{"product_id":"abundance-leaders-isbn-9781394178490","title":"Abundance Leaders","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransform your ability to lead others with an abundance leadership mindset\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders: Creating Energy, Joy, and Productivity in an Unsettled World\u003c\/i\u003e, renowned management consultant and lecturer Laura Freebairn-Smith delivers a rigorous and practical discussion of energetic, joyful, and productive leadership. In the book, you’ll learn what sets leaders with an “abundance mindset” apart from those with a “scarcity mindset,” and why the former creates work environments that generate superior performance when compared to those created by the latter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe author comprehensively explains the Abundance Leadership Model and convincingly demonstrates how it leads to immediate and tangible improvements in productivity and employee wellbeing. You’ll also find:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA list of 26 distinct behaviors that signal a manager or executive is working in an abundance leadership mindset\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategies for leading bravely, making big, impactful promises, and aligning your organization around its purpose\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWays to shape the culture at your organization in ways that drive dramatic improvements to the bottom line and worker satisfaction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn essential resource for managers, executives, board members, and other business leaders, \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders \u003c\/i\u003ewill also earn a place in the libraries of anyone with an interest in leadership or organizational culture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection I Abundance Leadership\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 My Journey to Abundance Leadership 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 How Abundance Leaders Think 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking for Explanations 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOptimism 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThree Other Fields That Inform Abundance Leadership 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Four Meta-Competencies 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisioning for the Greater Good 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisibility 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelf-Awareness 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Well 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection II Organizational Health and Abundance Leadership\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Improving Your Organization’s Health 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Macrolevers 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCharrettes 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFour-Day Workweek 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorkspace Design 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging by Circadian Rhythm 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Microlevers: Small Tools for Big Change 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Gong 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Annual Donation: Collective Competition for the Greater Good 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublic Agenda: Speak Up and Get Heard 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunity Wall: Life Outside of Work 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSnow Globes and Collective Memory 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFacilitation Rotation 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDream List: Imagining Our Ideal World 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSection III the How-to Manual\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Visioning 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisioning 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreativity 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Visibility 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Self-Awareness 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflection and Affect 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpersonal Adeptness 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMorality 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEgo Control 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Managing Well 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeam Building 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunication 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtection 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecision-Making 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpilogue 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Additional Resources 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Organizational Development Bibliography 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 191\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLAURA FREEBAIRN-SMITH\u003c\/b\u003e is a Partner and Co-founder of Organizational Performance Group (OPG), a management consulting firm. She holds an MBA from Yale and a PhD in Organizational Systems from Saybrook University. She has taught as faculty and guest lecturer at Yale, Georgetown, Central CT State University, and the University of New Haven.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe have all heard of the idea that our perception creates our reality, but how many of us understand what that really means or, more importantly, put it into practice? In times of scarcity, leaders are tempted to echo society’s often negative, fear-based messaging, falling into step with the notion that we do not have the power to make things better. \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders \u003c\/i\u003eturns this tendency on its head, showing that organizations have great power in driving culture and determining daily reality. When leaders project energy, joy, productivity, and optimism, they create abundance. Sounds simple but it takes intention and practice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat makes some leaders better at leading from abundance than others? It all starts with a mindset. Author and leading management consultant Laura Freebairn-Smith calls this mindset the abundance mental model. When we learn to see resources as sufficient and non-zero-sum power dynamics, we create healthier, more equitable organizations. In this book, readers learn how to build communication, teamwork, and energy into the fabric of their organization by adopting the 26 specific behaviors that constitute abundance leadership. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are dozens if not hundreds of leadership models in print today, but not one has adequately captured what truly makes a great boss. \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders \u003c\/i\u003efinally offers a new model, along with a set of research-based principles for adopting it. This new concept in leadership is poised to transform the way we view organizational culture, strategy, and change. This book reveals that true leadership greatness does not lie in the broad strokes and huge undertakings that we often associate with it. Instead, It is the small, daily acts and minor adjustments that inspire employees and bring visions to life.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for ABUNDANCE LEADERS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Laura Freebairn-Smith has played an important role in my professional life and particularly shaped my perspective on strategic planning, as both a consultant and a colleague. How gratifying, then, to see that her book, \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders\u003c\/i\u003e, seamlessly combines her erudition, lived experience, and common sense. This volume stands as a fresh and uplifting resource for all those interested in learning more about leadership, whether they consider themselves aspiring, emerging, or established in their fields.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—James Bundy, \u003c\/b\u003eElizabeth Parker Ware Dean, David Geffen School of Drama; Artistic Director, Yale Repertory Theatre\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Laura Freebairn-Smith is generous in sharing her personal journey, and academic and professional experience, about what makes good leaders tick. And thankfully Laura explains practical applications for those of us who strive to lead and live with abundance. \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders: Creating Energy, Joy, and Productivity in an Unsettled World \u003c\/i\u003eis a must-read and ready reference for those of us who aspire to ‘activate the energy of their internal cultures to achieve results for all 4 Ps—planet, people, profit, and purpose.’ ”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Angela G. Powers, \u003c\/b\u003eSenior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“For many years, Laura Freebairn-Smith has been deeply involved in organizational development here at Yale University, especially turning managers into leaders. And now, in this highly readable book, she shares her many ideas for all those who want to lead creatively and expansively. Blending an approach rooted in individual psychological skills with perspectives at the organizational level, Dr. Freebairn-Smith’s wisdom and experience are broadly applicable to all leaders in the public and private, nonprofit and for-profit sectors.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Peter Salovey, \u003c\/b\u003ePresident and Chris Argyris Professor of Psychology, Yale University\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders \u003c\/i\u003ecombines the rigors of academic research with the soul and self-examination required for leading in a fragile world. Freebairn-Smith guides leaders to use analytical thinking and interpersonal adeptness to achieve their organization’s purpose and a larger purpose—making the world better for all of us.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Barry Nalebuff, \u003c\/b\u003eMilton Steinbach Professor, Yale School of Management, Author of \u003ci\u003eSplit the Pie\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Many believe that leadership is an inherited trait. That strong leaders are born, have command presence and a natural ability to lead. In truth, leadership is a skill shaped by many inputs. \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders \u003c\/i\u003eprovides a compelling model for any organization seeking to build its leadership depth and for any individual pursuing their personal leadership journey. By unlocking the power of personal purpose with the thoughtful articulation of the energy created by leading from a position of abundance, Laura provides us all with a must-read management resource. I’ve had the benefit of seeing Laura’s work transform my organization and shape the leader I am today. I highly recommend this book as a go-to resource for the newly aspiring leader and institutional veteran.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Ramon Soto, \u003c\/b\u003eSenior Vice President and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Northwell Health\u003c\/p\u003e \"Laura Freebairn-Smith has played an important role in my professional life and particularly shaped my perspective on strategic planning, as both a consultant and a colleague. How gratifying, then, to see that her book, \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders\u003c\/i\u003e, seamlessly combines her erudition, lived experience, and common sense. This volume stands as a fresh and uplifting resource for all those interested in learning more about leadership, whether they consider themselves aspiring, emerging, or established in their fields.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—James Bundy, Elizabeth Parker Ware Dean, David Geffen School of Drama and Artistic Director, Yale Repertory Theatre\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Laura Freebairn-Smith is generous in sharing her personal journey, and academic and professional experience, about what makes good leaders tick. And thankfully Laura explains practical applications for those of us who strive to lead and live with abundance. \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders: Creating Energy, Joy, and Productivity in an Unsettled World\u003c\/i\u003e is a must read and ready reference for those of us who aspire to \"activate the energy of their internal cultures to achieve results for all 4 Ps (planet, people, profit, and purpose.)\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Angela G. Powers, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"For many years, Laura Freebairn-Smith has been deeply involved in organizational development here at Yale University, especially turning managers into leaders. And now, in this highly readable book, she shares her many ideas for all those who want to lead creatively and expansively. Blending an approach rooted in individual psychological skills with perspectives at the organizational level, Dr. Freebairn-Smith's wisdom and experience are broadly applicable to all leaders in the public and private, non-profit and for-profit sectors.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Peter Salovey, President and Chris Argyris Professor of Psychology, Yale University\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders\u003c\/i\u003e combines the rigors of academic research with the soul and self-examination required for leading in a fragile world. Freebairn-Smith guides leaders to use analytical thinking and interpersonal adeptness to achieve their organization's purpose and a larger purpose—making the world better for all of us.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Barry Nalebuff, Milton Steinbach Professor, Yale School of Management and author of \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSplit the Pie\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Many believe that leadership is an inherited trait. That strong leaders are born, have command presence and a natural ability to lead. In truth, leadership is a skill shaped by many inputs. \u003ci\u003eAbundance Leaders\u003c\/i\u003e provides a compelling model for any organization seeking to build its leadership depth and for any individual pursuing their personal leadership journey. By unlocking the power of personal purpose with the thoughtful articulation of the energy created by leading from a position of abundance, Laura provides us all with a must-read management resource. I've had the benefit of seeing Laura's work transform my organization and shape the leader I am today. I highly recommend this book as a go-to resource for the newly aspiring leader and institutional veteran.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Ramon Soto, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, Northwell Health\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988651917541,"sku":"NP9781394178490","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781394178490.jpg?v=1761781124","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/abundance-leaders-isbn-9781394178490","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}