Book Library

A collection of Roger's published books, sharing leadership principles applicable to professional and personal settings alike.

On the Mend

2011

On the Mend, written primarily for healthcare leaders by Roger, and his co-author, John Toussaint MD, uses real-life anecdotes and the logic of lean thinking to make a convincing argument that a revolutionary new kind of healthcare — lean healthcare — is urgently needed. This book won a Shingo Research and Professional Publications award.

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Owning the Room

2020

Are your employees engaged?  Do they feel invested in the performance of the organization?  Are they coming to work ready to be successful beyond their wildest dreams? In Owning the Room, draws on his more than 45 years of leadership experience, both successes and mistakes, to explore these questions and reveal how outstanding leadership must be cultivated.

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Lead With Purpose

2024 - Available Now

This book challenges leaders to “reignite passion and engagement” in the professionals that work for them.  Respecting the current post-COVID challenges, Roger explores the reasons for today’s professional disengagement, and offers practical, proven approaches for inspiring high levels of engagement in the work.

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What Clients are Saying About Roger

Roger provides both a theoretical and applied approach to the art of developing leaders and creating and sustaining actively engaged cultures. Roger's experience in organizational operations and learning and development along with his passion for enhancing cultures by developing leaders places him in a unique as a thought leader and expert in assessing and enhancing organizational cultures.

Candice Saunders
President and CEO of Wellstar Healthcare System

On multiple occasions I have seen Dr. Gerard own the room as he masterfully leads organizations and groups through challenging times.

David Shore
PhD, Author and Former Associate Dean of Harvard University

Roger brings to life key principles that we gloss over so many times when looking at leadership... he also provides key tactics and declarations that could be implemented right away, which would empower leaders and provide immediate credibility. His work is greatly neeed for current leaders and the next generation of leaders.

Andrew Cox
AVP /Chief of Staff to the CEO, Wellstar Healthcare System

Roger is an inspiring leader, with a true gift of teaching with compassion and strength. You make all those around you want to succeed, and your teachings are always powerful!

Melissa Breen
Former Chief of Staff to the CEO, Marshfield Clinic Health System