Lawrence presents students, academics, researchers, business professionals, and organizational leaders with a practical framework for successful organizational change. The author presents his case for effective organizational change leadership in five parts, focused on reflective dialogue in action, leadership perspective, purpose, and identity, power and politics, common themes in organizational change, and application of leadership techniques. Throughout the text, Lawrence supports his assertions with academic research, real-world examples, and case studies, advocating for a genuine, viable alternative to existing change management approaches. Paul Lawrence is an internationally recognized expert in organizational development. He is currently the Co-Director of the Centre for Systemic Change in Sydney, Australia. Annotation ©2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)