The Philosophic Consultant Revolutionizing Organizations with Ideas [Paperback]

In The Philosophic Consultant, acclaimed business consultant, philosopher, and author Peter Koestenbaum links deep insights of philosophy with practical business issues. Throughout this one-of-a-kind resource, Koestenbaum shows consultants and human resource practitioners how they can foster philosophical leadership within their organizations to positively affect the business environment. The book promises tangible results-- credibility, trust, and thoughtful attention-- and demonstrates how to apply philosophy, share knowledge with others, and use this newfound thoughtfulness to achieve bottom-line results.List of Figures, Tables, and Exhibits.

Foreword by Warren Bennis.

Acknowledgments.

Part 1: Context.

Chapter 1: Introduction.

Heroic Leadership.

Audience.

How This Book Is Organized.

Chapter 2: Your Heroic Journey.

Starting Off.

Becoming Unstuck.

Transformation.

Raising the Questions.

Addressing the Questions.

The Two Worlds of Leadership.

Eight Steps to Apply Philosophic Insight to the Real World.

Part 2: The Diamond at a Glance.

Chapter 3 The Change Agent's Diamond.

The Diamond in Full.

Putting It All Together.

Activity.

Chapter 4: The Diamond at Work.

Managing Today's Alienation in the Workplace.

Using the Diamond in the Real World.

Business Applications Example I.

Images of the Leadership Mind.

In Sum.

Business Applications Example II.

Activities.

Chapter 5: Secrets of Implementation.

The Language of LeadershilÃ"