Robert E. Quinn

Robert E. Quinn is an author, professor, and speaker known for his work in organizational behavior, leadership, and management. He is the author of numerous books, including “Deep Change: Discovering the Leader Within”, “Building the Bridge As You Walk On It”, and “Raising the Bar: Creating and Nurturing an Environment for Profound Improvement”. His books have been praised for their insight and practical advice on how leaders and teams can create successful and long-lasting relationships in the workplace.

Robert E Quinn was born in Elmhurst, Illinois. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois and a master’s degree in organizational behavior from the University of Chicago. After college, he worked in the corporate world as a strategy consultant, helping companies develop and execute business plans. He then returned to Millikin University, where he taught organizational behavior and leadership.

In 2003, Quinn published his first book, “Deep Change: Discovering the Leader Within”. The book is based on his work at the University of Michigan’s business school, where he served as the first executive director of the Center for Positive Organizational Studies. “Deep Change” outlines the framework of “positive change”, which he believes is essential for effective leadership. It focuses on qualities such as self-awareness, confidence, and courage that are necessary to make sustainable changes in an organization.

In 2006, Quinn published “Building the Bridge As You Walk On It: A Guide for Leading Change”. This book was based on the work of Peter Senge, the author of “The Fifth Discipline”. Quinn outlines practical steps for leading change and explains how change should be implemented in order to have the most positive impact. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to the ever-changing environment and provides insights on how to engage stakeholders in the process.

In 2010, Quinn published “Raising the Bar: Creating and Nurturing an Environment for Profound Improvement”. This book outlines his perspective on how to increase performance on teams. He explains the “flare-up” approach, which encourages teams to identify areas of improvement, and outlines strategies for working through difficult conversations. He also offers tips on creating a learning environment that can transform strategy into action.

Throughout his career, Robert E. Quinn has been lauded for his ability to bring together ideas from different schools of thought and disciplines. His books are widely praised for their insight and practical advice. He has been featured in publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Fast Company, and the Economist. Dr. Quinn currently teaches at the University of Michigan’s business school and has been widely recognized for his inspiring and thought-provoking approach to leadership and management.