Leadership Theory, Application, & Skill Development [Paperback]

The most practical leadership textbook on the market, LEADERSHIP 6e uses a unique three-pronged approach to teach leadership concepts and theory. The authors combine traditional theory with cutting-edge leadership topics in a concise presentation packed with real-world examples. The text puts students in the leadership role, engaging them in applying the concepts and providing step-by-step behavior models for effectively handling leadership functions. [You have] lots of self-assessment activities. The figures and diagrams help to summarize the material. The key terms at both the beginning and end of the chapter help. [You offer] a great total package of materials. This text gives learners a clear roadmap through the concepts, with many opportunities to apply the concepts and focus on the associated skills; in addition, the self-assessments allow students to see where they currently stand and form a plan to develop greater skill strengths. Part I: INDIVIDUALS AS LEADERS. 1. Who Is a Leader and What Skills Do Leaders Need? 2. Leadership Traits and Ethics. 3. Leadership Behavior and Motivation. 4. Contingency Leadership Theories. 5. Influencing: Power, Politics, Networking, and Negotiation. Part II: TEAM LEADERSHIP. 6. Communication, Coaching, and Conflict Skills. 7. Leader-Member Exchange and Followership. 8. Team Leadership and Self-Managed Teams. Part III: ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP. 9. Charismatic and Transformational Leadership. 10. Leadership of Culture, Ethics, and Diversity. 11. Strategic Leadership and Change Management. 12. Crisis Leadership and the Learning Organization. Appendix: Leadership and Spirituality in the Workplace.