Author
Christopher F. Achua - University of Virginia's College at Wise
Robert N. Lussier - Springfield College
Description
The most practical leadership textbook on the market, Effective Leadership, 5 /e International Edition, uses a unique three-pronged approaChto teaChleadership concepts and theory, and takes students to the next level by developing their competencies in applying the concepts and development leadership skills they can immediately start using in their personal and professional lives. The authors combine traditional theory with cutting-edge leadership topics in a concise presentation that is packed with real-world examples. The text constantly puts the student in the leadership role engaging them in applying the concepts, as well as providing step-by-step behavior models for effectively handling leadership functions. Effective Leadership, 5/e International Edition's innovative three-pronged approaChprovides the greatest array and quality of learning opportunities.
Table of Contents
Part 1 Individuals as leaders
Ch 1 Who is a leader?
Ch 2 Leadership ethics and traits
Ch 3 Leadership motivation and behavior
Ch 4 Contingency theories in leadership
Ch 5 Influencing: politics, power, negotiation, and networking
Part 2 Team leadership
Ch 6 Coaching, communication, and conflict skills
Ch 7 Followership and leader-member exchange
Ch 8 Self-Managed teams and team leadership
Part 3 Leadership in organizations
Ch 9 Transformational and charismatic leadership
Ch10 Leadership of ethics, diversity, and culture
Ch11 Change management and strategic leadership
Ch12 The learning organization and crisis leadership
