Reviews
David Satcher, 16th Surgeon General of the United States - May 19, 2010
"As former Surgeon General of the United States and the Director of the Satcher Health Leadership Institute, I can attest to the importance of leadership qualities to address the mental health needs of children and youth in America. This book provides valuable insights, real-world examples, and practical tools, and is an excellent resource for all leaders in the field."
A. Kathryn Power, Director, Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - May 19, 2010
"Developing leaders is critical to the transformation of mental health care systems and particularly important to improving the lives of children, youth, and families in America. Leaders make decisions, guide practice, inform peers, galvanize change, and promote quality. As an eternal student of leadership, I have studied multiple strategies, tactics, tasks, and competencies of leadership. This book is an outstanding resource to anyone interested in becoming a champion in the field."
Kathryn Shea, President & CEO, The Florida Center for Child and Family Development; Georgetown University Leadership Academy Graduate - May 19, 2010
"Nothing short of inspiring, brilliant, passionate, and mobilizing . . . the perfect how-to book for anyone who wants to improve their leadership abilities. We in the non-profit world have been waiting for this book for a very long time."
Linda Roebuck, CEO, New Mexico Behavioral Health Collaborative; Georgetown University Leadership Academy Graduate - May 19, 2010
"Inspirational and practical . . . describes the art and the science of leadership. While written for emerging leaders, it is a valuable tool for experienced leaders as well. This book is for everyone who aspires to or finds themselves in a leadership role."
Gwen Palmer, National Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health; Georgetown University Leadership Academy Graduate - May 19, 2010
"Whether you're a new leader or a more seasoned one, this book will get you motivated to try a new way of thinking about leadership! You will be encouraged . . . to step into your power as a visionary to lead others. I highly recommend!"
Lenora Reid-Rose, Director, Cultural Competence and Diversity Initiatives; Georgetown University Leadership Academy Graduate - May 19, 2010
"Incredibly valuable . . . the material is presented in a manner that is easy to use and allows for learning, no matter your position or status. An excellent resource that can help leaders assess, plan, and recast the direction of services for children and their families."
Mario Hernandez, Professor and Chair, Department of Child and Family Studies, Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute, University of South Florida; Georgetown University Leadership Academy Graduate - May 19, 2010
"Attends to the necessary ingredient that I believe is associated with the success of local systems of care. I recommend this book to anyone who dreams of leading community transformations aimed at improving the lives of children."
Matt Wojack, Project Director, System of Care Initiative, Impact-Ingham County, Michigan; Georgetown University Leadership Academy Graduate - May 19, 2010
"Leadership bridges the values and philosophy of systems of care with on-the-ground pragmatism. I appreciate The Leadership Equation as a valuable new support for the wide range of potential leaders in communities like ours."