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A Conversation with John H. Zenger: Leadership and Change
The Organization Development Journal (2005)
  • Susan R. Madsen, Utah Valley University
  • Janice Gygi, Utah Valley University
Abstract
In an interview, John H. Zenger, CEO of Zenger-Folkman, talked about leadership and change setting. He discussed the background of organizational development (OD), his early and continued involvement in the field, specific OD interests and passions, and the link between OD and leadership. He described his work and presented a model of leadership that was illustrated as a tent with five poles representing the competencies that separate extraordinary leaders from others. In addition, he stressed the importance of results as well as attributes. He also emphasized the value of change in an organization and said that extraordinary leaders must not only lead change but also provide an environment and culture whereby organizations can engage in continuous change and improvement.
Keywords
  • Leadership,
  • Change,
  • Zenger
Publication Date
2005
Citation Information
Susan R. Madsen and Janice Gygi. "A Conversation with John H. Zenger: Leadership and Change" The Organization Development Journal Vol. 23 Iss. 3 (2005)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/susan_madsen/22/