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ABBY’S QUEST
A Leader’s Journey into Fable, Reflection, Insight, and Adaptation
There has always been a need for authentic leadership, yet now seems a critical time for new leaders to come forth. Looking at ourselves, organizations, and communities (local, national, and global), we can quickly see where leadership is lacking or absent altogether. We have opportunities to also identify where leadership is meaningful and courageous! Some of the ingrained notions about leadership are not enough by themselves. In fact, fixed leadership can be dangerous. Leadership is no longer an individual endeavor. The challenges we all face require us to each lead and to lead differently.
The mythical land of Silvan, scarred and beautiful, populated by heroes and villains, provides a backdrop for a young leader to identify and apply her leadership skills. Abby has the opportunity for a new and critical leadership position, but realizes she is not ready for the task. She decides to undertake a journey, a quest, to learn about being a leader. On her travels, Abby sees leaders succeed and fail. She realizes that with leadership there are a number of key components, but no magic solution. As Abby discovers, we become better leaders through ongoing self-awareness, trial, practice, and adaptation.
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About the Author
Chuck Powell is the CEO for Encompassing Leadership Associates, specializing in leadership development, executive and life coaching, organizational development, and healthcare consulting services. Chuck has served as a Caregiver, an Air Force Officer, and a Healthcare Executive. His focus is now on coaching, consulting, teaching, and writing. Chuck holds a PhD in Leadership and Change from Antioch University. His dissertation highlighted the mutually enhancing relationship between common purpose and leadership. Chuck also has Master’s Degrees in Healthcare Administration and Education with a concentration in Counseling. His Bachelor’s Degree is in Business Management. He is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) from the International Coach Federation (ICF). Chuck co-founded a Leadership Academy that is now in its 14th year with over 140 graduates comprised of physicians, administrators, researchers, nurses, and technologists. He holds faculty appointments at Emory University and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine where he teaches graduate courses on organizational development, leadership, and change management. His just published book, Abby’s Quest, is about an emerging leader’s discovery of self, approach, and purpose. Chuck’s favorite moment is when a coaching client or student speaks of their experience as “life changing.” He is passionate about helping others (individuals and groups) maximize potential and achieve their highest aspirations. He also seeks opportunities to improve care, enhance service, and assist in ridding the world of nuclear weapons.
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