What is clear at the onset of and throughout this book is the vast experience of the authors. Cotter and Hassler lay out a convincing and contextual process for any leader desiring to achieve the moniker of high performance. Their framework of alignment, accountability, an achievement-based attitude and adept leadership provide a clear and convincing pathway to organizational improvement. Not only is their research base and practical application sound, what jumps off of every page are the wisdom, experience and success that the authors possess. Read this book. These are leaders who know what they are talking about because they have done it and done it well.
– Dr. Steve Constantino, Nationally Recognized Speaker and Consultant, Author of “Engage Every Family: Five Simple Principles,” Chief Academic Officer, Department of Education, Commonwealth of Virginia.
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