CREATING THE THIRD MIND: HOW GREAT LEADERS MAKE DECISIONS

In today’s world of relentless change and polarized opinions, leadership is more challenging—and more critical—than ever. Creating the Third Mind offers a transformative new approach to leadership that breaks through conflict, confusion, and control-based decision-making. This book is a practical and powerful guide for leaders who want to inspire trust, foster deep understanding, and unlock creative solutions in the most complex environments. Drawing on decades of experience coaching executives, facilitating global peacebuilding efforts, and leading organizational transformation, Vivan Christman introduces a proven method for making better decisions—not by pushing harder or moving faster, but by understanding deeper. At the heart of this approach is the “Third Mind”: the idea that when two perspectives come together with clarity, humility, and trust, a new, superior solution can emerge—one that neither side could have seen alone. Through compelling stories from boardrooms, fieldwork, and personal leadership journeys, you’ll learn how to: Identify and shift the subconscious paradigms that silently influence your decisions Decode emotional signals—yours and others’—as intelligent data, not noise Step into opposing perspectives with empathy, without losing your own clarity Build unshakable trust through listening, curiosity, and courageous connection Co-create better outcomes by integrating multiple viewpoints into a shared insight Whether you lead a team, a company, a nonprofit, a classroom, or a family, this book offers a powerful framework to move beyond “my way” vs. “your way” and into true collaboration. Creating the Third Mind is not just another leadership book—it’s a call to action for forward-thinking leaders who know that sustainable progress comes not from control or compromise, but from connection. You’ll find yourself rethinking old assumptions, listening in new ways, and walking away with practical tools to lead with more impact, integrity, and insight. Who is this book for? Executives and managers looking to build stronger, more aligned teams Coaches and consultants seeking tools for deeper transformation Change agents and peacebuilders working in complex environments Educators, community leaders, and parents navigating tough conversations Anyone who wants to lead with wisdom, empathy, and courage Praise and Influence Vivan Christman’s approach to leadership was shaped in part by his experience working alongside the late Dr. Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Covey’s legacy of principle-centered leadership echoes throughout this book, brought to life in new, modern, and deeply human ways. “The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood.” – Dr. Ralph G. Nichols Creating the Third Mind is your guide to making that understanding possible—and becoming the kind of leader the future demands.
ASIN: B0FCDBDQ68
VSKU: GBV.B0FCDBDQ68.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Christman, Vivan
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Has a sturdy binding with some shelf wear. May have some markings or highlighting. Used copies may not include access codes or Cd's. Slight bending may be present.