What if the leadership you were taught (or learned the "hard way") is holding you back? What if you discovered that you aren't leading, you're just in charge? What if you learned that your behavior as a leader was actually creating an unadaptive organizational culture that inhibits effectiveness? 

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Enlightened leaders are often shocked by the answers they uncover. What's no surprise is that leadership itself remains one of the most studied, yet misunderstood, forces in modern management. Despite decades of research and countless books, many leaders still find themselves stuck in efficacy ruts that prioritize hierarchy over humanity, control over creativity, and authority over authenticity.

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This book is your invitation to lead differently. With over 82 years of combined experience, Richard S. Dillard and Dr. Brian G. Dillard challenge the traditional leadership playbook and offer a bold, refreshing alternative.

 

Through a unique dual-author format, they blend real-world insight, academic depth, and a touch of humor to guide you on a journey of personal and organizational transformation. Inside, you’ll discover:

 

• A redefinition of leadership as a platform, not a position

• A framework for “non-neutral learning” that drives real change

• Practical tools for aligning leadership with authenticity, emotion, and purpose

• Strategies to break free from rigid hierarchies and ignite innovation

• A call to action that transcends old paradigms and empowers every reader

 

Whether you’re leading from the corner office, guiding from the middle, or showing up every day on the front lines, this book will inspire you to lead with purpose, unlock your potential, and transform the places you serve—starting from within.

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