“An adaptive change that is beneficial to the organization as a whole may clearly and tangibly hurt some of those who had benefited from the world being left behind.” — Martin Linsky Copy Share Image
“the challenge of leadership when trying to generate adaptive change is to work with differences, passions, and conflicts in a way that diminishes their destructive potential and constructively harnesses their energy.” — Martin Linsky Copy Share Image
“We all need affirmation, but accepting accolades in an undisciplined way can lead to grandiosity, an inflated view of yourself and your cause. People… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“You appear dangerous to people when you question their values, beliefs, or habits of a lifetime. You place yourself on the line when you… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“Leadership is an improvisational art. You may have an overarching vision, clear, orienting values, and even a strategic plan, but what you actually do… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“trying to take satisfaction in life from the numbers you ring up is ultimately no more successful than making survival your goal.” — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“You have probably been attacked in one form or another. Perhaps you’ve been criticized for your style of communication: too abrasive or too gentle,… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“The deeper the change and the greater the amount of new learning required, the more resistance there will be and, thus, the greater the… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“In times of distress, when everyone looks to authorities to provide direction, protection, and order, this is an easy diagnostic mistake to make. In… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“The hope of leadership lies in the capacity to deliver disturbing news and raise difficult questions in a way that people can absorb, prodding… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“People do not resist change, per se. People resist loss. You appear dangerous to people when you question their values, beliefs, or habits of… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“being criticized by people you care about is almost always a part of exercising leadership.” — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“When exercising leadership, you risk getting marginalized, diverted, attacked, or seduced. Regardless of the form, however, the point is the same. When people resist… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“Children have generative power. They create meaning as they busily connect with whatever is happening. But grown-ups often forget that ability. They tend to… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“To survive and succeed in exercising leadership, you must work as closely with your opponents as you do with your supporters.” — Martin Linsky Copy Share
“The most difficult work of leadership involves learning to experience distress without numbing yourself. The virtue of a sacred heart lies in the courage… — Martin Linsky Copy Share
