Author Description

As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, the world is a very different place from what it was before. The pandemic has caused us to question our values, our ethics, even the trust we place in science, institutions and society. It has also highlighted the paucity of leadership around the world. With the urgent need to address global challenges like climate change, social inequality and digital disruption, there has never been a more important time for effective, innovative and courageous leadership.In this book, six distinguished leaders share thoughtful, personal insights from their decades of leadership experience, including key lessons they have learned along the way. These leaders include:?Andrew Liveris AO, founding donor of the Andrew N. Liveris Academy for Innovation and Leadership, and former chairman and CEO of the Dow Chemical Company; ?Ajay Banga, executive chairman, and former CEO and president of Mastercard; ?Paul Polman, co-founder and chair of IMAGINE, and former CEO of Unilever; ?Ginni Rometty, executive chairman, and former chairman, president and CEO of IBM;? Sharan Burrow AC, secretary-general, International Trade Union Confederation; and? Alan Finkel AO, Australia's former Chief Scientist. The conversational, Q&A format of the book clearly distils the leaders' lessons and insights, and highlights vital areas of interest for everyone. Each chapter ends with succinct reflections from the Liveris Academy scholars, summarising the inspirational exchange between global leaders - established and aspiring.Full of powerful lessons, thought-provoking reflections, and encouraging advice, this book is sure to inspire anyone with an interest in leadership and a better future for all.