Out of the Clay

I believe that this need for meaning in one’s life, this basic individual desire for passionate contribution to a worthy cause, represents the holy grail for the transformational leader.

 While it only takes one individual to make a difference, the greatest leaders are those who inspire that difference in others, creating a ripple effect that spreads throughout the organization and beyond. This is the transformational leader, the one who guides others to recognize and achieve their utmost potential. With over forty-five years committed to public service, William F. O’Connor III shares the five attributes he’s encountered throughout his career that define such leaders:

Respect

Vision

Courage

Intuition

Credibility

 The public sector is notorious for its resistance to change, inflexible bureaucratic procedures, and ineffective strategies. O’Connor provides a fresh, bold perspective shedding light on the leaders who bucked this trend and instead empowered those around them to effect true and vibrant change in public service. Out of the Clay takes “leading by example” to heart with a series of interwoven anecdotes from O’Connor’s years of experience, each illustrating the vital tenets of transformational leadership. To the next generation of public-sector leaders, let this book guide you on your own journey to cultivate a passionate and fulfilling life’s work.