Description
Book SynopsisThe devastating effects of toxic work environments are top news. Everyone seems to understand that healthy organizations nurture flourishing individuals and societies--flourishing that Jesus desires for all of us. How can Christian business and ministry leaders create a positive organizational culture and identity? Justin Irving has spent twenty years studying, teaching, and reflecting on organizational leadership. Drawing wisdom from the Bible, contemporary leadership theory, and the insights of over two hundred executive leaders, Irving provides a theological framework that makes human flourishing the driving motivation for leading organizations well. He helps readers invest in their own growth to become leaders who motivate, inspire, and nurture. But he broadens the view to help readers see how different levels of leadership--the dynamics and interdependence of teams and of the whole organization--work together. He then offers practical insights on building teams, culture, and effective communication and on navigating the storms of crisis and change.
Table of ContentsList of Illustrations
Part 1: Wisdom for Organizational Leaders
1. Defining Organizational Leadership
2. A Vision for Human and Organizational Flourishing
Part 2: The Leader and Thriving Organizations
3. The Character of Healthy Organizational Leaders
4. The Commitments of Healthy Organizational Leaders
Part 3: The Role of People and Teams within Thriving Organizations
5. The Care and Cultivation of Team Members
6. Collaboration and Team Alignment
Part 4: Leadership Priorities for Thriving Organizations
7. Communication, Clarity, and Conviction in the Thriving Organization
8. Culture and Thriving Organizations
9. Crisis Leadership and Facing Organizational Challenges and Threats
10. Change Leadership and a Thriving Future for the Organization
Appendix A: Overview of Codes, Categories, and Themes for the First Survey Question
Appendix B: Priorities for Healthy Leaders
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