The Art of Change

Condition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9798890570680 Author(s): Jeff DeGraff Format: Paperback Year: 2025 Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers Pages: 192

Description: In a world of unprecedented disruption, mastering the art of change isn't just an advantage-it's essential for survival.In a world of unprecedented disruption, mastering the art of change isn't just an advantage-it's essential for survival.Drawing from decades of work with global organizations, military commanders, and NASA leaders, Jeff and Staney DeGraff reveal how true transformation emerges not from avoiding contradictions, but from embracing them.This groundbreaking book, the third installation in their comprehensive innovation series, introduces a revolutionary framework for understanding and leveraging paradox. Through rich storytelling and battle-tested strategies, the DeGraffs unpack seven fundamental contradictions that define transformative growth-How do we achieve more by doing less? Why does certainty often lead to failure, while embracing uncertainty paves the path to breakthrough? When does resistance become the catalyst for change? The Art of Change demonstrates how these seeming contradictions hold the key to profound transformation-both personally and professionally.This isn't just another business book-it's a practical philosophy for navigating complexity in dynamic environments. Whether you're leading a Fortune 500 company, steering a non-profit through turbulent times, or seeking personal growth, you'll discover-A proven framework for turning obstacles into opportunitiesPractical tools for making better decisions in ambiguous situationsStrategies for building resilience through embracing paradoxMethods for driving innovation by challenging conventional wisdomTechniques for leading transformational change in any environmentThe Art of Change completes a pioneering trilogy that establishes a comprehensive school of thought around innovation and transformation. Building on the foundations laid in their prev