Telling the Story E-Book

Geoff Mead

• Herausgeber: John Wiley & Sons
• Kategorie: Fachliteratur
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 514

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2014

Beschreibung

How to master the art of narrative leadership Telling the Story shows how leaders affect our understanding of what is possible and desirable through the stories they tell. It opens a door into the world of narrative leadership: what stories are and how they work; when to tell a story and how to tell one well; and how the language and metaphors we use influence our actions and change how we think about the world. * Explains how narrative leadership shapes and defines what's possible on an organizational level * Written by a renowned consultant on the art of narrative leadership * Challenges leaders to consider how narrative can influence and help create the kind of society they envision

Leseprobe

“Mead's book makes me feel hopeful and inspired about the future, and my own role in helping to shape it. His grounded, practical wisdom reminds us that stories have always been the way forward for humanity, and it is time for us to take more concerted action to counter the dominating master narrative of our most recent history. You will find his words a balm for the soul, evoking a meaningful walk in the woods with a wise elder.”

Doug Paxton, Faculty and Co-Director of the Leadership Center, Saint Mary's College of California

“We have often forgotten to listen to patients and staff with devastating effect on the standard of healthcare and organizational health. Listening to their stories connects the organization and its leaders back to what really matters. If you have ever doubted how stories can be a powerful force for good this thought-provoking and practical book will encourage you to consider your leadership practice from a whole new perspective.”