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Book SynopsisThe fundamental concepts of leadership that will guide, inspire and reassure aspiring or established leaders.Designed to challenge and inspire anyone who is seeking a deeper understanding of management,
Lessons in Leadership provides a series of reflections on the very fundamentals of leadership as a management function.In the midst of current global concerns about the quality of leadership, this book is both a practical handbook and a vital contribution to the ongoing debate about what kind of leadership we should be encouraging in today's volatile and uncertain world.Sometimes it's easy to lose sight of the basics in this dynamic sector. To help steer both current and future leaders to greatness, John Adair has distilled his vast experience into 12 key guiding concepts, including: Leading from the front; Integrity; The strategic leader; Warmth and humanity; and Sharing dangers and hardships.Leadership and change go hand in hand
Trade ReviewJohn Adair takes us on an evocative journey from the origins of leadership thought … to reflections on practical wisdom and judgment. In doing so, he achieves his humble aim of sowing within us the seeds of inspiration. -- Phil James * Chief Executive, The Institute of Leadership & Management *
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 First thoughts 2 Leading from the Front 3 Sharing dangers and hardships 4 Discovering the Three-Circles model 5 The role of leader 6 A general framework 7 Enthusiasm 8 Integrity 9 Tough and demanding but fair 10 Warmth and humanity 11 Humility 12 The strategic leader 13 Practical Wisdom 14 What the leader believes and hopes Conclusion
