John P. KotterNever underestimate the power of the mind to disempower. ✨ John P. Kotter, Dan Cohen (2015). Successful Organizational Change: The Kotter-Cohen Collection (2 Books), p.110, … ▶374PoliticsReadingThought
John P. KotterMotivation and inspiration energize people, not by pushing them in the right direction as control mechanisms do but by satisfying basic human needs for achievement, a sense of bel… ▶374HumanityLifePolitics
John P. KotterWe know that leadership is very much related to change. As the pace of change accelerates, there is naturally a greater need for effective leadership.365Time
John P. KotterLeaders establish the vision for the future and set the strategy for getting there; they cause change. They motivate and inspire others to go in the right direction and they, alon… ▶366HopeTime
John P. KotterAnyone in a large organization who thinks major change is impossible should probably get out. ✨ John P. Kotter (2008). The New Rules, p.187, Simon and Schuster311Thought
John P. KotterTradition is a very powerful force.377Politics
John P. KotterCommercial organisations that operate responsibly have benefitted by increased revenues of 682% compared to 166% for those that don't322Philosophy
John P. KotterAnalytical tools have their limitations in a turbulent world. These tools work best when parameters are known, assumptions are minimal, and the future is not fuzzy. ✨ John P… ▶358HopeHumanityLife
John P. KotterA leader needs enough understanding to fashion an intelligent strategy.303Philosophy
John P. KotterNo vision issue today is bigger than the question of efficiency versus some combination of innovation and customer service. ✨ John P. Kotter, Dan Cohen (2013). The Heart of … ▶359HumanityLifeLove
John P. KotterGood communication does not mean that you have to speak in perfectly formed sentences and paragraphs. It isn't about slickness. Simple and clear go a long way.316Thought
John P. KotterOne of the most powerful forms of information is feedback on our own actions. ✨ John P. Kotter, Dan Cohen (2015). Successful Organizational Change: The Kotter-Cohen Collecti… ▶305PoliticsReading
John P. KotterPeople change what they do less because they are given an analysis that shifts their thinking than because they are shown a truth that influences their feelings. ✨ John P. K… ▶316HumanityLifeLove
John P. KotterThe rate of change is not going to slow down anytime soon. If anything, competition in most industries will probably speed up even more in the next few decades.251Time
John P. KotterThe heart of change is in the emotions. ✨ The Heart of Change: Real-Life Stories of How People Change Their Organizations. Book by John P. Kotter and Dan S. Cohen, August 1,… ▶296HumanityLifeLove
John P. KotterOutsiders have the intuitive ability to continually view problems in fresh ways and to identify ineffective practices and traditions.308Humor
John P. KotterComplacency is almost always the product of success or perceived success ✨ John P. Kotter (2013). A Sense of Urgency, p.20, Harvard Business Press309Philosophy
John P. KotterWhat's really driving the boom in coaching, is this: as we move from 30 miles an hour to 70 to 120 to 180......as we go from driving straight down the road to making right turns a… ▶221Humanity
John P. KotterOne of the most common ways to overcome resistance to change is to educate people about it beforehand. Communication of ideas helps people see the need for and the logic of a chan… ▶255HumanityThoughtTime
John P. KotterLeadership defines what the future should look like, aligns people with that vision, and inspires them to make it happen despite the obstacles. ✨ John P. Kotter, John J. Gab… ▶223HopeHumanityReading
John P. KotterNever underestimate the power of a good story. ✨ John P. Kotter, Dan Cohen (2013). The Heart of Change: Real-Life Stories of How People Change Their Organizations, p.68, Har… ▶212HumanityLifeLove
John P. KotterBecause management deals mostly with the status quo and leadership deals mostly with change, in the next century we are going to have to try to become much more skilled at creatin… ▶256Hope
John P. KotterOver the years I have become convinced that we learn best - and change - from hearing stories that strike a chord within us ... Those in leadership positions who fail to grasp or … ▶181Politics
John P. KotterLeaders establish the vision for the future and set the strategy for getting there.203HopeTime
John P. KotterValued achievements connect to people at a deeper level—and a deeper level can change behavior that is generally very difficult to change. ✨ John P. Kotter, Dan Cohen (2013)… ▶236HumanityLifeLove
John P. KotterPeople are more inclined to be drawn in if their leader has a compelling vision. Great leaders help people get in touch with their own aspirations and then will help them forge th… ▶193Humanity
John P. KotterOvercoming complacency is crucial at the start of any change process, and it often requires a little bit of surprise, something that grabs attention at more than an intellectual l… ▶226Humanity
John P. KotterIn terms of getting people to experiment more and take more risk, there are at least three things that immediately come to my mind. Number one, of course, is role-modeling it your… ▶161HumanityThoughtTruth
John P. KotterGreat leadership does not mean running away from reality. Sometimes the hard truths might just demoralize the company, but at other times sharing difficulties can inspire people t… ▶184HumanityTimeTruth
John P. KotterEffective leaders help others to understand the necessity of change and to accept a common vision of the desired outcome.174Death
