Becoming an Agile Leader

by Victoria V. Swisher

Becoming an Agile Leader explores the five key characteristics, or factors, of Learning Agility – a proven success differentiator for leaders. Agile leaders, or those with a high degree of Learning Agility, share some key characteristics • Self-Awareness • Mental Agility • People Agility • Change Agility • Results AgilityThe book introduces the concept of Learning Agility through a series of engaging portraits of well-known leaders in business, politics, science and the arts. Designed with development in mind, Becoming an Agile Leader is filled with dozens of practical development tips to start today, ideas for on- and off-the-job roles to build Learning Agility, advice on avoiding “overuse”, and suggested readings for further exploration of the five Learning Agility factors. Becoming an Agile Leader is a valuable resource Leaders looking to equip themselves and their organizations with the skills to win in an era of ever-increasing change and complexity • Emerging leaders who aspire to broad leadership roles • Any person looking to grow in order to meet their career goals • Talent Management professionals seeking a science-based method to assess, differentiate, and deploy talent • Coaches and mentors who are helping others develop their leadership skills

Genres: Nonfiction, Leadership, Professional Development, Business

144 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 12, 2012

Reviews

[Kym Hamer · Rating 3 out of 5]

This has been on my bookshelf for quite some time and it's a timely read given everything that's going on in the world...full of useful tips and techniques for building our own agility muscles. 3-stars

[Tess Fiedler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good thought starter on how to be a better leader.

[Merrill Fratkin · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book I was reading was Becoming an Agile Leader. It goes into the five agility factors: 1) Self Awareness, 2) Mental, 3) People, 4) Change and 5) Results. It was written in an interesting cadence, and was helpful. I found myself thinking of how agile I am in my leadership style ... I would give myself a “B” when it comes to the overall. Obviously, better in some categories with work to do in others. I gave it three out of five stars and would recommend reading it. Now I have to think of my next non-fiction book to read (while still reading the next selection of the book club).

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found this book on my friend's counter over the weekend. It was a quick and easy read. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a refresher on how to interact and motivate others or to anyone needing a reminder of the skills they possess to lead in their personal and professional lives.

[Annalise D · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quick read with helpful format that details each agility, provides guidance for how to sharpen that agility and associated watch-outs. I found the tips and suggestions the most helpful. This is a book I know I will skim through fairly regularly over the years.

[Iamthird · Rating 2 out of 5]

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[Lydia Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

lots of good insight but a touch repetitive

[PeterBlackCoach · Rating 5 out of 5]

Our ever changing business, economic, political and technological environment is driving needs for a more agile leader and this book which draws on the Lominger work (now owned through Korn Ferry) provides a great framework for any current or aspiring leader. It covers 5 arenas of agility under the umbrella of "Learning Agility" and can be used well concurrently with the Lominger competencies and instruments like the Hogan Assessments.

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[Greg Salomon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed how straightforward and succinct this book is. Right after I finished reading this book I was placed on an intra-organizational assignment and it really helped to give me a different perspective.

Would definitely recommend this book for those who want to become a more agile and upward bound leader.