From the Publisher
From bestselling author Michael Fullen wisdom for thriving
in today''s complex environment
Successful organizations adjust quickly and intelligently to
shifts in consumer tastes, political climate, and economic
opportunity. How do they do it? The Six Secrets of Change
explores essential lessons for business and public sector leaders
for thriving in today''s complex environment. Fullen draws on his
acclaimed work in bringing about large-scale and substantial change
in education reform in both public school systems and universities,
as well as engaging in major change initiatives internationally.
This book is filled with lessons that are insightful, actionable,
and concisely communicable.
"Fullan has an uncanny ability to produce what is needed at the
time it is needed. The six secrets are based in theory, grounded in
practice, powerful in their relationship to each other, and
described in ways that enable deep understanding. It is a
refreshing change from the surface lists of leadership and change
ideas that all too often permeate education and business
literature."?Vicki Phillips, director of education, Bill &
Melinda Gates Foundation
- Includes so-called leadership "secrets" that are decoded to be
accessible and useful
- Offers illustrative examples from a variety of businesses,
health organizations, and public education systems
- Lays out the six factors to organizational success:
collegiality, long-range plans allow for the unknown, nurture
employees, learning, leadership at all levels, and positive
pressure must be inescapable
- Michael Fullen is the author of the acclaimed best-seller
Leading in a Culture of Change
Fullan convinces us that a leader who attends to all six key
factors will have an organization that is constantly learning,
growing, and thriving.
From the Jacket
Praise for The Six Secrets of Change
"Fullan has an uncanny ability to produce what is needed at the
time it is needed. The six secrets are based in theory, grounded in
practice, powerful in their relationship to each other, and
described in ways that enable deep understanding. It is a
refreshing change from the surface lists of leadership and change
ideas that all too often permeate education and business
literature."
-Vicki Phillips, director of education, Bill &
Melinda Gates Foundation
"This book simultaneously clarifies, synthesizes, and
challenges. Anyone in a management position will find it both very
entertaining and full of wisdom."
-Sir Michael Barber, former head, Tony Blair''s
Policy Delivery Unit
"The Six Secrets of Change is a must for anyone who
thinks about leadership, aspires to be a great leader, or thinks
they are already an expert on the subject. Fullan takes on some
sacred cows, and advances a remarkable framework for all us who
seek ''to be the changes we seek in the world.'' Truly and deeply
inspirational."
-Charles Pascal, executive director, Atkinson
Foundation
"One of the best books I have read in a long, long time. The
Six Secrets of Change is insightful, challenging and
authentic. Michael Fullan has a unique ability to bring the theory
and practice of leadership together in a way that truly resonates.
All those who are grappling with the challenges of leadership in
complex organizations should read this book."
-Steve Munby, chief executive, National College
for School Leadership, England
"Michael Fullan is one of the world''s leading exponents on
managing change. The Six Secrets of Change is a further
brilliant contribution. These may be secrets but what is described
can be accomplished by leaders at every level."
-Brian J. Caldwell, managing director, Educational
Transformations Pty. Ltd.
About the Author
Michael Fullan is professor emeritus of the
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of
Toronto. He currently serves as special advisor in education to the
premier of Ontario. Recognized as a worldwide authority on
organizational change, he is engaged in training, consulting, and
evaluating change projects around the world. Fullan is the author
of Leading in a Culture of Change and Turnaround
Leadership.
About the Book
Fullan lays out the factors that allow an organization to sustain meaningful change: Collegiality must be cultivated, long-range plans must allow for the unknown, employees must be nurtured, learning must occur frequently and be developed at all levels, and positive pressure must be inescapable.
