1st Edition

Leadership Development for a Transformational Future The Vertical Edge

By Sheila M. Boysen-Rotelli Copyright 2026
246 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

246 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

246 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

An essential resource for leaders seeking to thrive in ambiguity, this book explores the pressing need for vertical leadership development in a world defined by rapid change, digital revolution, and complexity. Traditional horizontal leadership development focuses on skills but falls short in helping leaders navigate complexity, ambiguity, and exponential technological advances. What’s needed... Read more

Preface. Acknowledgments. About the Author. Chapter 1: Introduction to Vertical Leadership Development (VLD). Chapter 2: Theoretical Foundations of Vertical Leadership Development. Chapter 3: Stages of Vertical Leadership Development. Chapter 4: Assessing Vertical Growth. Chapter 5: Turning up the Temperature with Heat Experiences. Chapter 6: Colliding Perspectives – Expanding Worldviews for Vertical Growth. Chapter 7: Elevated Sensemaking. Chapter 8: Overcoming the Challenges and Criticisms of Vertical Development. Chapter 9: The Future of Vertical Development and Its Evolving Role in Leadership. Glossary

Biography

Sheila M. Boysen-Rotelli, PhD, PHR, MCC, is Professor of Organizational Leadership and Business Administration, Master Certified Coach, Leadership Development Consultant and the founder/owner of Professional Success Coaching.