, Innovation, Future of Work, Diversity and Inclusion, and Workplace Culture Global Thought Leader; Chair/Professor of Organizational Leadership; Change/OD/HR/Social Impact Consultant; Ranked in the top 20 of global researchers in the following topic areas - "Future of Work," "Global Leadership," "Organizational Development, "Public Service Motivation," and "Social Impact" (Google Scholar); ScholarGPS has ranked him the #18 scholar in the world for job satisfaction research.

In today's era of constant change and disruption, the only constant for leaders is change itself. To thrive in this new frontier, organizations need adaptable leaders who can connect with their people, guide their teams through uncertainty and evolve their own approaches. In his comprehensive new book, The Adaptive Leader, leadership expert Dr. Jonathan Westover offers a practical framework for exactly that.

Across 7 in-depth parts and 35 chapters, Westover covers all aspects of adaptive leadership. He provides strategies for effectively communicating visions for change, building strong workplace cultures, managing stress and avoiding burnout. Readers will learn how to develop trust through transparency, empower teams through strengths-based development, and attract and retain top talent. Later sections offer approaches for leading through economic upheaval, fostering change agility, and crafting purposeful work.

Interwoven are models and frameworks made accessible through examples and exercises. Leaders will finish with a deeper understanding of their own mindsets and how to skillfully overcome challenges to their potential. Whether you're a seasoned executive or new to managing others, this book delivers need-to-know strategies, tools and perspectives for adapting both your leadership approach and organization to whatever the future may bring.

For any leader seeking to thrive in today's VUCA world, The Adaptive Leader is an indispensable resource for successfully navigating constant change and helping your people and business reach new heights. Its wisdom and pragmatism will help readers evolve into the adaptive leaders needed for the future.