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Edition Number6
LCCN2023-038761
Dewey Edition22
ReviewsThe book is a staple for an introductory course on leadership. The author introduces theory in manageable chunks and provides valuable support with questionnaires, snap shots and case studies, making the work come alive for students., The book provides an accessible overview of the various components of leadership. The chapters are easy to understand, very practical, and arent bogged down with nuanced details. It gives the big picture information about what it means to be a good leader and how to develop those skills., It is an excellent text and includes an excellent learning platform (SAGE Vantage) that integrates easily with any Learning Management System. Theoretical research is covered, but students also have the opportunity to complete self-assessments and are given feedback for practical application on those assessments. The instructional resources are fantastic - PowerPoint slides, lecture notes, case studies, class activities, web exercises, and a test bank. In addition, students love SAGE Vantage. Each section of a chapter is broken up into manageable reading with Knowledge Checks and Video Activities to immediately assess learning., This book is straightforward, simple, and accessible. It is easy to read, meaning that for undergrad classes, its a great text for the class. For graduate classes, it allows entre to the topic of leadership and since it is easy to read, its no problem to also assign additional reading that delves into the specific topic of the course., This text provides a great start in introducing students to leadership theory with some hands on activities for reflection and connection to their own practical experiences. It provides examples of leaders, case studies and suggested steps for solving leadership challenges in and out of the classroom., If you want to use a textbook that presents leadership concepts that are challenging and make your students stop and think then this is the textbook you need for your course. The textbook also highlights real-world examples so students can apply to their current lives, families, communities, career and future careers. In addition the writings are clearly articulated and easy to read. We need to give our students the tools they need to be successful and impactful leaders in the real-world and this textbook is their 'toolbox' in helping them strive and thrive as leaders., Northouses Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practiceis among the best primers available on the subject. Well-grounded in up-to-date leadership theory based on the latest research, it is at the same time elegantly practical. This book is aimed at leadership practitioners seeking an accessible text thats more substantive and comprehensive than a mass media leadership self-help guide., It provides a basic but solid overview of the discipline of Organizational Leadership. It is easy to read and understand. Students like the text and feel that they are immediately able to apply what they have learned., A great introduction textbook to demystify the concepts of leadership and who can/should be leaders. The short inventory in each chapter to help students assess their own strengths and areas of development.
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Dewey Decimal303.3/4
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
Table Of ContentPrefaceAcknowledgmentsAbout the AuthorChapter 1: Understanding Leadership Ways of Viewing LeadershipLeadership and ManagementLeadership and CultureLeadership's "Dark Side"Understanding Effective LeadershipChapter 2: Recognizing Your Traits Leadership Traits ExplainedLeadership Traits in PracticeChapter 3: Understanding Leadership Styles Leadership Philosophy ExplainedLeadership Styles ExplainedLeadership Styles in PracticeChapter 4: Attending to Tasks and Relationships Task and Relationship Styles ExplainedTask and Relationship Leadership in PracticeChapter 5: Developing Leadership Skills Administrative Skills ExplainedInterpersonal Skills ExplainedConceptual Skills ExplainedChapter 6: Engaging Strengths Strengths-Based Leadership ExplainedStrengths-Based Leadership in PracticeChapter 7: Creating a Vision Vision ExplainedVision in PracticeChapter 8: Working With Groups Groups ExplainedGroups in PracticeChapter 9: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion Diversity and Inclusion ExplainedInclusion FrameworkDiversity and Inclusion in PracticeChapter 10: Managing Conflict Conflict ExplainedManaging Conflict in PracticeChapter 11: Addressing Ethics in Leadership Leadership Ethics ExplainedLeadership Ethics in PracticeCulture and Leadership EthicsChapter 12: Exploring Destructive Leadership Destructive Leadership ExplainedConfronting Destructive Leadership in PracticeGlossary of Key TermsReferencesIndex
SynopsisPeter G. NorthousesIntroduction to Leadership, Sixth Edition provides 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., New chapter on Working with Groups!The Sixth Edition of Peter G. Northouses best-selling Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice provides 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 allow readers to apply leadership concepts to their own lives.Grounded in leadership theory and the latest research, the fully updated, highly practical new edition includes a new chapter on working with groups, 2 new cases, and 6 new Leadership Snapshots., New chapter on Working with Groups! The Sixth Edition of Peter G. Northouses best-selling Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice provides 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 allow readers to apply leadership concepts to their own lives. Grounded in leadership theory and the latest research, the fully updated, highly practical new edition includes a new chapter on working with groups, 2 new cases, and 6 new Leadership Snapshots.
LC Classification NumberHM1261.N667 2025