Central to management is the management of change. This timely book considers the leadership, interpersonal and management skills needed to manage change effectively within nursing - change which is happening quickly and at all levels in the health services. It does this through realistic case studies demonstrating the stages of the change process, complemented with copious structured exercises and self assessment questions which allow the reader to handle and resolve practical situations. The book is suitable for all nurses and allied workers with managerial or supervisory responsibilities in fact or in prospect. It will help all those who want to assess and strengthen their own capabilities and who are attempting to introduce change into their organisations.