Leadership in Organizations, Global Edition

For undergraduate and graduate-level courses in leadership. An exploration of what makes an effective leader Leadership in Organizations, 9th Edition provides a balance of theory and practice as it covers the major theories and research on leadership and managerial effectiveness in formal organisations. Rather than detailing an endless series of studies or prescribing exactly how leaders must operate, it sticks to the major findings and offers recommendations for improving managerial effectiveness. Using this approach, readers understand the implications of their decisions and can determine the best courses of action specific to the situation. With new examples, citations, and guidelines for better clarity and presentation, the text is a relevant and useful tool for students who expect to become managers in the near future. The full text downloaded to your computer

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Inhalt

• 1. The Nature of Leadership
• 2. Leadership Behavior
• 3. The Leadership Situation and Adaptive Leadership
• 4. Decision Making and Empowerment by Leaders
• 5. Leading Change and Innovation
• 6. Power and Influence Tactics
• 7. Leader Traits and Skills
• 8. Charismatic and Transformational Leadership
• 9. Values-Based and Ethical Leadership
• 10. Dyadic Relations and Followers
• 11. Leadership in Teams and Decision Groups
• 12. Strategic Leadership in Organizations
• 13. Cross-Cultural Leadership and Diversity
• 14. Developing Leadership Skills
• 15. Overview and Integration