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Leadership for the Age of Change is a comprehensive guide for leaders in the 21st century. Dr Lourens shows leaders how to fulfil their leadership roles in almost any context. It is for leaders of all ages and experience, whether you are leading a country, a multi-national organisation, an entrepreneurial enterprise or a small team.

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'Leadership for the Age of Change' by Dr Jan LourensDiscover how to Lead in the Age of ChangeDr Jan Lourens presents an integrated leadership guide for leaders in an age of hyper-change. 'Leadership for the Age of Change' is based on practical, principle-centred fundamentals and sound proven theory. The book is an essential read for all leaders--for those who lead with global impact and the young leader alike. Dr Lourens shows leaders how to fulfil their leadership roles in almost any context. He created many new concepts, models, frameworks and principles for leaders to lead organisations toward achieving shared purposes. 'Leadership for the Age of Change' will encourage and guide you to: Lead your team, global entity, entrepreneurial business, political party, school or any other organisation to higher levels of performance and better results.Lead change initiatives with significantly improved success.Lead your entity to become fit for change and perform change initiatives in contexts of continual disruptive challenges.Turn around leadership deficits that may be present in your entity.Through inclusion and better relationships, significantly improve trust and engagement.Dr Jan Lourens is the co-founder of IncludeChange, a company that consults, trains and coaches in the fields of leadership, change, strategy, performance and commercialisation of new ventures. He holds a PhD in Organisational Behaviour, focusing on change-centred leadership. He draws on extensive experience gained from working in many multi-national organisations.'Leadership for the Age of Change' is an indispensable guide for executives, leaders, managers and consultants, in almost any context in the 21st century.

Author Biography

Dr Jannie Lourens is the co-founder of IncludeChange, a company that consults and coaches in the fields of leadership, strategy, performance and commercialisation of large industrial ventures. He trains and coaches leaders to excel in leading change. His purpose is to help leaders and their entities to become pre-prepared and change-fit for the challenges and vast opportunities that are presented by the age of change. Jannie's core values centre on his passion to be excellent at what he does, to include people in decisions, to build trustworthy relationships and to collaborate towards achievement of mutual purposes. His varied education and experience across many countries provide him with a rich resource to follow his passion-to add value and encourage leaders who want to lead proactively into a future that holds significant change, challenges and opportunities. He firmly holds to the view that change follows natural laws-laws one can easily understand and apply inclusively through new leadership frameworks towards a better future. Currently Jannie is chief financial officer (CFO) for a mega-project to build a sustainable eco-industrial complex aimed to serve the growing industrial and energy markets in Southern Africa. Previously he held many senior leadership roles in strategy, new venture commercialisation, technological innovation, project management, international energy markets and consulting. His career spans across the fuels, chemicals, power generation, energy, steel, military and education sectors, among others. Jannie completed a doctoral program in Organisational Behaviour with a honourable distinction. The research for his doctoral dissertation focused on the integration of the recently discovered theory of three-dimensional leadership behaviour, emotional intelligence, leadership visioning, and organisation citizenship. He has presented several papers and presentations on the results of his research. Jannie also holds a Masters in Business Administration. His Masters dissertation focused on the application of artificial intelligence in strategic management. Prior to that, Jannie obtained two tertiary qualifications in Chemical Engineering. He is a co-author of 'Management for Engineers, Technologists and Scientists', first published in the year 2000. It has subsequently been published in its 3rd edition. He is the author of the parts on business and technology strategy.

Review

Three burning questions need to be answered before one can become a highly effective leader. First, what exactly is a leader? Second, why would anyone follow that leader? Third, how will that leader influence positive and responsible growth in her/his organisation in a world of lightning speed change? Dr Jan Lourens unties the Gordian Knot formed by those three questions. He gives practical advice that will help you navigate disruptive changes, markedly improve the level of engagement of all in your organisation, and dramatically improve your business results. This book is an important resource for leaders at all levels in the field of leadership and change.Cedric B. Johnson, PhD, Senior Executive Consultant, AON Hewitt'Leadership for the Age of Change' is an important read for leaders of all ages and experience whether you are the leader of a country, a multi-national organisation, an entrepreneurial enterprise or a small team. This book is easy to read and applying its common-sense approaches will help you to lead successfully in the face of hyper-change, accelerating global trends and disruptive challenges.Dr John Howard, FAICD, International Water Executive Advisor, International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources ManagementIf you wish to be challenged as a leader in your thinking regarding 21st century leadership, this book can assist greatly in enhancing your insight and capacity in becoming more future-fit. Dr Jan Lourens's bold intention with his book is to empower leadership to be architects of the futures they desire as the 21st century rushes relentlessly upon them.Prof. Theo H. Veldsman, Visiting professor and previous HOD, Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management, Faculty of Management, University of Johannesburg.This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to be 'change-fit' to lead in a time of accelerating transformation of our world and the nature of work. It is a beacon of hope in a world increasingly characterised by a lack of trust in leaders--in business and government. It dispels many of the myths of leadership and provides clear pathways for personal and organisational success. Tobias Hills, MPhil (Environmental Management), Principal Project Manager, Environment Protection AuthorityThis book is a must read for leaders who are interested in applying fundamental concepts of leadership in an ever-changing environment. Dr Jan Lourens provides easy-to-read, though thorough practical guidelines for proactive and effective leadership in the age of change, based on firm theoretical evidence.Prof. Ren van Wyk, Dept. Industrial Psychology & People Management, College of Business and Economics, University of JohannesburgDr Jan Lourens' perspective on leading in a changing world aligns perfectly with the Code of Ethics principles. It inspired me to elevate my thinking to new heights while taking our team on this exciting journey of discovery.Rina Visser, B Prim Ed, B Ed, M Ed Special Education, Bachelor of In-service Early Childhood, Head of Early Learning Centre, Portside Christian College'Leadership for the Age of Change' is thorough and insightful and allows leaders to understand and implement the principles included. Lessons that are not just for today's business leaders but are applicable to sport and all areas of leadership endeavour.John L. Munro, Founder and Director, The ThoughtConnect Group. Former State and Regional Manager in the finance and banking industries.

Long Description

'Leadership for the Age of Change' by Dr Jan Lourens Discover how to Lead in the Age of Change Dr Jan Lourens presents an integrated leadership guide for leaders in an age of hyper-change. 'Leadership for the Age of Change' is based on practical, principle-centred fundamentals and sound proven theory. The book is an essential read for all leaders--for those who lead with global impact and the young leader alike. Dr Lourens shows leaders how to fulfil their leadership roles in almost any context. He created many new concepts, models, frameworks and principles for leaders to lead organisations toward achieving shared purposes. 'Leadership for the Age of Change' will encourage and guide you to: Lead your team, global entity, entrepreneurial business, political party, school or any other organisation to higher levels of performance and better results. Lead change initiatives with significantly improved success. Lead your entity to become fit for change and perform change initiatives in contexts of continual disruptive challenges. Turn around leadership deficits that may be present in your entity. Through inclusion and better relationships, significantly improve trust and engagement. Dr Jan Lourens is the co-founder of IncludeChange, a company that consults, trains and coaches in the fields of leadership, change, strategy, performance and commercialisation of new ventures. He holds a PhD in Organisational Behaviour, focusing on change-centred leadership. He draws on extensive experience gained from working in many multi-national organisations. 'Leadership for the Age of Change' is an indispensable guide for executives, leaders, managers and consultants, in almost any context in the 21st century.

Review Quote

Three burning questions need to be answered before one can become a highly effective leader. First, what exactly is a leader? Second, why would anyone follow that leader? Third, how will that leader influence positive and responsible growth in her/his organisation in a world of lightning speed change? Dr Jan Lourens unties the Gordian Knot formed by those three questions. He gives practical advice that will help you navigate disruptive changes, markedly improve the level of engagement of all in your organisation, and dramatically improve your business results. This book is an important resource for leaders at all levels in the field of leadership and change. Cedric B. Johnson, PhD, Senior Executive Consultant, AON Hewitt 'Leadership for the Age of Change' is an important read for leaders of all ages and experience whether you are the leader of a country, a multi-national organisation, an entrepreneurial enterprise or a small team. This book is easy to read and applying its common-sense approaches will help you to lead successfully in the face of hyper-change, accelerating global trends and disruptive challenges. Dr John Howard, FAICD, International Water Executive Advisor, International Centre of Excellence in Water Resources Management If you wish to be challenged as a leader in your thinking regarding 21stcentury leadership, this book can assist greatly in enhancing your insight and capacity in becoming more future-fit. Dr Jan Lourens's bold intention with his book is to empower leadership to be architects of the futures they desire as the 21st century rushes relentlessly upon them. Prof. Theo H. Veldsman, Visiting professor and previous HOD, Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management, Faculty of Management, University of Johannesburg. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to be 'change-fit' to lead in a time of accelerating transformation of our world and the nature of work. It is a beacon of hope in a world increasingly characterised by a lack of trust in leaders--in business and government. It dispels many of the myths of leadership and provides clear pathways for personal and organisational success. Tobias Hills, MPhil (Environmental Management), Principal Project Manager, Environment Protection Authority This book is a must read for leaders who are interested in applying fundamental concepts of leadership in an ever-changing environment. Dr Jan Lourens provides easy-to-read, though thorough practical guidelines for proactive and effective leadership in the age of change, based on firm theoretical evidence. Prof. Rene van Wyk, Dept. Industrial Psychology & People Management, College of Business and Economics, University of Johannesburg Dr Jan Lourens' perspective on leading in a changing world aligns perfectly with the Code of Ethics principles. It inspired me to elevate my thinking to new heights while taking our team on this exciting journey of discovery. Rina Visser, B Prim Ed, B Ed, M Ed Special Education, Bachelor of In-service Early Childhood, Head of Early Learning Centre, Portside Christian College 'Leadership for the Age of Change' is thorough and insightful and allows leaders to understand and implement the principles included. Lessons that are not just for today's business leaders but are applicable to sport and all areas of leadership endeavour. John L. Munro, Founder and Director, The ThoughtConnect Group. Former State and Regional Manager in the finance and banking industries.

Details ISBN0648181006 Author Jan F. Lourens Pages 442 Language English ISBN-10 0648181006 ISBN-13 9780648181002 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2017 Imprint Includechange Pty Ltd Publication Date 2017-10-24 Subtitle How to lead successfully in the 21st Century Short Title Leadership for the Age of Change UK Release Date 2017-10-24 Publisher Includechange Pty Ltd Illustrations 61 Illustrations Audience General We've got this

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