The story of an organization verging on either collapse or transformation draws you in and takes you deep into a world of inspiring and practical ideas. Kudos to Ed and Catherine for showing us how to move beyond implementing learning programs to building a true culture of development.
Todd Stokes
Managing Partner, People Solutions, Baker Tilly US
Catherine and Ed are true practice leaders, driven by their vision, passion and experience unlocking the power of people development. Their book illustrates the compelling case for a conscious, strategic, integrated approach, and then lays out tangible practical considerations for how to implement it in your organization. This is a valuable resource for leaders who want to make a bigger contribution to society.
David Spach
President North America, The Leadership Circle and Full Circle Group
I started reading Conscious, Capable, and Ready to Contribute at 2:30 in the morning after waking abruptly. Two hours later my wife asked me why I was still up! This tale about how Andrew Hyde and his colleagues built a conscious development culture is a fun and thought provoking read. Ed Offterdinger and Catherine Allen have given me new perspective and practical ideas about how to be a conscious leader.
Gary Krauthamer
Founding Partner, Krauthamer & Associates , Former Chairman and Board Member, The Omega Institute
If you want to grow as a leader, develop better relationships with your colleagues, and mature your business, Conscious, Capable, and Ready to Contribute is a must read. Ed Offterdinger and AO People Partners have helped me personally and professionally over the last four years. Catherine and Ed practice the Conscious Capitalism principles in their business and set a great example for all of us to follow. I am recommending this book because I know they will help you and your business grow as much as they’ve helped me and IronArch.
Joe Punaro
CEO, IronArch Technology
This book’s big idea—that developing your people is the best way for organizations to contribute to society—is not only true, but it’s inspiring and perfectly timed. The practical advice on how to build a conscious culture that Ed and Catherine offer is both enjoyable and actionable.”
Mike Robbins
Author of We’re All in This Together,