Leading Through Resistance

Don't Eliminate Resistance; Lead Through It!

Every leader knows the stormy seas of resistance. When faced with change, even the most dedicated teams can push back, especially when there's something to lose. How do you guide your team through these turbulent times without losing sight of the mission? Leading Through Resistance by Tod Bolsinger is a beacon for leaders navigating the choppy waters of organizational change.

Leading Through Resistance offers more than just strategies; it delivers a mindset shift. With wisdom woven through every page, Tod Bolsinger teaches you unexpected skills to not only face resistance but to transform it into a mission-driving force.

Transformative Insights

Courage and Empathy in Leadership: Discover how to guide your community with a blend of courage and empathy. Learn how to help your team confront losses head-on, transforming obstacles into opportunities for growth.

Practical Wisdom from an Expert: Gain insights from Bolsinger himself—an experienced Christian leader whose bestselling books have guided countless leaders through the complexities of change.

Bite-sized Brilliance: Enjoy brief, impactful chapters that are as rich in insight as they are in brevity. Each chapter is sprinkled with vibrant illustrations to keep you engaged and inspired.

Leading Through Resistance is not just a book; it's a roadmap to resilient leadership. Equip yourself with the tools to lead with confidence, adapt with grace, and inspire transformation. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting your leadership journey, Leading Through Resistance is your essential guide to turning resistance into resilience.



Mark Demel brings ideas to life through pictures and creative communication. He has spent more than a decade using his artistic skills in the non-profit sector.







Tod Bolsinger is the founder and principal at AE Sloan Leadership Inc., the executive director of the DePree Center Church Leadership Institute, and associate professor of leadership formation at Fuller Seminary. He is the author of Canoeing the Mountains and Tempered Resilience. Tod and his wife, Beth, split their time between Pasadena, California, and Ketchum, Idaho.



Foreword by Marty Linsky



About the Practicing Change Series



Introduction: Jerks & Control Freaks



1. A Leadership Story: When Pushing Back Sets You Back



2. Old Mindset: Don't Let Them Push You Around



3. New Skillset Part 1: Start with Two Shared Convictions



4. New Skillset Part 2: Stay Calm, Curious & Connected



5. New Skillset Part 3: Give the Work Back & Stay on Course



6. Adaptive Reset: Attunement Accelerates Change



7. The Story Continues: Back to the Mat



Acknowledgments



Discussion Guide: Take Your Team to the Balcony



Notes