Explore the Book and Workbook
Co-Leadership: One Role. Two Leaders. is an invitation for leaders to explore the growing and transformative phenomenon of two individuals intentionally sharing one role. It engages the reader with the possibilities of enhanced trust, alignment, and shared responsibility while highlighting the advantages of a collaborative model.
The companion workbook, Co-Leadership: One Role. Two Leaders. The Workbook for Co-Leaders turns concepts into daily practice. Through guided exercises, reflection prompts, and practical tools, it helps co‑leaders deepen communication, reinforce accountability, and build a partnership rooted in trust and transparency.
Together, these resources introduce the Dualis Co-Leadership System — a collaborative leadership framework designed for leaders who believe shared leadership, intentional partnership, and transformational organizational culture create stronger, more resilient teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is co-leadership?
Co-leadership is a leadership structure in which two individuals intentionally share responsibility, authority, accountability, and decision-making within a leadership role. When thoughtfully designed, it allows leaders to combine complementary strengths, perspectives, and experiences while sharing the demands of leadership.
2. Who is Co-Leadership: One Role. Two Leaders. written for?
The book is designed for executives, emerging leaders, co-leaders, founders, educators, leadership practitioners, and organizations exploring more collaborative approaches to leadership. It is also valuable for anyone interested in understanding how two people can successfully lead together.
3. How is the companion workbook different from the book?
The book explores the research, experiences, and principles behind effective co-leadership. The companion workbook moves from understanding to application, providing reflection exercises, partner conversations, assessments, and practical tools that help current and prospective co-leaders strengthen their partnership.
4. Do I need to be in a co-leadership role to use the book and workbook?
No. The resources can be used by current co-leaders, individuals considering co-leadership, leadership teams, coaches, consultants, and organizations evaluating whether shared leadership could work within their context. Many of the principles also apply to collaboration, partnership, trust, communication, and shared accountability more broadly.
5. Can Dr. Abuka speak at our event or organization?
Yes. Dr. Chidimma A. Abuka speaks on co-leadership, collaborative leadership, leadership development, and the future of leadership. Speaking engagements can be designed for conferences, organizations, universities, leadership teams, professional associations, and other learning environments, with opportunities to connect the conversation to the book and companion workbook.
6. Can the book and workbook be used with leadership teams or organizations?
Yes. The book and companion workbook can support leadership development, team conversations, workshops, and organizational learning. They provide a shared foundation for exploring co-leadership while creating opportunities for reflection, dialogue, and practical application.