We all experience upheaval in our lives. There’s the unexpected illness, the unfaithful spouse, the layoffs at work, and, of course, the pandemic. The important thing, according to Rossetti, an expert on “individual transformation,” is how we respond. We can either make small changes to stay afloat (holding on to our perceived identity) or use the event to transform our lives (and possibly find our true calling). The key to transformation is looking inward for expectations and values. The author uses her own experiences and case studies of people she’s worked with on their journeys to offer a road map to recovery. She addresses obstacles, including emotions, expectations, and the input of others, and demonstrates ways to use such challenges to enrich our lives. Rossetti urges readers to use a toolkit dubbed “The Incubator” to face the uncertainty of change and nurture their true selves. Each chapter ends with prompts for self-reflection and an example of someone using the techniques successfully. Anyone facing life issues (which is just about everyone) will be inspired by Rossetti’s solid guidance.
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Engaging and practical on every level! Linda's powerful stories will lead you on a journey to understand disruption in your life and how you can harness it to create the life you've dreamed of.
— Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There
Every situation forces us to make a decision: do we modify the situation or not? Linda Rossetti’s inspiring book invites us to activate our voices at such times and guides us on a journey that is sure to transform our lives and our world.
— Ouided Bouchamaoui, 2015 Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Tunisian National Quartet, and Former President, Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Commerce and Handicrafts
A beautifully written invitation to revisit the choices we make in our careers and life. Linda gives us a guidebook with which we can truly transform ourselves. A must-read for anyone who is ready to embrace uncertainty with clarity and excitement!
— Col. Michele Lo Bianco, United States Air Force
Linda Rossetti has written an exposé and guide for anyone who has experienced disruption and displacement – in other words, for almost anyone these days. Her roadmap is accessible, insightful, artful, and intelligent. Reading it you will feel that she already knows you!
— Dr. Roberta Herman, President, Joslin Diabetes Center
This book couldn’t have come at a more perfect time. Linda Rossetti grants permission in the face of challenge to reflect on who we are and why we show up. A must-read for those looking for the courage to redefine themselves.
— Melanie Rosenwasser, Chief People Officer, Dropbox
Infused with hard-won wisdom, the world urgently needs the voice of Linda Rossetti in her brilliantly written new book. Dancing with Disruption illuminates and constructively guides us through the often-misunderstood disruptive and disorienting times in our lives. With her guiding steps, we can reframe our emotions; update the expectations we carry for ourselves; create a new self-concept; and connect with others – most importantly discover new expressions of who we are.
— Deb Guy, Executive Director of Women's Exchange
I have known Linda since her days at Harvard Business School where then too, she approached the world with unbounded curiosity. It is no surprise to me that Linda has taken on this under-discussed yet nearly universal human experience and created such a powerful new toolkit. Her approach is an artful blend of solid research, deep understanding, and a palpable desire to help others to succeed. This is an across-the-board worthy read.
— James I. Cash, PhD, Harvard Business School Professor, Emeritus
This book is a must read for anyone experiencing a major life disruption or planning for a life transition. It offers a courageous perspective and stands apart thanks to the author's wisdom, insights, and deeply moving stories.
— Lynn Perry Wooten, President, Simmons University, and author, Arrive and Thrive: 7 Impactful Stategies for Women Navigating Leadership and Prepared Leadership: Emerge from Any Crisis More Resilient Than Before
In Dancing withDisruption, Linda turns her curiosity and powerful intellect to creating a model for positive change. An insightful, deeply meaningful work that offers us a roadmap for professional and personal success.
— Bob Brennan, Chair, BitSight, former CEO Iron Mountain, and former CEO Veracode
A powerful blueprint for personal growth! In Dancing with Disruption, Linda Rossetti delivers a strategy and the tools to propel you forward. Adopt her mindset and anything is possible.
— Patricia Kolias, triathlete, Ironman World Championship, Kona Qualifier
My belief is the obvious solution is not always the optimal solution. Linda offers us a courageous, insightful resource that empowers us to make different choices as we encounter personal and professional obstacles. I recommend this to anyone looking to meet uncertainty with confidence and courage!
— Laura Huang, international best-selling author of EDGE, and professor, Harvard Business School
I am inspired by the outstretched hand Linda extends through this thought-provoking transformative story! She offers us a fresh, courageous, and extensively researched perspective that is essential for anyone at the crossroads of their lives.
— Coco Brown, Founder and CEO of Athena Alliance, enabling leaders to build a portfolio of impact in their senior career
Some disruptions are done to us and others by us - how we embrace them, learn from them, and self-discover in their wake is at the heart of this very important book for our time. A transformative read - one that ensures all take pride in their own voice, courage, and resilience.
— Deb Hicks, Leadership Coach, former Chief People Officer, Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Her advice transforms what could be a terrifying and unsettling period in our lives into one of promise and enthusiasm. Particularly as so many have experienced professional disruption resulting from the pandemic, Rossetti’s invitation to embrace times of transition as gateways for extraordinary possibilities in our lives is timely.
— CEOWorld Magazine