“The Change Begins with You” by Nick van Dam and Eileen Rogers provides a comprehensive and concise overview of the new competencies required for modern knowledge workers. The book emphasizes the importance of skills such as mindfulness, appreciative inquiry, and social intelligence. These science-based techniques are designed to enhance work relationships, personal energy, and connections with others. The authors aim to teach the foundational principles that foster positivity, trust, and engagement within oneself and in team members, making the reader a driving force behind innovation and change within their organization.