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Learn key leadership skills, grow as a leader, guide and inspire others!With this concise leadership textbook, you will learn about the main principles and practices of effective leadership in contemporary organizations and society, and develop your own leadership abilities.A comprehensive yet concise overview of leadership knowledge and principlesEssential leadership skills for working with peoplePractical exercises for boosting your own leadership skillsTested methods and tools for supporting effective leadership in different contextsBest-practice insights from successful leadership examplesContemporary leadership challenges (e.g. virtual teams, inclusion, leading change)Bonus learning materials on the companion websiteThe Concise Leadership Textbook is the ideal companion for students in business and management, as well as in other fields where leadership competences are required, and for professionals who aspire to leadership positions or want to strengthen their leadership abilities.
“Professor Pittino has produced a strong and much-needed guide to leadership that provides clear, concise and key information in a highly accessible way for the busy person.”
–Professor Peter Strokes, Professor of Leadership and Professional Development, De Montfort University (UK)
“In a clear and lucid manner, Daniel Pittino has done a masterful job of presenting the theory and practice of leadership. If you’re a rookie leader, or an experienced one looking to stay on course, this is the book for you. Its brevity promotes clarity, insight, and ultimately right action.”
–Louise Kelly, Ph.D., Professor of Management, University of La Verne (California),
author of the Dictionary of Strategy and the Psychologist Manager
“Daniel Pittino skillfully intertwines leadership research, case studies, and self-reflection while delivering an engaging and unpretentious read. Few leadership books can claim comprehensive coverage of the field and practice of leadership, so it is unexpected that such a brief textbook has achieved this.”
–Charmine E. J. Härtel, Ph.D., Associate Dean Research Impact, Professor and Director, The Opportunity Tech Lab, Inclusive Leadership & Entrepreneurship, Monash Business School, Monash University (Australia)
“Daniel Pittino presents a punchy yet detailed examination of leadership. He brilliantly weaves together research, examples, thoughtful figures, and short exercises to create a succinct book that is well-suited to students, professionals, and executives desiring to know more about leadership. The Concise Leadership Textbook is a masterclass in making progress together with other people—the measure of a good leader.”
–Mathew (Mat) Hughes, Ph.D., Schulze Distinguished Professor, Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Loughborough University (UK)
From the Publisher
The Concise Leadership Textbook—short, approachable and practical!
The short textbook for a new generation of leaders
Short, approachable, and practical, The Concise Leadership Textbook is the perfect introduction to the foundations of leadership knowledge including contemporary challenges like leading global virtual teams, creating more sustainable and inclusive organizations, and managing change in a highly dynamic environment.
Practical exercises for the classroom and for self-learning
The Concise Leadership Textbook combines a compact yet comprehensive overview of key findings from leadership research with practical applications, best-practice insights, and exercises for building and enhancing your personal leadership skills. It includes a range of self-assessment exercises.
Additional learning materials for students and lecturers
Additional learning materials are available on the book’s companion website, including mind maps, links to videos and additional web resources, and interactive flashcards for students, as well as PowerPoint slides for each chapter and a set of multiple-choice exam questions for lecturers.
Publisher : econcise (October 29, 2022)
Language : English
Paperback : 163 pages
ISBN-10 : 390338609X
ISBN-13 : 978-3903386099
Item Weight : 9.7 ounces
Dimensions : 6.14 x 0.41 x 9.21 inches
