{"product_id":"change-isbn-9781394321513","title":"Change","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransform your organization with speed and efficiency using this insightful new resource\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncremental improvement is no longer sufficient in helping organizations navigate the complexity, uncertainty and volatility of today's world. In \u003ci\u003eChange: How Organizations Achieve Hard-to-Imagine Results in Uncertain and Volatile Times\u003c\/i\u003e, authors John P. Kotter, Vanessa Akhtar, and Gaurav Gupta explore how to create non-linear, dramatic change in your organization. You'll discover the emerging science of change that teaches us about how to build organizations – from businesses to governments – that change and adapt rapidly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eChange\u003c\/i\u003e you'll discover:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy the ability of organizations to deal with threats and take advantage of opportunities in the face of ever greater complexity and uncertainty is being severely challenged\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-depth, evidence-based, actionable solutions for dealing with institutional resistance to change\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCase studies and success stories that describe organizations who have successfully built the ability to change quickly into their DNA\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA universal approach for how to dramatically improve outcomes from various change efforts, including: strategy execution, digital transformation, restructuring, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for managers, executives, and leaders at companies of all types and sizes, \u003ci\u003eChange\u003c\/i\u003e will also prove to be a valuable asset to other professionals who serve these organizations. This book is for anyone seeking a proven approach for delivering fast, sustainable and comprehensive results.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I Introduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Threats and Opportunities in a Rapidly Changing World 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 The Emerging Science of Change 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II There is a Better Way to Accelerate: 37\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 \"Strategic Planning\" That Delivers \u003ci\u003eResults \u003c\/i\u003e39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Digital Transformation That is Truly Transformational 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Restructuring Without Killing Innovation and Your Future 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Cultural Change That Helps You Adapt 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Mergers and Acquisitions That Create Real Value 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Agile Methodologies That Build Sustained and Scalable Agility 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Broad Social Initiatives That Can Help Billions 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III In the End, It is Mostly About This 175\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 More Leadership from More People 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11 The New Normal 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors 223\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJOHN P. KOTTER\u003c\/b\u003e is the Konosuke Matsushita Professor of Leadership, Emeritus, at Harvard Business School and a \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author. He is Co-founder of the management consulting firm Kotter International and the author of 21 books. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVANESSA AKHTAR\u003c\/b\u003e is the Head of Consulting at Kotter International, leading engagements with clients across industries to achieve their most complex transformations. She is a published thought leader and speaker. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGAURAV GUPTA\u003c\/b\u003e leads Research and Development at Kotter. He conducts observational research, develops new approaches, advises clients and shares insights on change leadership and strategy execution through speaking engagements and publications.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePRAISE FOR\u003c\/small\u003e CHANGE\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Kotter’s new book, \u003ci\u003eChange\u003c\/i\u003e, is a game changer. He and his co-authors provide deep insight into the misunderstood intersection between logical and psychological business transformation strategies. If you want your business to survive and thrive, this book is a must-read.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Kelly S. King,\u003c\/b\u003e Chairman and CEO, Truist Bank \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The background, history, and case studies show a new way of thinking and acting. The lessons are short, to the point, yet profound. This is a call to action for all who care to move from the ranks of management to be key leaders in their companies, industries, and communities.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Douglas Williams,\u003c\/b\u003e COO, HMS Holdings \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Just as they do in their consulting work, the authors of this book make the complex challenge of leading change accessible. 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