Introducing leadership
Pardey, David,
Introducing leadership [electronic resource] / David Pardey. - Second edition. - 1 online resource : illustrations (black and white)
Previous edition: Amsterdam: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2007.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introducing Leadership is a highly practical textbook which draws on robust research to present a clear picture of what leadership actually involves. It explores why leadership has become so important in recent years; the role leadership plays in achieving organisational success; the skills that effective leaders need; and the steps that anyone can take to become an effective leader. This second edition expands its coverage into ethical practice and emotional intelligence, and looks at the impact that our increasing understanding of the brain is having on leadership behaviour and performance. It also considers the importance of trust for effective leadership. Throughout the book there are boxes providing detailed exploration of key concepts, and case studies and review questions appear at the end of each chapter to stimulate critical thinking. Introducing Leadership is for people at all levels in organisations, particularly those aspiring to their first leadership role or studying for leadership qualifications at ILM or CMI Levels 3 to 5.
Electronic reproduction.
Askews and Holts.
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
9781315678764 (e-book)
Leadership.
Business and Management.
Business & Management
Management & management techniques
Management: leadership & motivation
Electronic books.
Introducing leadership [electronic resource] / David Pardey. - Second edition. - 1 online resource : illustrations (black and white)
Previous edition: Amsterdam: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2007.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introducing Leadership is a highly practical textbook which draws on robust research to present a clear picture of what leadership actually involves. It explores why leadership has become so important in recent years; the role leadership plays in achieving organisational success; the skills that effective leaders need; and the steps that anyone can take to become an effective leader. This second edition expands its coverage into ethical practice and emotional intelligence, and looks at the impact that our increasing understanding of the brain is having on leadership behaviour and performance. It also considers the importance of trust for effective leadership. Throughout the book there are boxes providing detailed exploration of key concepts, and case studies and review questions appear at the end of each chapter to stimulate critical thinking. Introducing Leadership is for people at all levels in organisations, particularly those aspiring to their first leadership role or studying for leadership qualifications at ILM or CMI Levels 3 to 5.
Electronic reproduction.
Askews and Holts.
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
9781315678764 (e-book)
Leadership.
Business and Management.
Business & Management
Management & management techniques
Management: leadership & motivation
Electronic books.
