Conquering Adversity - Softcover

A leadership consultant and former HR executive emerged from the devastating death of his pregnant wife to create a well-crafted strategy for dealing with trauma at home and at work. His six strategies--affirmation, expectation, communication, locomotion, collaboration, and celebration--are explained in the context of how the author and his son dealt with their loss. Applying these personal lessons to an organizational context at first comes across as a stretch, but the result is effective in both realms--a softly told lesson about keeping your balance that sounds human, credible, and achievable for anyone who wants a more emotionally integrated and fulfilling life. T.W. © AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

A how to on converting the realities of adversity to a source of personal leadership. -- Neil Strodel, Chief Human Resources Officer, Syracuse University

Absolutely amazing. Personally imspiring and professionally motivating. I am ordering a copy for everyone in my region. -- Karen Walser, Adecco RVP

Thought providing, inspiring. When adversity strikes, Novak's book gives us the tools to get back on track. -- William J. Warren, CEO, Bleakley, Cypher, Parent, Warren & Quinn