More - Rosabeth Kanter Quotes

[Over the past five years, executive coaching has mushroomed from a sideline on the motivational and consulting circuits to an expected perk in virtually every executive suite. Most coaches are now called in to smooth a CEO's rough, my-way-or-the-highway edges that may be driving top talent to rivals.] Companies used to be able to function with autocratic bosses, ... We don't live in that world anymore.

Rosabeth Kanter

 

Boards and bosses may say they want change, but in fact they don't want too much disruption, controversy or agitation. It's not enough to be hired by the board and told shake things up. You still need to have a team inside that believes in you.

Rosabeth Kanter

 

Ambivalence about family responsibilities has a long history in the corporate world.

Rosabeth Kanter

 American Businessman Family

To stay ahead, you must have your next idea waiting in the wings.

Rosabeth Kanter

 American Businessman

People often resist change for reasons that make good sense to them, even if those reasons don't correspond to organizational goals. So it is crucial to recognize, reward, and celebrate accomplishments.

Rosabeth Kanter

 Achievement

A vision is not just a picture of what could be; it is an appeal to our better selves, a call to become something more.

Rosabeth Kanter

 American Businessman Vision

Leaders must pick causes they won't abandon easily, remain committed despite setbacks, and communicate their big ideas over and over again in every encounter.

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 American Businessman Causes

Mindless habitual behavior is the enemy of innovation.

Rosabeth Kanter

 American Businessman Behavior

A great idea is not enough.

Rosabeth Kanter

 American Businessman

Too many people let others stand in their way and don't go back for one more try.

Rosabeth Kanter

 American Businessman People