Leadership from the middle demands a delicate balance of guiding and serving, as exemplified by the AMPLIFY skillset: Adaptability, Blending, Diplomacy, Establishing, Influencing, Cultivating Agreement, and You Establishing the Tone. Middle managers like Tom and Lisa embody these principles by fostering collaboration, navigating organizational dynamics, and empowering their teams to grow. They tackle challenges like constant change, competing demands, and emotional strains while maintaining a focus on unity, accountability, and innovation. Through frameworks like SCOPE and the EMC2 Change Model, middle leaders assess readiness, inspire enthusiasm, and cultivate new habits to drive meaningful progress. By embracing their pivotal role, they transform organizational visions into actionable outcomes, creating environments of trust, growth, and shared purpose.
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InsightLeading from the middle is a dynamic and multifaceted role that requires balancing influence, adaptability, and empathy. This book delves into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by middle managers, offering actionable insights through frameworks like the AMPLIFY skillset and the EMC2 Change Model. Through relatable examples, it explores how middle leaders can foster collaboration, navigate organizational complexities, and drive meaningful change. With a focus on personal growth, team empowerment, and strategic alignment, this guide equips readers to lead with purpose and resilience.
Scott Mautz, a former Procter & Gamble executive, is an acclaimed keynote speaker and the award-winning author of Find the Fire and Make It Matter. Named as a “Top 50 Leadership Innovator” by Inc.com and a faculty member at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business for Executive Education, Mautz specializes in inspiring profound performance and meaningful experiences in the workplace.
Leadership from the middle demands a delicate balance of guiding and serving, as exemplified by the AMPLIFY skillset: Adaptability, Blending, Diplomacy, Establishing, Influencing, Cultivating Agreement, and You Establishing the Tone. Middle managers like Tom and Lisa embody these principles by fostering collaboration, navigating organizational dynamics, and empowering their teams to grow. They tackle challenges like constant change, competing demands, and emotional strains while maintaining a focus on unity, accountability, and innovation. Through frameworks like SCOPE and the EMC2 Change Model, middle leaders assess readiness, inspire enthusiasm, and cultivate new habits to drive meaningful progress. By embracing their pivotal role, they transform organizational visions into actionable outcomes, creating environments of trust, growth, and shared purpose.
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