In her book Environmentally Oriented Leadership lit Bianca Boverhoff from various angles, the field of environment-oriented work. Her broad experience is evident in the many examples in the book, which color and reinforce the message of her book. She uses a personal style, addressing, motivating, and inspiring you throughout the reading. The book is highly recommended.

From the introduction onwards, it is clear that environmentally focused work is the path to long-term success for organizations. The case studies surrounding the Climate Case, North Sea Agreement, or a Biomass Plant demonstrate the urgency and immediately capture the reader's attention.

Also striking about the book is its structure. A structure has been used where the reader is taken from the basics of context-oriented work with excursions into Mutual Gains, Strategic Environmental Management, and issue-stakeholder inventories. This also clearly bridges the gap to professionals with less experience.

It is also clear at the same time that this introductory part forms the prelude to the core of the book; the part about the environmentally focused leader. Drawing inspiration from her studies in Business Administration, philosophy, and the ancient Greeks, she addresses leaders in a personal style. In doing so, she discusses the art of listening, asking questions, and connecting with oneself and others.

What also certainly makes the book worth reading is the overview of environment-oriented work and the connection made with the strategy of organizations. The concept of proactivity, the importance of transparency, and value-driven action are explained. And for those who don't grasp everything immediately, Bianca has included an example or a supportive question for each message. All types of readers have been considered, and that makes the book highly recommended for a broad audience.

Senior Advisor, Trainer

Bianca Boverhoff-van der Meer

Director

Thijs Kraassenberg