Kelly S. Riggs - Counter Mentor Leadership: How to Unlock the Potential of the 4-Generation Workplace

This is a fantastic book, one of the very few I would call a MUST read. Superb advice, actionable ideas, and fun to read. I will be strongly recommending this book to all of my clients and colleagues.

John Spence, Author, Awesomely Simple, and a Top 100 Business Thought Leader in America

As a leader, one of your greatest challenges is connecting multiple generations within your workforce and getting them to work together effectively. In this immensely helpful book, Kelly and Robby Riggs lay out a set of arguments and a blueprint for success that will sharpen your perspective and give you actionable advice.

Tim Sanders, New York Times bestselling author of Love Is the Killer App and Dealstorming

Counter Mentor Leadership is motivational, thought-provoking, entertaining, and certainly challenging for all leaders! Although extensively researched, the book is an easy read on new leadership - using basic proven methods while adjusting to a new work force that is incredibly driven, motivated, and tech-savvy.

James P. Kellogg, Vice President, Colorado Rockies

Leveraging the skills and talents of the multi-generational workforce is a leadership imperative in the 21st century, and Kelly and Robby Riggs provide you with the tools, resources, and wisdom to tackle this job head on. Reading this book is just like having a conversation with Kelly and Robby engaging, fast-paced, lots of laughs, and peppered with practical leadership insights. Put their ideas into practice and watch your leadership rise to the next level.

Randy Conley, V.P. Client Services & Trust Practice Leader, The Ken Blanchard Companies

Finally, a book on multiple generations in the workplace written by multiple generations. Counter Mentor Leadership will get you thinking, but more importantly it will get you listening to those older and younger than you.

David Burkus, Associate Professor of Leadership and Innovation, and Author, Under New Management

Shamelessly funny and brilliantly written; just dont let the laughs get in the way of the many important leadership lessonsfor every generation!

Tom Koulopoulos, Author, The Gen Z Effect: The 6 Forces Shaping the Future of Business

Kelly and Robby do a masterful job of transcending the way weve always done it, while distilling the enduring principles of great relationships and effective leadership.

Nate Regier, PhD, CEO of Next Element Consulting, Author, Conflict Without Casualties

I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to improve their own leadership skills, or the skills of leaders within their company. The focus on the 1-on-1 meetings has been a game-changer for me and for other leaders, and it has led to a significant increase in our employee engagement scores.

Mary Kay Gribbons, EVP, Human Resources, Animal Supply Company

GREAT book! Counter Mentor Leadership is a reality check for anyone in leadership (young or old). It gives actionable leadership strategies using humor and wit to keep you highly engaged the whole way through.

Jack Kosakowski, CEO (US Division), Creation Agency

When it comes to pinpointing the real issues facing the modern workplace, Kelly and Robby are spot on. What most have labeled simply as technology gaps or generational differences, they have identified rightly as communication and leadership challenges. The winsome Counter Mentor Leadership will help us coach up the right kinds of leaders for decades to come. You and I will be better leaders because of it, too.

Curt Steinhorst, Founder & CEO of Focuswise, Author, Can I Have Your Attention? Inspiring Better Work Habits, Focusing Your Team, and Getting Stuff Done in the Constantly Connected Workplace

Counter Mentor Leadership is a relevant, fun, and inspiring book that provides a practical approach for becoming a transformational leader. Reinventing your leadership style is not easy, and Robby and Kelly provide thought provoking techniques to help you with your journey. Definitely a must-read!

Eric A. Dorne, Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Information Officer, UNFI

The point-counterpoint between Kelly and Robby is not only hilarious, but insightful. The leadership tools needed to perform at a high level are all inclusive, and I am going to recommend that my entire Executive Team read this book to become better leaders in our company.

Robert E. Alger, President & CEO, Lane Industries, Inc.

Counter Mentor Leadership offers great tips to help you shift the way you think and act with other generations, so you can both succeed. This is absolutely a must read for any organization trying to stay competitive!

Dolores Alonso, Senior Director of Membership & Business Development, FPSA

Drawing you in with wit and humor, this book is a valuable strategic guide for engaging todays multi-generational workplace, providing many important lessons to create a more connected and collaborative organization.

Angel Stacy, Director of Human Resources and Administration, Explorer Pipeline

Counter Mentor Leadership is the perfect guide for those who aspire to be great leaders, especially in the tricky four-generation workplace. While it is written in a light-hearted style, it gets to the root of what great leadership is, and how you can become a great leader.

David Brock, CEO, Partners In EXCELLENCE, Author, Sales Manager Survival Guide

Counter Mentor Leadership is a smart book that teaches us all how to relate to each other - regardless of generation. It is packed full of examples that explain the what and the why of the differences we experience thanks to four generations in the workplace. If youre a leader who wants to make difference with the generations you lead, you need this book!

Phil Gerbyshak, Chief Digital Officer, Vengreso

Insightful, bold and cleverly written, this book addresses the complex dynamics of multi-generational workforce engagement, and describes what effective leaders MUST do to achieve extraordinary results

Dana Birkes, VP, Business Strategies, Crossland Construction Company, Inc.

Counter Mentor Leadership moves beyond tired management clichs and platitudes, and gives practical advice on how to bridge the divide between Boomers and Millennials in the workplace.

Ryan Williams, Managing Director, FP1 Strategies

Counter Mentor Leadership offers a truly insightful perspective on the modern workplace in an extremely entertaining, often hysterical, read. Kelly and Robby teach the leadership skills and tactics you need to maneuver through this challenging situation and become a legit Counter Mentor Leader. It is an intuitive and easy-to-read format - you wont be able to put it down!

J.R. Stewart, National Sales Manager, Filtrexx International

Bridging across the span of generations is not an easy task to do, much less do well. Kelly and Robby provide a plan that any organization can apply today to stop the decline of productivity.

Teri Aulph, Sr. Vice President and Chief HR Officer, Tulsa Federal Credit Union

The Riggs boys have written a brilliant and timely leadership book. Theyve written a killer, How To, prescriptive, humorous, engaging and funny book with one purpose, to get everyone playing well in the sandbox. If youve ever even uttered the words management effectiveness then this book is for you.

Jim Keenan, CEO of A Sales Guy Consulting, Author,