Adaptive Leadership
Mastering the Art of Follower-Focused Influence
The most effective leaders are not those who command from above, but those who serve from within. Blending sound leadership principles with practical, hands-on tools, the book reveals the power of a compelling mission that inspires followers to give their best, and introduces five different follower types—novice, capable, mature, alienated, and apathetic—and provides clear guidance on the most effective leadership approach for each. Readers will learn how to diagnose follower needs, adapt their leadership style, and create an environment where every follower can grow and thrive.
Whether you are a new manager, seasoned executive, or entrepreneur, this book offers a proven framework for leading with humility, adaptability, and impact.
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What Others Are Saying
For more than two decades, Matt Hennecke has been a trusted coach and mentor to me. His adaptive leadership and followership principles have profoundly shaped my growth as a healthcare executive and, just as importantly, as a parent and community leader. This book is a powerful resource for professionals at every level, from first-time leaders to the C suite.
- Jason Zachariah, President and COO, Lifepoint Health
Adaptive Leadership provides a truly practical framework that resonates with organizations and the real challenges leaders face today. The book distills years of real world consulting and teaching into tools that are accessible, grounded, and immediately useful to leaders at every level.
- Jennifer Steele Viti, Partner SuccessMap Consulting Group, Bradford Ontario, Canada
This is fantastic material. I've been through numerous leadership courses at work, from consulting firms, in business school and the MBA program….Your material is definitely the most useful construct for practical leadership I've seen. I know it has made me a better leader.
- Wyatt Taylor, Director Customer Success, Amperon (an energy forcasting company)
...the contents and insights are practical and can easily be applied in everyday life. The way it is presented will allow any leader or follower to understand how to have better relationships with supervisors and employees.
- David McCoy, President, DNM Coaching & Consulting
Matt has written a book that speaks to the heart of what leadership is truly about. The book reminds us that leading is not about control or position. It is about clarity of purpose, genuine care for people, and the courage to set the example. Matt challenges each of us to become the kind of leader we once hoped for, and that message could not be more timely.
- Wayne Mackey, Chief Human Resources Officer, Vibra Healthcare
About the Author
Matt Hennecke is the CEO and owner of LeadingWave Consulting. He has provided organizational and leadership development consulting services for Motorola, McDonald’s. T. Rowe Price, ABN AMRO, Baptist Health, and many other large and small companies. His publications include:
“Achieving Organizational Excellence: Thriving in Unpredictable Times,” ASTD Online, September 2010.
“Toward the Change-Sensitive Organization,” Training Magazine, (Vol. 28, No. 5) pp. 54-59.
“The People Side of Strategic Planning,” Training Magazine, (Vol. 21, No. 11) pp. 24-32.
“Mentors and Protégés: Building Relationships that Work,” Training Magazine, (Vol. 20, No. 7) pp. 36-41.
“What Corporate Culture Suits Your Career Goals?” National Business Employment Weekly, published by The Wall Street Journal, April 17, 1988.