The leadership challenge : how to make extraordinary things happen in organizations / James M. Kouzes, Barry Z. Posner
Imprint
Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2017]
Edition
Sixth edition
Descript
xv, 378 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
SUMMARY
The leadership book that outshines them all, completely revised for today's business realities with more international examples and a laser focus on business issues. Grounded in extensive research, it captures the continuing interest in leadership as a critical aspect of human organizations. Kouzes and Posner, the premier leadership experts working today, demonstrate how visionary leaders accomplish extraordinary things, and they address current challenges such as the new cynicism, the electronic global village, and the shift to team-oriented work relationships
CONTENT
Introduction : Making extraordinary things happen in organizations -- What leaders do and what constituents expect. When leaders are at their best -- Credibility is the foundation of leadership -- Model the way. Clarify values -- Set the example -- Inspire a shared vision. Envision the future -- Enlist others -- Challenge the process. Search for opportunities -- Experiment and take risks -- Enable others to act. Foster collaboration -- Strengthen others -- Encourage the heart. Recognize contributions -- Celebrate the values and victories -- Leadership is everyone's business