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nizations to find better ways of changing in order to find better
ways to function and succeed.
Draw analogies. Find parallels with other businesses. Kanter has con-
sulted and studied a great many organizations in the course of her
career, and she draws lessons from each that she shares in her
writings.
Share the learning. Leadership is about doing for others. As a teacher,
Kanter shares her expertise with her students. She is also active in
community affairs, from which her CD rap project emerged.
Live your message. In her work, Kanter has been consistent and con-
stant in her messages about learning new ways to adapt to a
rapidly evolving workplace in order to create a better workplace.
Note: The phrase “Doyenne of Change” is not original and has been
attributed to Dr. Kanter previously. The author is grateful for its creation
because it perfectly captures the essence of Kanter’s work.