Hope isn't wishful thinking; it's your most powerful strategy.
In a world of constant change, hope is the biggest need that people have from their leaders. Despite this, many leaders struggle to truly inspire hope in others. In his insightful book on hope, Ian Pettigrew draws on Positive Psychology research and his own academic studies (for his MSc in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology) to explain how to build hope for yourself and others. Packed with research-backed insights and actionable techniques, 'Hope is a Strategy' serves as your guide to becoming the kind of leader people want to follow—one who helps others envision a better future and empowers them to believe they can create it. Importantly, hope isn't merely a feeling; it's a choice, a skill, and a strategy. To further enhance your understanding, the hope playsheet included in the book offers practical exercises, steering clear of toxic positivity, and instead fostering a genuine sense of optimism.
Ian B Pettigrew
lan Pettigrew is a coach and leadership development consultant, focused on helping leaders inspire hope.
He's a Gallup-certified strengths coach, a Fellow Member of the Association for Coaching, a Member of the Association for Business Psychology, has an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology, and was named as one of HR's most influential thinkers.
He champions hope as a strategy through speaking, coaching, and taking on personal challenges such as cycling the height of Everest.
At weekends he can often be found running around with his Border Collie (Buddy) competing in Agility and Steeplechase.
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In a world of constant change, hope is the biggest need that people have from their leaders. Despite this, many leaders struggle to truly inspire hope in others. In his insightful book on hope, Ian Pettigrew draws on Positive Psychology research and his own academic studies (for his MSc in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology) to explain how to build hope for yourself and others. Packed with research-backed insights and actionable techniques, 'Hope is a Strategy' serves as your guide to becoming the kind of leader people want to follow—one who helps others envision a better future and empowers them to believe they can create it. Importantly, hope isn't merely a feeling; it's a choice, a skill, and a strategy. To further enhance your understanding, the hope playsheet included in the book offers practical exercises, steering clear of toxic positivity, and instead fostering a genuine sense of optimism.
