Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader

Abstract

Herminia Ibarra’s insightful new book is an inspirational read for everyone who has a passion for leading and developing people. In times of rapid change, her profound research and hands-on approach of ‘transforming by doing’ is broadening horizons.” —JOE KAESER, CEO, Siemens AG “In this provocative new book, Herminia Ibarra challenges conventional thinking on leadership. She takes into account the high-velocity, shape-shifting context that we all live in and offers an action-oriented, practical playbook on leadership, identity, and change. It is a must-read for the contemporary leader.” —SUSAN P. PETERS, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, GE “Herminia Ibarra has created a valuable and successful model for helping forwardthinking professionals move up the corporate ladder. She has created a vivid road map for achieving career growth based on ‘learn while doing.’ I’d encourage every professional looking to get to the next level to read this book!” —MARSHALL GOLDSMITH, author, New York Times and global best seller What Got You Here Won’t Get You There “Based on Herminia Ibarra’s extensive research and experience working with executives, Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader provides insightful and practical advice about how to do the hardest thing of all—change ourselves. By acting, as opposed to thinking, we can all become better leaders.” —LINDA A. HILL, Wallace Brett Donham Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School;