“A modern masterclass in a single volume, ATD’s Leadership Handbook is an indispensable resource for current leaders and those dedicated to shaping the visionaries of tomorrow.”—Chris Ernst, Chief Learning Officer, Workday“This book is absolutely stuffed to the gills with essential insights from hall of fame thinkers on leadership.”—Michael Bungay Stanier, Bestselling Author, The Coaching Habit“Elaine Biech knows who the leaders are and has convinced them to share their wisdom. Now, she’s put it all together in a book that tells the story of leadership from every angle. This handbook will show you what you need to know to be the leader the world needs right now!”—Christie Ward, CSP, Owner and Leadership Facilitator, The Impact Institute“Prepare your organization’s leaders for the future with ATD’s Leadership Handbook. Guided by the experienced editorial hand of Elaine Biech, this handbook offers content that is both practical and empowering. It is a functional blueprint for organizations committed to ensuring stellar leaders.”—Bill Nelson, Vice President, Architectural Graphics“ATD’s Leadership Handbook is the best resource for all leaders—from CEOs to first-time leaders—that I have been privileged to read in 50 years of study. The six sections and dozens of brilliant authors cover everything you need to learn, reflect on, and then use to lift others on their journeys.”—VADM Ret. John R. Ryan, Former CEO, Center for Creative Leadership“ATD and Elaine Biech have done an exceptional job curating the voices and wisdom of 65 brilliant thought leaders to create a unique combination of comprehensive research and practical frameworks that practitioners and leaders can immediately apply.”—Howard Farfel, CEO, TalentSmartEQ“If you’ve ever wished you could get the world’s greatest leadership minds in one room for a weekend, here’s your chance! This handbook does more than just gather big names. It tackles the real, messy stuff we’re all dealing with right now—from leading through AI and constant disruption to the quiet, essential work of building trust and psychological safety.”—Diane Elkins, Co-Founder, Artisan Learning“This collection of leadership talent and their keen perspectives on what makes things tick, is a resource worth spending time with. My favorite sections are ‘Attributes of Effective Leaders’ and ‘Developing Effective Leaders,’ because leaders must mentor those who will emerge as the next generation of leadership.”—RADM Ret. JB Godwin III, President and CEO, Mercy Medical Angels“Elaine Biech has assembled an extraordinary group of leadership experts to share what truly works. The result is a practical, insightful handbook that both leaders, and those responsible for developing them, will return to again and again.”—Jeff Hayes, Vistage Chair, Former CEO, The Myers-Briggs Company“Leadership development professionals are constantly searching for resources that combine credible research with real-world application. With contributions from 65 experts across 43 chapters, ATD’s Leadership Handbook captures the depth, diversity, and evolution of modern leadership and offers proven frameworks, actionable tools, and fresh perspectives. This is a powerful resource for anyone committed to elevating leadership in their organization.”—Kevin Oakes, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Institute for Corporate Productivity“ATD’s Leadership Handbook is a must-have for anyone wanting to become a better, more conscious leader. The 43 chapters address competencies, attributes, developing others, and creating a superior workforce to increase overall productivity.”—Joe Trueblood, CEO, Amplify Growth“Prepare your organization’s leaders for the future with ATD’s Leadership Handbook. The content of this handbook is practical and empowering. It offers a functional blueprint for organizations committed to ensuring the development of stellar leaders.”—Kevin Cope, CEO, Acumen Learning; Bestselling Author, Seeing the Big Picture“Whether you’re stepping into a leadership role for the first time or decades in, this is the handbook you’ll return to repeatedly. Elaine gathered 45 respected voices in our field to contribute deep expertise, creating an indispensable resource for anyone navigating modern leadership realities. It’s a must-have for your bookshelf!”—Cindy Huggett, CPTD, Author, The Virtual Training Guidebook“ATD’s Leadership Handbook bridges the gap between leadership theory and real-world practice, offering practical insights from experienced practitioners and thought leaders. It’s a valuable, accessible resource for both leaders and the professionals responsible for developing them.”—Karl M. Kapp, EdD, Professor of Instructional Design and Technology, Commonwealth University; Author, Action-First Learning“ATD’s Leadership Handbook is a comprehensive guide for leaders of today and the years ahead. Two sections will be extremely useful to the leaders I work with. ‘Exceptional Leaders Create Superior Workforces’ presents a reminder that leadership doesn’t happen in a vacuum. ‘Contemporary Leadership Challenges’ offers forward-thinking insights and guidance to all leaders.”—Mona Gillis Edwards, Executive Coach, Lift Coaching; Member, Board of Governors, Center for Creative Leadership“ATD’s Leadership Handbook is an extraordinary resource. With Elaine Biech’s deep connections across the leadership development community, it’s no surprise that this handbook brings together such an extraordinary group of contributors.”—William J. Rothwell, PhD, CPTD Fellow, President, Rothwell and Associates“ATD and Elaine Biech have assembled an extraordinary lineup of thinkers who don't just talk about leadership—they've spent careers building it. The result is a handbook that's as useful for the leader in the chair as it is for the person designing their development.”—Dean M. Becker, Managing Director, Adaptive“This handbook is a modern compass for leaders navigating uncharted terrain—where intention, not instinct, sets the course. Drawing on the wisdom of today’s foremost voices, it stands as both a field guide and a north star for leading with purpose in a time that demands nothing less.”—Mary McGlynn, Founder, Power Speaking“Whatever you think you know about leadership, think again. ATD’s Leadership Handbook delivers comprehensive, inspiring, and pragmatic leadership guidance for today’s world, which brazenly challenges leadership—and yet needs it more than ever.”—Michael W. Allen, PhD, Author, Rethinking eLearning
