Change You Can Believe In!

Posted on September 14, 2010 by Ronald T. Brown, Ph.D.

The fundamental task of leadership is to bring about the right kind of change.

In his book Leading Change - John Kotter, writes, “Leadership defines what the future should look like. It then aligns people with that vision, and inspires them to make it happen, despite what obstacles they may face along the way.”

A primary task of leadership is to facilitate needed change - and an effective change process requires a compelling vision, effective communication of that vision, and then providing the necessary coaching and resources to accomplish the vision. In addition, the vision needs to be so clear and compelling that people naturally align themselves toward making it happen.

Today, more than ever, business and society requires leadership that brings about positive and productive change. Without this kind of leadership, organizations are doomed to remain stuck in the past. Trapped by their past success. Bogged down as they seek only to protect what they have already attained.

Effective leadership continues to look forward - and to help those involved to look through current achievements toward higher levels of success in the future. To continue to embrace the risk and work it takes to move upward - to move onward toward higher goals and accomplishments.

* What are the critical changes your leadership is aiming to bring about this year?