Overview

Great leaders aren't born - they're built. If you've ever felt stuck in your career or wondered whether you're truly using your unique strengths, you're not alone. Many talented professionals climb the ladder only to feel they're treading water, chasing titles without finding purpose. Rise to the Role shows you another way - one that ignites your potential without sacrificing your authenticity. Drawing on decades of coaching C-suite executives and emerging leaders, Randall Ian Thames introduces the Discover, Develop, Display framework - a proven roadmap to uncover your ""superpower,"" elevate your influence, and lead with clarity and conviction. Inside, you'll learn how to: Identify the core strengths that set you apart - and turn them into your leadership edge. Build the physical, emotional, spiritual, and professional pillars that support lasting growth. Lead with authenticity while driving results that resonate far beyond the boardroom. Transform setbacks and self-doubt into steppingstones on your path to impact. Packed with case studies, practical exercises, and hard-won insights from the top tiers of global organizations, Rise to the Role is both a blueprint and a challenge: to look inward, step up, and lead in a way that leaves a legacy. You already have what it takes to be a great leader; this book will simply help you unlock it. This book is for: leaders, executives, board directors, athletes, performers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who aspires to elevate in life.

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Advance Praise for Rise to the Role by Randall Ian Thames In an era where leadership is continually evolving, Rise to the Role serves as both a guide and a catalyst. Drawing from his transformative coaching experience at Korn Ferry, Thames presents the Discover, Develop, Display framework-a structured roadmap for leaders aiming to ascend with purpose and impact. The book is enriched with practical tools, insightful case studies, and leadership models that challenge conventional thinking. Central to Thames's approach is the principle of Decide: see the moment, honor it, master it, and rise to it. For anyone ready to lead with authenticity, elevate their influence, and leave a profound legacy, Rise to the Role is your definitive guide and unwavering companion toward true executive excellence. -MICHAEL C. HYTER President and CEO, The Executive Leadership Council Board Director, Dine Brands Global Inc. Author, The Power of Choice

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Randall Thames is a distinguished author, executive coach, consultant, and trusted advisor to C-suite leaders, board committees, and emerging professionals. Renowned for his innovative Discover Develop Display(TM) framework, Randall empowers individuals and organizations to transform their thinking, enhance performance, and cultivate habits that lead to Inevitable Outcomes(TM). With a unique blend of strategic insight and people-centered leadership, Randall excels in leadership development, organizational alignment, and team effectiveness. Drawing from his extensive experience as a corporate leader and executive at renowned companies such as 3M, Johnson & Johnson, Aon Hewitt, and Korn Ferry, where he served as a Senior Partner and Executive Coach, Randall guides executives and teams through low-risk, high-reward decisions, helping them clarify their vision, build capacity, and create lasting impact. Beyond his executive coaching and advisory roles, Randall is a respected speaker and facilitator in corporate, academic, and faith-based communities. He serves as a pastor and preacher as well as community leader alongside Trina, his wife of over 30 years. Together, they are proud parents to two daughters, Maya and Macy. An accomplished athlete and former fitness trainer, Randall has completed marathons, distant races, and triathlons and participated in Penn Relays, Spartan, and Tough Mudder events.

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