Courage to Lead (ICA series) [Paperback]

R. Brian Stanfield (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2000 | Series: ICA series

The complexity of our world can paralyze even the most committed individuals in their efforts to bring about social change. But being an agent of change does not mean we have to start a revolution-it can be done in small ways, wherever and whenever.

The Courage to Lead provides a matrix for examining one's relationship to life, self, the world, and society in order to become effective leaders. Filled with amusing and moving anecdotes, this empowering work will appeal to all seeking a better understanding of social change pioneering.

R. Brian Stanfield is the Director of Research at The Canadian Institute of Cultural Affairs and the author of The Art of Focused Conversation (New Society Publishers). He lives in Toronto, Ontario.

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About the Author

Produced by the Institute for Cultural Affairs (ICA) in Canada, the book was edited by R Brian Stanfield, its Director of Publications. A non-profit with a presence in 48 countries, the ICA has worked for 45 years in organisational development, adult and child education, community development, and methods of social change.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: New Society Publishers (November 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0865714258
• ISBN-13: 978-0865714250
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #766,615 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enhanced throughout with funny, inspiring anecdotes, April 4, 2001

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This review is from: Courage to Lead (ICA series) (Paperback)

Brian Stanfield challenges his readers in The Courage To Lead: Transform Self, Transform Society. He advocates that men and women take charge of their own internal quest for meaning in life and to move without paralysis by acting powerfully wherever they are. Stanfield asserts that "leadership" begins wherever we are, at home, at work, at a community meeting, or a simple conversation anytime, anywhere, with anyone. The key to changing society is to begin by changing oneself. Very ably written and as practical as it is inspirational, The Courage To Lead is enhanced throughout with funny, inspiring anecdotes and is very highly recommended reading for anyone seeking a better understanding of the mechanics and processes of effective self-induced, grassroots, social change pioneering.