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Riding the Tiger: Leading Through Learning in Turbulent Times

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This ingenious book shares not only theory and concepts of leading through learning, but step-by-step practical survival actions to take when an organization is evolving through a crisis (riding a tiger). Insightful, smart, 'assimilate-able' information. Can't say enough about how much I learned from this shocking story and nothing-held-back knowledge shared by these inspired authors.

The book will provide you many lessons learned from the experiences of Satyam and other organizations of all kinds around the world. You'll receive insights and practical guidelines that can be implemented by leaders in any organization facing turmoil--and these days that includes most of us. The turmoil could be a result of significant change or lack of change affecting any part of the organization.
You will be encouraged to consider all the ways you will be able to apply its practical guidelines and advice to calm the chaos in your organization--making way for new creative energy, enhanced passion, and great success.
A must-read for managing in the turbulent times!

Good book at a great price - received quickly. I can't ask for more than that. Well done!

Having worked with Ed Cohen and Priscilla Nelson in both India and the US, I've come to know them as people with extremely high integrity and a passion for promoting excellence. Their book, Riding the Tiger, gives the reader a frontline view of the real-life turbulence in a global company and prescribes practical tips to navigate the waters of necessary change.

The book is a personal account of their experience of the unexpected and precipitous fall of Satyam Computer Services and how they dealt with the calamity to foster positive change. Particularly refreshing is their focus on treating people with respect and how they integrate the psychological ramifications of loss and change into the corporate world. I highly recommend their book.

Riding the Tiger: Leading Through Learning in Turbulent Times
by Ed Cohen, Priscilla Nelson
Recommended
"I read it. I lived it, and I recommend it. Ed and Priscilla have carefully and eloquently captured the essence of the betrayal of a Leader (Ramalinga Raju) to those who not only respected him personally but admired his professional leadership vision.

This book highlights for the reader those attributes and characteristics of "true" leaders - who benefitted from Raju's vision of "everyone is a leader" and the Satyam School of Leadership's meteoric rise in recognition (Ed Cohen's drive) that transcended the misplaced trust and actually provided the corner stones of a firms unparalleled successful survival.

Riding the Tiger: Leading Through Learning in Turbulent Times co-author Ed Cohen also wrote Leadership Without Borders: Successful Strategies from World-Class Leaders.

Here is what people have to say about Riding the Tiger by Ed Cohen and Priscilla Nelson

"I'm a huge fan of actionable checklists; they work. This book not only explains what to do for organizations in serious crisis, but the principles are equally valuable for every business in good times and bad times."

Jack Zenger, CEO, Zenger|Folkman
Co-author of best-selling The Extraordinary Leader and The Inspiring Leader

"To be faced with a crisis the magnitude of what Satyam dealt with and then one year later to be reborn and vibrant in a new avatar speaks volumes about the value of a strong leadership culture. This resilience is the result of years of painstakingly implemented leadership development strategies, which were spearheaded by teams led by Ed Cohen and in which Priscilla Nelson was also a highly influential senior leader. As a beneficiary of the leadership techniques covered in this book, I believe they are a must for all who aspire to succeed in today's world."

Venkatesh Roddam, Director, VenSat Tech India
Former CEO at Satyam BPO

"Rarely does a book come along that is as useful as Riding the Tiger. Ed and Priscilla have turned their turbulent experiences into a realistic how to guide for the rest of us. They show how to move from crisis to credibility of leadership; from pain to passion for the brand; and from scandal to renewed success. Using their practical experiences as a basis, they share action item lists, introduce a new vocabulary, suggest questions to ask, and present a plan to move boldly forward from chaos to confidence. This is not a book to be read, but one to put into action, especially when you are riding your own tiger."

Elaine Biech
Author of The Business of Consulting and Thriving Through Change

"A fascinating and practical look inside a company that was able to show us how to convert crisis and turmoil into hope and direction through it emphasis on building strong leaders and organizational capability."

Ed Betof, Ed.D. Senior Fellow
University of Pennsylvania's Program in Workplace Learning Leadership

"Priscilla and Ed have indeed `been there' and `done that.' Each chapter authentically delivers tips and advice that leaders can put into practice immediately. They give us the benefit of their hindsight and insight as they enable us to have more leadership foresight."

Beverly Kaye
Founder/CEO, Career Systems International
Co-author of Love `Em or Lose `Em: Getting Good People to Stay

"An amazing story and set of useful tools demonstrating the value of learning in times of crisis. While we don't seek the kind of challenge the authors faced, the `lights on' strategy is inspiration and instructive for all."

Kevin D. Wilde
VP Organization Effectiveness and Chief Learning Officer, General Mills
CLO magazine's 2007 Chief Learning Officer of the Year

"Riding the Tiger provides unique insights and perspectives on how to leverage leadership for maximum organizational value. This book is a real-world compelling account about the lessons learned from leading during crisis. The experiences and advice shared in this book are critical for business professionals in any industry."

Tamar Elkeles, Ph.D.
Vice President, Learning and Organization Development, Qualcomm

"Riding the Tiger is a unique book, and Ed and Priscilla are the perfect people to write it. Two authors with a life-long dedication to leadership and learning used all of their experience and skills to meet the ultimate
business challenge. It's a very exciting read with hundreds of practical tips."

Marty Seldman, Ph.D.
Author of Executive Stamina
Author of Wall Street Journal best-seller Survival of the Savvy

"Riding the Tiger is a terrific read for any leader who is challenged to navigate her organization through a time of turbulence. In the new age of the anti-heroes in this economy, Priscilla Nelson and Ed Cohen provide sensitive
insight and give practical steps to regain hope for the future. They are among the most inspiring leaders I've met. When you read this book, you will walk in the perceptive footsteps of remarkable leaders who help define tomorrow's business."

Barbara Singer Cheng
President & CEO, Executive Core

"I have had the privilege of working with Ed Cohen at Booz Allen Hamilton and both Ed and Priscilla at Satyam. They put tremendous energy, passion, and talent into learning and development. Riding the Tiger details their use of leading through learning at a point of crisis in Satyam. I recommend the lessons from this book not only for handling crisis in a corporation, but more importantly, handling the changes that all corporations have to deal with every year."

Bill Thoet
Senior Vice President
Booz Allen Hamilton

"While many books focus on successful organizations and winning moves, Riding the Tiger is a refreshing and masterful piece of work that distills lessons from the traumatic fall of a great enterprise. Few people in the
world have propounded on leadership and organizational improvement in a compelling and systematic way as Priscilla Nelson and Ed Cohen."

Tan Yinglan
Author, The Way Of The VC - Top Venture Capitalists On Your Board

"While presented in the context of extreme crisis, the insights and advice that Priscilla Nelson and Ed Cohen share are widely applicable. Accordingly, Riding the Tiger is a valuable resource for any leader looking to be
equally prepared for both unforeseen catastrophes as well as everyday hurdles."

Michael Rosenthal, CEO. Consensus Group

"A smooth sea never makes a good sailor. Turbulence is essential to build character and strengthen resolve. Every organization and individual will have their moments of riding the tiger. Leading with a clear focus and with
integrity is essential to adequately manage these choppy times. Reading this book was enriching, educating, and entertaining. A must-read for every business leader."

Mukesh Aghi Ph.D.. Chairman & CEO
Steria India