Leadership in the Age of Not Knowing - by Mary Ann Rainey & Jonno Hanafin (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Leadership in the Age of Not Knowing gives a unique perspective on learning at the leadership level that focuses on both the what and the how of leadership along with identifying the skills and behaviors necessary for leadership success. It is a science-based and practice-tested holistic and integrated approach to leadership that provides a guide to leaders in the 21st century who are faced with novel challenges brought on by a constantly changing environment where know-how is in short supply. It is applicable to leaders in all sectors and all forms of organization, large and small.

Review Quotes

Jonno and Mary Ann's book is a compelling framework for navigating leadership today. I resonate with a holistic and relentless focus on people, culture, and performance, especially 'presence' as the essential human element of leading. The book answers the practical question of 'how' to deliver on the promise outlined in their rigorous leadership framework.

Leaders talk about the inevitability of change and how it will affect every career, industry, and business paradigm. Mary Ann and Jonno have developed original thinking based on data, science, and experience, on how leaders can reinvent themselves to lead in a world where a changing workforce, industry disruption and macro-economic turbulence is the norm.

Mary Ann Rainey and Jonno Hanafin challenge leaders to learn what they don't know, which enables them to lead successfully in this complex and rapidly changing world. As trustworthy guides, they capture the deep interior source of their various dimensions of mastery which are grounded in new realities of organization and change. The breadth and clarity of their thinking and experience shape a powerful pathway that leads to possibilities for growth and action. Their book forms a coherent whole with the potential to transform leaders personally and organizationally.

Succeeding as a leader in this polarized environment of turmoil and pandemic requires learning rapidly and applying lessons instantly to an evolving reality. The authors describe a leadership model that defines the what and the how of becoming a learning leader to meet these challenges. This is a must read for leaders who seek to enhance a learning culture in their organization.

We live at a time where continuous learning must be a priority for people at all stages of their careers - especially leaders. Authors Jonno Hanafin and Mary Ann Rainey know that how we learn is as important as what we need to learn, and their book is an intelligent, practical guide for leaders who want to improve their performance. Leadership in the Age of Not Knowing is as essential as it is unique.