Leadership
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Leadership
South-Western, Cengage Learning, c2011
5th ed., International student ed
- : pbk
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"International edition"--Cover
Includes bibliographical references (p. [465]-491) and indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Equip your students with the critical leadership skills and solid understanding of today's theory they need to become effective business leaders in today's turbulent times with Daft's "Leadership, 5E, International Edition". Acclaimed author Richard Daft helps your students explore the latest thinking in leadership theory and contemporary practices at work within organizations throughout the world. This edition more closely connects theory to recent world events, such as the Wall Street meltdown, ethical scandals, and political turmoil. Students examine emerging topics, including enhancing emotional intelligence, leadership vision and courage, leading virtual teams, and open innovation. Packed with memorable examples and unique insights into actual leadership decisions, this edition now offers full-color visuals to reinforce the book's engaging presentation. This edition's proven applications, specifically designed for today's leadership theory and applications course, and a solid foundation grounded in established scholarly research make the topic of leadership come alive for your students.
Table of Contents
Part I: INTRODUCTION TO LEADERSHIP. 1. What Does It Mean to Be a Leader? Part II: RESEARCH PERSPECTIVES ON LEADERSHIP. 2. Traits, Behaviors, and Relationships. 3. Contingency Approaches to Leadership. Part III: THE PERSONAL SIDE OF LEADERSHIP. 4. The Leader as an Individual. 5. Leadership Mind and Heart. 6. Courage and Moral Leadership. 7. Followership. Part IV: THE LEADER AS A RELATIONSHIP BUILDER. 8. Motivation and Empowerment. 9. Leadership Communication. 10. Leading Teams. 11. Developing Leadership Diversity. 12. Leadership Power and Influence. Part V: THE LEADER AS A SOCIAL ARCHITECT. 13. Creating Vision and Strategic Direction. 14. Shaping Culture and Values. 15. Leading Change.
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