In this groundbreaking new book, Bob Kaplan and Rob Kaiser introduce an innovative approach to identifying and correcting lopsidedness in leaders. You will discover how to make optimal use of your strengths and avoid getting trapped in a one-dimensional mindset that results in ?too much of a good thing.? Based on twenty years of research and extensive work with senior leaders, The Versatile Leader is packed with illustrative cases and practical applications. The book is equally useful for self-improvement and for coaching other managers.
Bob Kaplan is a partner with Kaplan DeVries Inc., which provides leadership consulting to individual executives and management teams. Previously, Kaplan played a senior role at the Center for Creative Leadership. He has consulted to many top executives over the years, and is the author of numerous articles as well as the book,
Beyond Ambition: How Driven Managers Can Lead Better and Live Better.
Rob Kaiser, also a partner with Kaplan DeVries Inc., is director of¿research and development. Kaiser also coaches individual leaders, specializing in helping high potentials prepare for senior leadership roles. Previously, he served on the Center for Creative Leadership's research staff.