''Achieving the status of thought leader¿while it will not happen overnight¿is absolutely worth the effort. You'll gain a seat at the table and the credibility you need to build a more successful company or catapult your career to the next level. If you want to know how to become this kind of go-to guy or gal in your industry, community, or profession, I suggest that you read this book.'' ¿From the Foreword by Guy Kawasaki Ready to Be a Thought Leader? is about how to build a following for your ideas and maximize your impact in the world. Denise Brosseau maps out a specific, time-tested action plan that will help you galvanize others to rally around your ideas. She shows you, step by step, how to hone your insights, win supporters, amplify your influence, and even create a real movement based around whatever is most important to you. Her integrated process encompasses seven principles, including: Find your driving passion: Identify the one arena where your interests, expertise, credibility, and commitment align Build your ripples of influence: Engage your first followers by leveraging your message to tell a bigger story Activate your advocates: Find the supporters who will champion your product, program, or initiative Brosseau illustrates this proven framework with lessons from the personal stories of successful thought leaders, including Robin Chase, founder of Zipcar, and Chip Conley, founder and former CEO of Joie de Vivre Hospitality. If you're ready to increase your professional success, make an impact far beyond your current organization and industry, and ultimately leave a legacy that matters, Ready to Be a Thought Leader? is for you.