Synopses & Reviews
An exploration of what makes an effective leader.
Leadership in Organizations provides a balance of theory and practice as it surveys the major theories and research on leadership and managerial effectiveness in formal organizations.
The eighth edition includes new examples, citations, and guidelines, and has been enhanced for better clarity and presentation.
Synopsis
An exploration of what makes an effective leader.
Leadership in Organizations provides a balance of theory and practice as it surveys the major theories and research on leadership and managerial effectiveness in formal organizations.
The eighth edition includes new examples, citations, and guidelines, and has been enhanced for better clarity and presentation.
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Synopsis
Leadership in Organizations provides a balance of theory and practice as it surveys the major theories and research on leadership and managerial effectiveness in formal organizations.
KEY TOPICS: Introduction; Managerial Work; Effective Leadership Behavior; Leading Change and Innovation; Participative Leadership and Empowerment; Leadership Traits and Skills; Contingency Theories and Adaptive Leadership; Power and Influence Tactics; Dyadic Relations and Followers; Leadership in Groups and Teams; Strategic Leadership in Organizations; Charismatic and Transformational Leadership; Ethical, Servant, Spiritual, and Authentic Leadership; Cross-cultural Leadership and Diversity; Developing Leadership Skills; Overview and Integration
MARKET For managers seeking to enhance their leadership skills and qualities.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Managerial Work
Chapter 3. Effective Leadership Behavior
Chapter 4. Leading Change and Innovation
Chapter 5. Participative Leadership and Empowerment
Chapter 6. Leadership Traits and Skills
Chapter 7. Contingency Theories and Adaptive Leadership
Chapter 8. Power and Influence Tactics
Chapter 9. Dyadic Relations and Followers
Chapter 10. Leadership in Groups and Teams
Chapter 11. Strategic Leadership in Organizations
Chapter 12. Charismatic and Transformational Leadership
Chapter 13. Ethical, Servant, Spiritual, and Authentic Leadership
Chapter 14. Cross-cultural Leadership and Diversity
Chapter 15. Developing Leadership Skills
Chapter 16. Overview and Integration