20 Best Books About Change (2023 Update)

Everyone needs to love and be loved—even men. but to know love, men must be able to look at the ways that patriarchal culture keeps them from knowing themselves, from being in touch with their feelings, from loving.in the will to change, bell hooks gets to the heart of the matter and shows men how to express the emotions that are a fundamental part of who they are—whatever their age, marital status, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. but toxic masculinity punishes those fundamental emotions, and it’s so deeply ingrained in our society that it’s hard for men to not comply—but hooks wants to help change that. with trademark candor and fierce intelligence, hooks addresses the most common concerns of men, such as fear of intimacy and loss of their patriarchal place in society, in new and challenging ways. she believes men can find the way to spiritual unity by getting back in touch with the emotionally open part of themselves—and lay claim to the rich and rewarding inner lives that have historically been the exclusive province of women. a brave and astonishing work, the will to change is designed to help men reclaim the best part of themselves.

Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the tao te ching and has written 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of lao tzu to today's modern world. each chapter is designed for actually living the tao or the great way today. some of the chapter titles are 'living with flexability', 'living without enemies', and 'living by letting go'. each of the 81 brief chapters focuses on living the tao and concludes with a section called 'doing the tao now'. wayne spent one entire year reading, researching, and meditating on lao tzu's messages, practicing them each day and ultimately writing down these essays as he felt lao tzu wanted you to know them. this is a work to be read slowly, one essay a day. as wayne says, 'this is a book that will forever change the way you look at your life, and the result will be that you'll live in a new world aligned with nature'.

A stunning new approach to how individuals can not only change their lives for the better in the workplace, but also their lives away from the office, including (but not limited to) finding ways to improve one's working relationship with others, one's overall health, outlook on life, and so on. for example, why is it that 95% of all diet attempts fail? why do new year's resolutions last no more than a few days? why can't people with good intentions seem to make consistent and positive strides in the way they want to improve their careers, financial fitness, physical fitness, and so on? based upon the latest research in a number of psychological and medical fields, the authors of change anything will show that traditional will-power is not necessarily the answer to these strivings, that people are affected in their behaviors by far more subtle influences. change anything shows how individuals can come to understand these powerful and influential forces, and how to put these forces to work in a positive manner that brings real and meaningful results.the authors present an array of everyday examples that will change and truly empower you to reexamine the way you go about your business and life.

The international bestseller now with a new preface by the author. millions worldwide have read and embraced john kotter’s ideas on change management and leadership and leading change, his seminal work, is widely recognized as the bible on leading transformational change. needed more today than any time in the past, this classic book serves as both visionary guide and practical toolkit on how to approach the difficult yet critical work of leading change in any type of organization.

Little changes can make a big, big difference! in the little book of big change,psychologist amy johnson shows you how to rewire your brain and overcome your bad habitsonce and for all.no matter what your bad habit is, you have the power to change it. drawing on a powerful combination of neuroscience and spirituality, this book will show you that you are not your habits. rather, your habits and addictions are the result of simple brain wiring that is easily reversed. by learning to stop bad habits at the source, you will take charge of your habits and addictions for good.anything done repeatedly has the potential to form neural circuitry in the brain. in this light, habits and addictions are impersonal brain wiring problems that result from taking your habitual thinking as truth, and acting on that thinking in the form of doing your habitover and over. this book offers a number of small changes you can make in your everyday life that will help you stop your bad habit in its tracks.if you want to understand the science behind your habit, make the decision to end it, and commit to real, lasting change, this book will help you to finally take charge of your lifeonce and for all.

How to create the change you want to see in the world using the paradigm-busting ideas in this "utterly fascinating" (adam grant) big-idea book.​ the problem is that the world they describe is a world where information spreads, but beliefs and behaviors stay the same. the real story of social change is more complex.

How many times have you thought about starting a diet or quitting smoking without doing anything about it? or lapsed back into bad habits after hitting a rough spot on the road to recovery? to uncover the secret to successful personal change, three acclaimed psychologists studied more than 1000 people who were able to positively and permanently alter their lives without psychotherapy. they discovered that change does "not" depend on luck or willpower. it is a process that can be successfully managed by anyone who understands how it works. once you determine which stage of change you're in, you can: create a climate where positive change can occur maintain motivation turn setbacks into progress make your new beneficial habits a "permanent" part of your life this groundbreaking book offers simple self-assessments, informative case histories, and concrete examples to help clarify each stage and process. whether your goal is to start saving money, to stop drinking, or to end other self-defeating or addictive behaviors, this revolutionary program will help you implement positive personal change for life.

John kotter's international bestseller leading change struck a powerful chord with legions of managers everywhere. it acknowledged the cynicism, pain, and fear they faced in implementing large-scale change-but also armed them with an eight-step plan of action for leaping boldly forward in a turbulent world. cohen delve deeper into the subject of change to get to the heart of how change actually happens. through compelling, real-life stories from people in the trenches, in all kinds of organizations, the authors attack the fundamental problem that underlies every major transformation: how do you go beyond simply getting your message across to truly changing people's behavior? based on interviews within over 100 organizations in the midst of large-scale change, the heart of change delivers the simple yet provocative answer to this question, forever altering the way organizations and individuals approach change. while most companies believe change happens by making people think differently, kotter and cohen say the key lies in making them feel differently. they introduce a new dynamic-"see-feel-change"-that fuels action by showing people potent reasons for change that spark their emotions. organized around the revolutionary eight-step change process introduced in leading change, this story-driven book shows how the best change leaders use not just reports or analysis, but gloves, video cameras, airplanes, office design, and other concrete elements to impel people toward positive action. the authors reveal how this appeal to the heart-over the mind-motivates people to overcome even daunting obstacles to change and produce breathtaking results.for individuals in every walk of life and companies in every stage of change, this compact, no-nonsense book captures the heart-and the how-of successful change.john p. kotter, world-renowned expert on leadership at the harvard business school, is the author of many books, including the award-winning, best-selling leading change. cohen is a principal with deloitte consulting llc.

'the effective change manager' is designed for change management practitioners, employers, authors, academics and anyone with an interest in the evolving professional discipline of change management. the first edition, 'the change management body of knowledge (cmbok)', drew on the experience of more than six hundred change management professionals in thirty countries. this second edition has grown that base to over 900 contributors and reviewers.' the effective change manager' describes the underpinning knowledge areas that change managers must know and understand to be effective in their change practice. it also describes the evolution of the change management practice as it starts to mature. the change management institute operates as a global leader in strengthening, connecting and advancing the change management profession. it is committed to assisting members in developing capability, credibility and connections in their pursuit of professional excellence.the change management institute is an independent professional organization that is uniquely positioned to promote and advance the interests of change management.

Award-winning wharton professor katy milkman has devoted her career to the study of behaviour change. an engineer by training, she approaches all challenges as problems to be solved and, with this mind-set, has drilled into the roadblocks that prevent us from achieving our goals and breaking unwanted behaviours. the key to lasting change, she argues, is not to set ever more audacious goals or to foster good habits but to get your strategy right. in how to change milkman identifies seven human impulses, or 'problems', that commonly sabotage our attempts to make positive personal and professional change. then, crucially, instead of getting you to do battle with these impulses she shows you how to harness them and use these as driving forces to help instil new, positive behaviours – better, faster and more efficiently than you could imagine. drawing her own original research, countless engaging case studies and practical tools throughout to help you put her ideas into action, milkman reveals a proven, inspiring path that can take you – once and for all – from where you are today to where you want to be.

What if you were given that choice? your own life and death. what if a well-informed, trusted authority figure said you had to make difficult and enduring changes in the way you think, feel, and act? if you didn't, your time would end soon—a lot sooner than it had to. could you change when change mattered most?" this is the question alan deutschman poses in change or die, which began as a sensational cover story by the same title for fast company. from patients suffering from heart disease to repeat offenders in the criminal justice system to companies trapped in the mold of unsuccessful business practices, many of us could prevent ominous outcomes by simply changing our mindset. dean ornish, mimi silbert of the delancey street foundation, bill gates, daniel boulud, and many others), deutschman demonstrates how anyone can achieve lasting, revolutionary change. change or die is not about merely reorganizing or restructuring priorities; it's about challenging, inspiring, and helping all of us to make the dramatic transformations necessary in any aspect of life—changes that are positive, attainable, and absolutely vital.

Why is it so hard to make lasting changes in our companies, in our communities, and in our own lives? the primary obstacle is a conflict that's built into our brains. psychologists have discovered that our minds are ruled by two different systems–the rational mind and the emotional mind–that compete for control. the rational mind wants a great beach body; the emotional mind wants that oreo cookie. the rational mind wants to change something at work; the emotional mind loves the comfort of the existing routine. this tension can doom a change effort–but if it is overcome, change can come quickly. switch shows that successful changes follow a pattern, a pattern you can use to make the changes that matter to you, whether your interest is in changing the world or changing your waistline. table of contents: * three suprises about change * find the bright spots * script the critical moves * point to the destination * find the feeling * shrink the change * grow your people * tweak the environment * build habits * rally the herd * keep the switch going * how to make a switch * overcoming obstacles * next steps.

Change is hard, but learning more about it doesn't have to be boring. the change book: change the way you think about change helps you get smart on change management without the pain. it addresses framing your change, leadership, resistance, culture, communication and more. flip it open to any page and you'll find powerful, concise, and easy advice from battle-tested practitioners. why aren't your communication efforts working? the book addresses common pitfalls, like waiting too long, delivering "bad" news and hitting people with the wrong kinds of information. how many people should you involve in your new effort? there's advice on engaging the masses and there are real stories of organizations who harnessed the power of their people. what should you do about those who resist? do you have to turn all of them into supporters? read about finding the people in your "sweet spot" and focusing on them. how will you keep people excited and engaged? the book offers tips for getting buy-in and maintaining momentum.

Shortlisted: cmi management book of the year awards 2017 – management futures category using ground-breaking modelling, big change, best path brings unique insights to the dynamics and process of organizational change, understanding success and failure, defining and describing the drivers and conditions of change, and the patterns and paths of organizational change. author warren parry from accenture strategy shows that a whole new way of managing change is possible, from empirical benchmarking, predictive approaches that highlight the specific actions needed at any point of a change programme, and visualization for senior managers to show how each part of an organization is responding. the author also challenges many of the myths of change management and the dynamics of how organizations respond to change, clearly showing the common pitfalls and misunderstandings. big change, best path explains a new, more analytical way and process for driving successful change, and presents a ground-breaking vision for the future of how organizations can become more agile and resilient.

Do you want to know what it takes to make change and create solutions? discover the model to meet the unprecedented challenges unique to the decade ahead and make a remarkable impact on people's lives. – to overcome the radically different challenges of inequity, division, and scarcity of resources that will only increase in the future, the most successful and valuable leaders are those with the traits to be rebuilders. – as the founding president of social venture partners international, a global network of social innovators, entrepreneurs, philanthropists and more, paul shoemaker is here to connect you to the people, ideas, and organizations that matter. – shoemaker profiles 38 rock star rebuilders so you have a model to follow, including peter drucker award winner rosanne haggerty, whose goal is to end chronic homelessness; trish millines, who has changed lives for kids of color in high tech; and david risher, whose cross-sector approach is helping solve global illiteracy. – page by page, the common elements rebuilders utilize to make a remarkable impact on some or our most complex problems are highlighted as you: learn the 5 vital traits change leaders use to solve big problems. – gain new perspective from relevant research, data, leadership lessons, and 3 case studies that illuminate the path ahead. – meet the leaders setting the standard for social change impact, all shared in shoemaker's signature storytelling style. – taking charge of change is written for anyone seeking to be the driver of real change and an integral part of rebuilding the structures and foundations of american communities and companies throughout the decade ahead.

The business world is constantly transforming. when restructures, mergers, bankruptcies, and layoffs hit the workplace, employees and managers naturally find the resulting situational shifts to be challenging. but the psychological transitions that accompany them are even more stressful. organizational transitions affect people; it is always people, rather than a company, who have to embrace a new situation and carry out the corresponding change. as veteran business consultant william bridges explains, transition is successful when employees have a purpose, a plan, and a part to play. this indispensable guide is now updated to reflect the challenges of today's ever-changing, always-on, and globally connected workplaces. directed at managers on all rungs of the corporate ladder, this expanded edition of the classic bestseller provides practical, step-by-step strategies for minimizing disruptions and navigating uncertain times.

But, says michael fullanan internationally acclaimed authority on organizational changewe have an increasing understanding of how to tackle complex change. this involves developing a new kind of leader: one who recognizes what is needed to bring about deep and lasting changes in living systems at all levels. in his previous best-selling books the six secrets of change, leading in a culture of change, and turnaround leadership, michael fullan examined the concepts and processes of change. in change leader he turns his focus to the core practices of leadership that are so vital for leading in today's complex world. he reveals seven core practices for today's leaders, all of which appear to be deceptively simple but actually get to the essence of what differentiates a powerful leader from one who is merely competent: practice drives theory be resolute motivate the masses collaborate to compete learn confidently know your impact sustain simplexity throughout the book fullan argues that powerful leaders have built bedrocks of credibility, have learned how to identify the few things that matter most, and know how to leverage their skills in ways that benefit their entire organization. the author shows leaders how to avoid policies and strategies that focus on shallow and short-term goals and develop leadership skills for long-term success. with a wealth of illustrative examples from business, education, nonprofit, and government sectors change leader provides a much-needed leadership guide for today's turbulent climate.

Change is now so commonplace that people no longer talk in terms of the "whitewater epoch". every sector of the economies of the developed world has experienced huge swathes of change in the last decade of the twentieth century alone. increased global competition, aided and abetted by technological advances, has led many organizations to seek to re-invent themselves in the hope of being able to survive and thrive. in mature sectors in particular, where the pace of consolidation is accelerating, organizations have had little option but to grow through acquisition or be absorbed. whether the change is labelled "continuous process improvement", "restructuring", "downsizing" or re-engineering", to employees, change usually brings with it added pressures, job insecurity and a consequent loss of commitment to the organization. understanding change: theory, implementation and success argues that strategic change in the new millennium will be geared increasingly to achieving sustainable high performance, rather than just short-term gains. most theorists now agree that the real challenge of change lies in gaining employees" willingness to commit to the change effort. change leaders at every level need to be able to understand the elements at work in any change process, and to use judgement about the style of leadership required to give the change effort the best chance of success. understanding change: theory, implementation and success provides an overview of change and organizational theory, leading in particular to the author"s definition of the "input" elements of the high performance organisation, based on extensive research into uk and international organisations. it also contains a section looking at the management of change, with case studies illustrating approaches to managing change which are conducive to achieving sustainable high performance. in her companion book, the high performance organization- creating dynamic stability, the author explores some of the "how to"s" of building an organizational culture which is supportive of high performance in today"s challenging environment.

Have you ever felt completely lost and overwhelmed by the changes you need to make? what if you could view change with anticipation and excitement instead of trepidation and resistance? in all about change: how to successfully make personal life changes, sarah carter will teach you how to turn change into an opportunity to get you closer to the ultimate vision of yourself. – this book will help you: develop the right mindset for handling change – define your core values to drive your change – set clear and effective goals for your change – identify the key people to support you through your change – and more… change is a skill. you can hone it (and become good at it!) so that every time an opportunity for change presents itself, you'll be ready to succeed. #takechargeofyourchange"this is the right book, at the right time, by the right author. from the first page to the last word, sarah exhibits a dynamic approach to coaching and personal growth that's sure to have an impact far and wide." through a variety of shared testimonies you will be challenged to incorporate thoughtful questions to help navigate your change journey." chris j. berry, coaching conversations

It is often claimed that 70% of organizational change efforts fail, despite the popularity of linear change models, such as kotter's 8-step model. the reason few change efforts succeed as intended is because they are based on two implicit assumptions: that the leader or leadership team will come up with a vision and then succeed in persuading the rest of the organization to follow, and that people will happily embrace change without being afforded the opportunity to make their own meaning of that change. leading change offers an alternative. it provides a framework for change that opens opportunities for people within the organization to play a significant role in the process. supported by academic research, and grounded with a range of examples and cases, the book offers a valuable approach to successful change management.