JoanneIrving 5 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 I have been talking to people about my book and want to sharpen the message about its' concept. The current title is : Stay Centered; Lead and Live with Agility. How to produce better business outcomes and improve the quality of life for yourself and everyone around you. I am concerned that "centered" is too woo-woo a term and "agility" is over used as well as having a different connotation than I mean in the IT world. I want to convey the idea that the best leaders must have equanimity and be nimble;. that these qualities enable them to produce stellar business outcomes as well a desirable quality of life for themselves and those around them. What do you think about Gyroscopic Leadership? too weird or obscure? how to include the life part? Thanks for your feedback and ideas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Praveen 101 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 Lead and Live With Composed Agility Why the best leaders have equanimity while being nimble Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shlomo Swidler 51 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 The Leadership Tango: How being centered, balanced, and in touch with others drives profitable relationships and businesses. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanneIrving 5 Report post Posted February 23, 2018 So funny you would say that, Shlomo. I actually was thinking about the tango analogy, but worried that someone who doesn't understand the dance might not get it. Think those execs would be interested in learning? They should be! Praveen, as always, pithy. What do you think about the use/over use of "agility" and its' meaning in the IT world? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Praveen 101 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 I think that, from the book's context, it won't be confused with the IT meaning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeffreyScott 45 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 Jody, Yay for you, I am psyched for you that you are writing a book. Please take this with well meaning, I find your title to be too plain jane and not compelling (Do I want to read a book that tells me to Stay Centered?). I love the unique and interesting nature of Shlomo's title. Also, is it about being centered? or finding balance in an off-centered world? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanneIrving 5 Report post Posted February 24, 2018 I appreciate the feedback, Jeffrey. Although I feel a bit vulnerable putting it out hete, I want honest opinions, not flattery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jkarrh1 1 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 Joanne: First and foremost, congratulations on getting to this point. How about something that's aspirational and easy to remember, such as "The Lively Leader: How the Best Stay Nimble to Improve Results for Everyone" ? I took the easy route and looked for synonyms for "agile," something that might roll off the tongue and look good on a cover! And in the spirit of our community...if it's a lousy idea that doesn't fit you, then you may joyfully ignore it. Good luck! Jim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanneIrving 5 Report post Posted March 3, 2018 Thanks so much, Jim. I think I can definitely use aspects of that idea. Really helpful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
