Synopses & Reviews
Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice demonstrates Northouse's depth and breadth of experience as an academician and consultant. He is patently passionate about communicating not only the essence of leadership but the manner in which thoughtful leadership can transform people, communities, and organizations. -Journal of LeadershipProviding practical strategies for becoming a better leader, this bestselling book includes interactive elements to help students apply leadership concepts to their own lives. Key Features - Examines one quality of leadership per chapter, making it easier for readers to understand and apply material to their own lives- Provides a Self-Assessment Questionnaire to complete before reading each chapter to explore students' own leadership styles and preferences- Offers an Observational Exercise in each chapter to examine behaviors of leaders in students' own lives- Includes Reflection and Action Worksheets that encourage readers to reflect upon their own leadership styles and identify an action plan for improving their leadership skillsNew to the Second Edition- A new chapter on Handling Conflict gives a multi-faceted view of conflict and methods for resolving conflict in leadership situations- Case studies have been added to the end of each chapter, with questions that provide a catalyst for class discussion- Available in an interactive e-book format, providing interactive questionnaires with save-able results, note-taking and highlighting capability, and links to audio, video, and other web resources
Synopsis
Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice demonstrates Northouse's depth and breadth of experience as an academician and consultant. He is patently passionate about communicating not only the essence of leadership but the manner in which thoughtful leadership can transform people, communities, and organizations. -Journal of LeadershipThis book blends an introduction to the basic principles of leadership with practical strategies for becoming a better leader. It includes interactive elements in each chapter that help students test their leadership style, build skills, and apply leadership concepts to their own lives.
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Synopsis
Providing practical strategies for becoming a better leader, this bestselling book includes interactive elements to help students apply leadership concepts to their own lives. The book examines one quality of leadership per chapter, enabling students to apply concepts and skills to their leadership development. It providesself-assessment questionnaires, observational exercises, and reflection and action worksheetsin each chapter. A new chapter on handling conflicthas been added to the Second Edition, giving a multi-faceted view of conflict and methods for resolving conflict in leadership situations. Case studies have been added to the end of each chapter, including more global examples, and followed by questions to stimulate class discussion.