{"product_id":"best-possible-outcome-isbn-9781394203321","title":"Best Possible Outcome","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn how to make hard decisions in difficult situations — and ensure a successful outcome\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn boardrooms and workplaces, as in war zones, there is a simple truth: leaders must make hard decisions. It’s only through timely decision-making and clear, considered strategy that leaders can cut through ambiguity and chaos — and protect their people and their organisation. With \u003ci\u003eBest Possible Outcome\u003c\/i\u003e, you’ll learn how the military cultivates the mindset, the people, and the processes that ensure success even in tough times. What’s more, you’ll discover how to systematically implement those lessons within your business. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith over 25 years’ experience in the Australian Army, from on-the-ground combat to intelligence, Lieutenant Colonel Garth Callender has learned what it takes. In \u003ci\u003eBest Possible Outcome\u003c\/i\u003e, he shares remarkable stories from his time in service and delivers insightful lessons about risk, resilience, and agility. You’ll discover a pragmatic, three-pillar leadership framework that allows leaders in any field to embrace challenges, drive innovation, and maximise results. Ultimately, you’ll establish a system that ensures the best possible outcome in any situation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDevelop the mindset and leadership skills essential for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding and managing real risk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilding organisational resilience \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaking difficult ethical decisions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStaying ahead of the competition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAchieving success under pressure and despite uncertainty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom managing risk on the streets of Afghanistan to unpacking what insurgents know about organisational agility, Garth shows how the skills used to lead teams in military conflict can improve organisational responsiveness. \u003ci\u003eBest Possible Outcome\u003c\/i\u003e will show you how to lead strategically, assess outcomes clearly, and establish a pathway out of vulnerability and crisis. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout the Author vii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrologue ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePillar I: The optimal mindset 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Lead with a risk mindset 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Ethics and calibrating your moral compass 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Think, plan and lead strategically 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Trust your instincts 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Communicate with a strong, clear voice 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Leading with a clear and unbiased view 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePillar II: The right team 65\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Observations on building teams 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 The value of a cognitively diverse team 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Keep your team informed and communicating 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Stay ahead of the competition 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Promote a resilient team 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Stress test your plan 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Expect the unexpected 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest Possible Outcome\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePillar III: The BPO Method 135\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Understand and prepare for uncertainty 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 Battle preparation 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Observe your competitive environment 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e17 Orient your team 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e18 Making decisions in a crisis 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e19 Execute the plan, monitor the battle, reflect and regroup 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpilogue 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements 185\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGARTH CALLENDER\u003c\/b\u003e is an expert in leadership, risk and organisational resilience. A lieutenant colonel in the Australian Army, Garth has lived through and managed some of the most extreme crises across the globe. He now works with boards and executive teams across Australia.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTACKLE TOUGH DECISIONS WITH A MILITARY MINDSET\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn boardrooms and workplaces, as in war zones, there is a simple truth: leaders must make hard decisions. It’s only through a clear, considered strategy for decision making that leaders can cut through ambiguity and uncertainty in real time — and protect their people and their organisation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith over 25 years’ experience in the Australian Army, from on-the-ground combat to intelligence, Lieutenant Colonel Garth Callender has learned what it takes to make hard choices. In \u003ci\u003eBest Possible Outcome\u003c\/i\u003e, he shares remarkable stories from his time in service and delivers insightful lessons about risk, resilience and agility that will help you to ensure the best possible outcome for your business. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou’ll develop the mindset and leadership skills essential for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunderstanding and managing real risk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ebuilding organisational resilience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003emaking difficult ethical decisions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003estaying ahead of the competition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eachieving success under pressure and despite uncertainty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom managing risk on the streets of Baghdad, to unpacking what Afghan insurgents know about organisational agility, Garth shows how the skills used to lead teams in military conflict can improve organisational responsiveness. \u003ci\u003eBest Possible Outcome \u003c\/i\u003ewill show you how to lead strategically, assess outcomes clearly and establish a pathway out of vulnerability and crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47988803633381,"sku":"NP9781394203321","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781394203321.jpg?v=1761781653","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/best-possible-outcome-isbn-9781394203321","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}