Ira Chaleff

The inspiration for this book, and its title, comes from the concept of Intelligent Disobedience used in guide dog training. Guide dogs must recognize and resist a command that would put their humans and themselves at risk and identify safer options for achieving the goal. This is precisely what Chalet helps humans do. Using both deeply disturbing and uplifting examples, as well as critical but largely forgotten research, he shows how to create a culture where, other than 'just following orders.' people hold themselves accountable to do the right thing, always.… (mer)