Description
Book SynopsisThis third edition is a thoroughly revised and updated version of the bestselling text for undergraduate leadership courses. This book is designed for college students to help them understand that they are capable of being effective leaders and guide them in developing their leadership potential.
Trade Review"Students have a chance to learn leadership theory in a personal, practical and interactive way as they experience this book. [
Exploring Leadership] provides important background of strengths-based approaches and their application to school and work settings." —Connie Rath, vice chair and dean, The Gallup Organization
"This edition of
Exploring Leadership will inspire students to engage in deeper self-exploration about why they lead and how they can make a positive difference through their leadership. The book provides a comprehensive treatment of leadership, complete with cutting-edge scholarship, applications, and reflections from students. I recommend it highly." —Carol S. Pearson, president, Pacifica Graduate Institute, and author,
The Hero Within and
The Transforming Leader "There is a reason this book is in its third edition: It is a thoughtful and practical guide designed for college students who want to study leadership, perchance become leaders themselves. Most importantly, the authors offer critical advice to young, potential leaders for leading effectively in a rapidly changing world." —Jean Lipman-Blumen, Thornton F. Bradshaw Professor of Public Policy and professor of organizational behavior, Graduate School of Management, Claremont Graduate University
Table of ContentsPreface vii
Acknowledgments xv
The Authors xix
Part I: Leadership for a Changing World
1. An Introduction to Leadership 3
2. The Changing Nature of Leadership 41
3. The Relational Leadership Model 93
Part II: Exploring Your Potential for Leadership
4. Understanding Yourself 151
5. Understanding Others 187
6. Leading with Integrity 237
Part III: Context for the Practice of Leadership
7. Being in Communities 285
8. Interacting in Teams and Groups 309
9. Understanding and Renewing Complex Organizations 353
Part IV: Making a Difference with Leadership
10. Understanding Change 405
11. Strategies for Change 443
12. Thriving Together 497
References 525
Author Index 551
Subject Index 559
