Presents a more complete concept of authenticity, not limited to leadership, to ensure that the organization realizes the benefits of this popular idea Introduces strategies for maintaining resilience against a backdrop of tough operating environments and a fast paced world Demonstrates how you can manage the transition from a culture of followership to a culture of ownership through simple models and strategies

Our identity is often bound up what we do at work. The work we do goes some way to describing who we are, what we stand for and it reveals, in one dimension at least, a tangible and valued contribution that we make to the world. Authenticity in organizations matters more than ever. In today's complex and global economy it's more important than ever that we empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work. Doing so leads to increased innovation, productivity, more thoughtful risk-taking, a sense of responsibility and enhanced adaptiveness to change. Creating Authentic Organizations goes beyond the remit of authentic leadership and shows how the concept of authenticity can and should be applied to your organization. It offers a new management framework based on the freedom to operate, meaningful dialogue and a deep search for personal meaning at work; autonomy and the opportunity to make an impact is a key driver of productivity. With simple and powerful models and strategies to bring about workplace authenticity, this bold and cutting-edge approach will show you how to ensure more authentic dialogue and encourage open and meaningful discussion around threats and challenges. Creating Authentic Organizations gives you the tools to bridge the gap between the corporate persona and the authentic self, leading to greater employee engagement, well-being and organizational resilience. Online supporting resources include an authenticity and freedoms diagnostic tool and guidance notes.

"A thought-provoking read from Ryde and Sofianos and a voice of sanity in the asylum..." - Keith Grint, Professor of Public Leadership and Management, Warwick Business School

"Ryde and Sofianos have unmasked 'authenticity' as the critical link to worker survival and organizational sustainability." - Virginia Haussegger AM, ABC News Anchor, Australia and Adjunct Professor, Institute for Governance and Policy Analysis, University of Canberra

"Ryde and Sofianos thoughtfully and thoroughly frame the rights and responsibilities required to make organizations and individuals successful." - Kai Peters, Chief Executive, Ashridge Business School

"Creating Authentic Organizations is a must-read for any HR professional." - Professor Sir Cary Cooper, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for External Affairs, Lancaster University, and Distinguished Professor of Organizational Psychology and Health, Lancaster University Management School

"It is refreshing to find a book that explains why the best way to run a business is to be yourself, respect your people and trust everyone with the freedom to do their job in their own way and in their own space." - John Timpson, Chairman, Timpson Ltd