Synopses & Reviews
Ideal for instructors who take a practical, skill-building approach to teaching leadership, this text balances theory with real-world applications. DuBrin, a highly respected author and consultant, incorporates current research on leadership and real-world business events from academic journals and popular periodicals. Leadership profiles focus on successful men and women to whom students can easily relate, such as lower-level, small business, and not-for-profit leaders. In the Fifth Edition, skill-building activities such as leadership self-assessment quizzes, role-play exercises, and discussion questions have been retained. Key updates include new opening vignettes and end-of-chapter cases; one additional Skill-Building Exercise per chapter; and an enhanced Online Study Center (student web site) with new Knowledge Bank sections, featuring research and theory not covered in the text.
Synopsis
The Sixth Edition of LEADERSHIP: RESEARCH FINDINGS, PRACTICE AND SKILLS helps you understand leadership principles and hone your own leadership skills through a thoughtful balance of essential theory and real-world applications. The text provides a strong practical foundation by introducing leaders you can relate to and reinforcing your knowledge with frequent skill-building activities. Key updates include new opening vignettes and end-of-chapter cases, numerous additional skill-building exercises, and an enhanced student companion site with new Knowledge Bank activities and self-assessments.
About the Author
Andrew J. DuBrin is Professor Emeritus of Management in the College of Business at the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he served as department chairman and team leader. Dr. DuBrin has taught courses and conducted research in management, organizational behavior, leadership, and career management. He is a frequent presenter at other colleges, career schools, and universities. He received his Ph.D. in Industrial Psychology from Michigan State University. Dr. DuBrin has experience in human resource management and is a sought-after business and personal consultant in career management leadership and management development. Dr. DuBrin is an established author of both textbooks and trade books, and he regularly contributes to professional journals, magazines, newspapers, and online media. He has written textbooks on management, leadership, organizational behavior, human relations, and impression management. His trade books address management issues from charisma, team play, and office politics to overcoming career self-sabotage, coaching and mentoring.
Table of Contents
Note: Each chapter includes a Summary, Key Terms, Guidelines for Action and Skill Development, Self-Assessment, and Discussion Questions and Activities. 1. The Nature and Importance of Leadership The Meaning of Leadership The Impact of Leadership on Organizational Performance Leadership Roles The Satisfactions and Frustrations of Being a Leader A Framework for Understanding Leadership Skill Development in Leadership Followership: Being an Effective Group Member 2. Traits, Motives, and Characteristics of Leaders Personality Traits of Effective Leaders Leadership Motives Cognitive Factors and Leadership The Influence of Heredity and Environment on Leadership The Strengths and Limitations of the Trait Approach 3. Charismatic and Transformational Leadership The Meanings of Charisma Types of Charismatic Leaders Characteristics of Charismatic Leaders The Vision Component of Charismatic Leadership The Communication Style of Charismatic Leaders The Development of Charisma Transformational Leadership Concerns About Charismatic Leadership 4. Leadership Behaviors, Attitudes, and Styles The Classic Dimensions of Consideration and Initiating Structure Task-Related Attitudes and Behaviors Relationship-Oriented Attitudes and Behaviors 360-Degree Feedback for Fine-Tuning a Leadership Approach Leadership Styles 5. Contingency and Situational Leadership Situational Influences on Effective Leadership Behavior Fiedler's Contingency Theory of Leadership Effectiveness The Path-Goal Theory of Leadership Effectiveness Situational LeadershipII (SLII) The Normative Decision Model Cognitive Resource Theory: How Intelligence, Experience, and Stress Influence Leadership Contingency Leadership in the Executive Suite Leadership During a Crisis 6. Leadership Ethics and Social Responsibility Principles of Ethical and Moral Leadership Guidelines for Evaluating the Ethics of a Decision A Sampling of Unethical Leadership Behaviors Leadership and Social Responsibility Initiatives for Achieving an Ethical and Socially Responsible Organization Ethical Behavior and Organizational Performance 7. Power, Politics, and Leadership Sources and Types of Power Tactics for Becoming an Empowering Leader Factors That Contribute to Organizational Politics Political Tactics and Strategies Exercising Control over Dysfunctional Politics 8. Influence Tactics of Leaders A Model of Power and Influence Description and Explanation of Influence Tactics Relative Effectiveness and Sequencing of Influence Tactics Implicit Leadership Theories and Leadership Influence 9. Developing Teamwork Team Leadership Versus Solo Leadership The Leader's Role in the Team-Based Organization Leader Actions That Foster Teamwork Outdoor Training and Team Development The Leader-Member Exchange Model and Teamwork 10. Motivation and Coaching Skills Expectancy Theory and Motivational Skills Goal Theory Using Recognition and Pride to Motivate Others Coaching as a Leadership Philosophy Coaching Skills and Techniques Executive Coaching and Leadership Effectiveness 11. Creativity, Innovation, and Leadership Steps in the Creative Process Characteristics of Creative Leaders Overcoming Traditional Thinking as a Creativity Strategy Organizational Methods to Enhance Creativity Self-Help Techniques to Enhance Creative Problem Solving Establishing a Climate for Creative Thinking Additional Leadership Practices That Enhance Innovation 12. Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills Evidence About Communication and Leadership Inspirational and Powerful Communication Supportive Communication Overcoming Cross-Cultural Communication Barriers The Leader's Role in Resolving Conflict and Negotiating 13. Strategic Leadership and Knowledge Management The Nature of Strategic Leadership Conducting a SWOT Analysis A Sampling of Business Strategies Formulated by Leaders Knowledge Management and the Learning Organization 14. International and Culturally Diverse Aspects of Leadership The Advantages of Managing for Diversity Cultural Factors Influencing Leadership Practice Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Intelligence and Global Leadership Skills Leadership Initiatives for Achieving Cultural Diversity Developing the Multicultural Organization 15. Leadership Development and Succession Development Through Self-Awareness and Self-Discipline Development Through Education, Experience, and Mentoring Leadership Development Programs Evaluation of Leadership Development Efforts Leadership Succession Who Will Be the New Top Business Leaders? Endnotes Glossary Name Index Organization Index Subject Index