Mavericks

"Mavericks drive progress and the world needs many more - this book shows why." * Sir James Dyson *
"I love everything about this book. The world needs more Mavericks!" * Julia Hobsbawm, Founder, Editorial Intelligence *
"Release your inner Maverick - this ground-breaking book gives everyone a manual for how to make a difference at work and in society." * James Purnell, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of the Arts London *
"Mavericks is a very different take on the type of leadership we need if we are going to tackle the monumental challenges we face. It is one I recognize and heartily endorse. The book is a refreshing, exhilarating read whether you want to use it for personal inspiration or to assess the world in which you operate on a day-to-day basis. It is also practical and gives you the tools to nurture your own inner Maverick, or those of the people around you." * Gary Lubner, CEO, Belron International *
"Reading this delightful and incisive book, I recalled a line Henry David Thoreau wrote in Walden: "If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away." All of us are capable of being Mavericks - those who see a gap between what is and what could be. The five characteristics of Mavericks herein are profound, a guiding light you can refer to over and over to avoid fatalism. By fusing all five of these traits, you will transform into an effective rebel with a cause, contributing to a flourishing life for all." * Ronald J Baker, Host, The Soul of Enterprise Podcast, Founder, Verasage Institute and Bestselling author of 'Implementing Value Pricing' *
"Mavericks is an optimistic book about how we can do better. When something is wrong and we don't stand up for improvement, we fail ourselves and everyone. This book shows how Maverick leaders who are "normal" people (like us) use their belief, determination and courage to ameliorate the world; it also discusses creating an environment for such change. Much needed right now; no other book challenges us like this, for the good of all." * Diana Ambache, Founder, Ambache Charitable Trust and pioneer of The Revival of Classical Music by Women *
"This book is truly liberating! Armed with a Maverick mindset, ordinary people can become inspirational leaders. Packed full of practical examples, this is a ground-breaking toolkit that awakens the characteristics within, so you can become an inspirational and Maverick leader. Mavericks gives you the inspiration to say "I can" and the confidence to say "I will". Bravo!" * Jez Groom, Founder, CEO, Cowry Consulting *
"I was declared a Maverick in the mid-nineties in the brand new (read charmless, uncomfortable and desperately boring) boardroom of a multinational corporation. That day, my boss used this term to qualify my contribution to the collective efforts of our European board. Twenty-five years of Maverick-ability later, I know that this is not a title of glory, nor an actual job title but a desperate attempt by many executives to escape the status quo and corporate nonsense. A Maverick attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. Society and organizations are suffering from a huge appetite for conformity and a subsequent lack of "fantaisie". Make your voice heard and join the Mavericks club, it's never too late." * Christophe Gillet, Programme Director, CEDEP and former Director of Business Innovation, Sony Business Europe *
"With Mavericks, Lewis, Goddard, and Batcheller-Adams have identified the essence of entrepreneurship. They demonstrate that innovation and creativity can occur anywhere so long as one person remains, as they put it, "undeterred in the face of ridicule, resistance and outright hostility". The book itself creates a movement, just like the Maverick leaders identified therein. I hope to join this movement and change our world for the better." * Ed Kless, Host, Sage Thought Leadership Podcast and Co-Host, The Soul of Enterprise Podcast *