Riding the Tiger Leading Through Learning in Turbulent Times

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"India's Enron" is what the media dubbed Satyam Computer Services after its founder and CEO resigned, having confessed to a massive accounting scandal that had been percolating for years. The global company and its 53,000 employees were thrown into a whirlwind. Stock markets reeled, trading of Satyam's shares was suspended, and the government stepped in. Those connected to Satyam were shocked and left to pick up the pieces. Riding the Tiger is the true story of how people react, respond, and courageously lead in the most extreme conditions imaginable. The legendary learning culture at Satyam helped the company's leaders "take that tiger by the tail" during those turbulent times. Riding the Tiger is your opportunity to prepare for any turbulence—whether caused by the global recession, rapid growth, mergers and acquisitions, internal corruption, or any other changes. Throughout the book, you'll find guidelines, templates for planning, and proven leadershiptechniques. Whether you're a senior leader or just starting out, these lessons are invaluable; there is much to learn from those who have survived the worst as they guide you toward organizational renewal.

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Priscilla Nelson has 30 years of talent management experience working with Fortune 500 companies throughout the world. She was global director of people leadership at Satyam Computer Services. Nelson has received international acclaim for her work in leadership development, executive coaching, and diversity. Ed Cohen is a talent executive who has conducted business in more than 40 countries. He is the only chief learning officer to have led two companies (Booz Allen Hamilton and Satyam Computer Services) to the #1 rank in the ASTD BEST Awards. Cohen authored Leadership Without Borders (Wiley, 2007) and contributed to The Next Generation of Corporate Universities (Pfeiffer, 2007).