"If you manage anything of importance—from a company to functional area—read this book, and share it with your team. You’ll dog ear plenty of pages, and blow away your previous performance."
--Steve Wigginton, executive vice president, Neoforma, Inc.

"The authors write with authority and experience that works well to convince readers they have valuable information to convey. Their advice is specific, concrete and compelling, and the book provides many useful exercises."
--Amy Edmondson, professor, Harvard Business School

"Reader friendly and action packed.  An excellent investment in your organization’s future success."
--Graham Tillotson, group executive vice president, The Delfield Group/Enodis

"This book is required reading for leaders at all levels within your organization. Crisp, concise, and practical, Hughes and Beatty have provided a roadmap that will enhance both effectiveness an sustainable competitive advantage."
--Jon Abeles, senior vice president, Catholic Healthcare Partners

"A refreshing addition to the writings on strategic leadership… it suggests, in immediate practical ways, how each organization member can become more engaged and more influential in developing the strategy that will shape their organization’s future."
--David Campbell, Smith Richardson Senior Fellow, Center for Creative Leadership