{"product_id":"firsttime-leaders-of-small-groups-9780787986506","title":"FirstTime Leaders of Small Groups","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eFirst-Time Leaders of Small Groups\u003c\/i\u003e offers novice and experienced leaders the information they need to keep their members interested and involved, resolve conflicts and deal with difficult people, and ultimately have their group achieve results . . . quickly. The book includes four steps for preparing to lead (selecting members, setting the groundwork for high performance, planning, and establishing your leadership style) and four steps for taking the lead (starting right, working smart, coaching, and assessing). These steps will help you take the lead with confidence. \u003ci\u003eFirst-Time Leaders of Small Groups\u003c\/i\u003e is filled with illustrative examples of a wide range of small groups and provides clear suggestions for action. The book includes:  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eQuestions and answers based on research on what works well, and what does not\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiagnostics for determining your group's strengths and weaknesses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeadership challengesideas for overcoming common difficulties\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This book was written for a wide audience and the information is applicable in any group setting.\" (\u003ci\u003eNACADA\u003c\/i\u003e, Nov 20, 2007)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface.  \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART ONE: PREPARING TO LEAD.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1. Identifying Types of Groups and Their Leadership Challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2. Setting the Groundwork for a High-Performing Group.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3. Planning Your Group’s Development.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4. Determining Your Leadership Style.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART TWO: TAKING THE LEAD.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5. Getting Off to the Right Start.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6. Working Smart.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7. Helping Your Group Learn to Get Better.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8. Assessing Your Group’s Progress and Achievements.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Quick Start Guide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C:A Primer on Giving and Receiving Feedback .\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49527487168855,"sku":"9780787986506","price":36.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780787986506.jpg?v=1731868036","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/firsttime-leaders-of-small-groups-9780787986506","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}