Lead With Purpose
Reignite Passion and Engagement for Professionals in Crisis
by Roger A. Gerard

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In a work environment where micromanagement, devaluing of workers, and even bullying run rampant, it’s no wonder professionals today are more disengaged than ever. They do not feel their perspectives are being heard or their expertise valued, leading to a slow erosion of organizational culture, which only contributes to more disengagement. It’s a vicious circle, and it’s causing negative impacts on organizations of all kinds, from stifled innovation to costly turnover to loss of customer and social confidence. So, who is responsible for fixing it? The leaders, of course! With deep insights drawn from his 53-year career as a healthcare executive and leadership consultant, Dr. Roger A. Gerard explains how leaders can bring passion and drive back to their demotivated professionals using time-tested approaches such as: • Empathetic listening, with an expectation that their opinions will be influenced by their employees. • Respecting the autonomy of their professionals to follow their intuition. • Providing the tools, resources, and guidance professionals need to achieve their most ambitious dreams. As a leader, do you have the courage to confront the challenges in your organization—and the compassion to respect and recognize the professionals who work in it?

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“Loved this book! A great follow up to his last book, "Owning the Room!" Roger's writing is passionate and direct, and the key points in "Why are We Marginalizing Professionals" will have an immediate impact…awesome work!” - Andrew Cox, Chief of Staff to the CEO, Wellstar Health System “Roger writes, ‘We can talk all day long, but there is no progress unless it is met with listening.’ Our society has gotten so far from this!” - Heather Schaeffer, high school teacher “This book is a leadership call to action for creating a culture where professionals are listened to.” - Paul Macek, retired CEO “This book gets to the fundamentals of today’s professionals' needs, and practical ways to help meet those needs.” - Terri Newmier, PHR, SHRM-CP - Chief HR Officer. “Reading this book, I reflected on my own behaviors as a leader. The key question Roger addresses is this – are our employees feeling valued? If not, how can we make that happen?” - Jason Nate, School Principal “I loved reading this, and appreciate the focus on the leadership role in helping employees grow, through authenticity and compassion. This book will resonate with people!” - Michelle Volk, high school teacher

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Dr. Roger A. Gerard is the owner of Sloan & Gerard Consulting. In his 53-year career, he has served as an executive leader in the healthcare industry, including at ThedaCare and Northern Michigan Hospitals, and he has advised a range of organizations in his capacity as a consultant. A passionate advocate for organizational transformation, he specializes in strategic and operational planning, executive coaching, and process improvement using lean methodologies. Beyond his work in leadership coaching, he co-owns a photography and illustration business with his wife, Debra. Roger is also the author of Owning the Room and On the Mend¸ which won a Shingo Research and Publications award. He has four children and six grandchildren, and lives in Kimberly, Wisconsin, with his wife and dog. You can connect with him at www.sloangerard.com.

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