Inspiration: A Vision of the Possible

As I recount in the introduction to Embracing Followership, the journey of formulating and capturing my thoughts on followership launched in 2011, after reading a book entitled A Vision of the Possible. A brief comment by the author indicated that we have plenty of books on leadership, but that we really need a book on how to be a good follower.

That simple statement gave birth to my whole-hearted investment in reflecting on and developing my own followership, which has been captured and presented for your benefit in my book.

You can read my original review of A Vision of the Possible from November 2011, which was written shortly after reading the book and beginning to take the first steps on this road to writing and publication. You can see a timeline of the milestones in the book’s development on our Facebook page.

You can read excerpts and view the table of contents from Embracing Followership on this blog.

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Endorsements

“I found Hamlin’s work to be interesting, deep and thought-provoking. I would read a paragraph and then quickly consider my own work and contemplate how the ideas related to my experiences. Then I’d go back and re-read!

― Mark Lenz, CEO of ICR

“All too often we forget that strong leadership implies that people are following. This is an excellent treatment of a topic that is mostly ignored. Just about anybody can benefit from reading this book.”

― Dr. Ted Esler, president, Missio Nexus

“Hamlin illustrates the book with personal stories and plenty of quotes. He provides a comprehensive and critical reading of the literature, mindful of dynamics and opportunities for good followership…. Hamlin’s context is the not-for-profit world, but his message is broadly applicable for non-profits, churches and businesses. Followers will find plenty of food for thought on how … Continue reading James Matichuk, blogger

― James Matichuk, blogger

“The genius of Allen’s approach and treatment of this subject of ‘followership’ is that each of us is a follower in some way in almost every aspect of our lives. This is a thoughtful exploration and consideration of what it means to excel as a follower, which is essential for all of us to enhance … Continue reading Duane E. Okamoto, senior attorney, Microsoft

― Duane E. Okamoto, senior attorney, Microsoft

Read more reflections about Embracing Followership on the Endorsements page.