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As the circuit of change boosts its speed, control communication is becoming more important than ever. Because the original publication of Leading Out Loud in 1995, the introduction of a leader's message is becoming as critical to success as the delivery of this message. In this particular new and revised edition of his highly praised work, Terry Pearce explains how the occurrences of recent years, like the information revolution, worldwide give attention to terrorism, and the revelation of commercial scandals, have significantly increased the value of authenticity in control to build loyalty in organizations. This new edition focuses on the source of a message for change, its development as a program for control communication, and its own many forms of expression from speeches to e-mails, memos, and even casual "water cooler" talk. Pearce shows leaders in business, politics, and nonprofits how to communicate their worth and vision to inspire commitment; he provides tools and good examples from well-known leaders as well as less-known but effective change brokers. Leading Out Loud gives readers concrete methods for enhancing their own communication by guiding them to do the inner work essential for creating an honest and compelling vision, and by demonstrating how viewers will get their authentic words and articulate their announcements with confidence. People make commitments, says Pearce, to causes they value and also to people they respect and trust. An real words and an inclusive perspective are requisites for any leader who would motivate change. Trust is built by interacting from both the mind and the heart, speaking right to the minds and hearts of others, hearing their response, and respecting their tips of view. All leaders will reap the benefits of Pearce's intelligence, as will other people who would like to motivate positive change through others.
