Description
Book SynopsisIncludes new chapter on Working with Groups!
The
Sixth Editionof Peter G. Northouse's best-selling
Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practiceprovides readers with a clear, concise overview of the complexities of practicing leadership and concrete strategies for becoming better leaders. The text is organized around key leader responsibilities such as creating a vision, engaging strengths, and managing conflict. Case studies, self-assessment questionnaires, observational exercises, and reflection and action worksheets engage readers to apply leadership concepts to their own lives. Grounded in leadership theory and the latest research, the fully updated, highly practical Sixth Edition includes a new chapter on working with groups, 2 new cases, and 6 new Leadership Snapshots.
Table of ContentsChapter 1: Understanding Leadership Chapter 2: Recognizing Your Traits Chapter 3: Understanding Leadership Styles Chapter 4: Attending to Tasks and Relationships Chapter 5: Developing Leadership Skills Chapter 6: Engaging Strengths Chapter 7: Creating a Vision Chapter 8: Working with Groups Chapter 9: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion Chapter 10: Managing Conflict Chapter 11: Addressing Ethics in Leadership Chapter 12: Exploring Destructive Leadership Glossary Index
