Unleashed - by Rick Simmons & Amy Simmons (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

What if you could catalyze your own transformation? Authors Rick and Amy Simmons first uncovered liminal space--the idea that periods of uncertainty have the power to reshape our lives--while studying abroad for their graduate program in organizational behavior.
Shortly afterward, they began experimenting with another idea: rather than waiting for an inflection point to occur, they could launch it themselves--curating their own liminal experiences and accelerating their growth. Helping others navigate liminality and create it themselves became the heart of their work.
Unleashed: Harnessing the Power of Liminal Space is a two-part guide, illuminating the potential of liminality for individuals, teams, and organizations, and breaking down its elements so readers can launch their own liminal experiences.
With stories from leaders helming organizations of all sizes, from a regional health facility to a corporation with products in 90 percent of American homes, Unleashed provides the practical and theoretical insights necessary for transformation.

A portion of the proceeds from this book will be used to support the telos Leadership Foundation.

Review Quotes

"Amidst a period of true liminality in the health care industry, Unleashed offers us a roadmap forward, one grounded in resilience and agility, rooted in reality, and enabling equally all that's possible. A brilliant book!" --Cliff A. Megerian, MD, CEO, University Hospitals Health System

"The key to driving transformational change is knowing both how and when to do it. Unleashed provides the insights and tools to do both. We have trusted Rick and Amy Simmons to guide our key leaders using these concepts." --Mark Smucker, CEO, The J.M. Smucker Co.

"This is a must-read for anyone who is, or aspires to be, a change agent for the betterment of human systems." --Ronald Fry, PhD, Professor of Organizational Behavior, Case Western Reserve University

"Unleashed will help you unlock the power of purpose. It is a rich blend of wisdom, compassion, and practice that will help you turn breakdowns into breakthroughs." --Richard Leider, Best-Selling Author of The Power of Purpose and Repacking Your Bags