Leadership and Change for the Health Professional

This book offers vital insights into leadership and change, equipping healthcare professionals and students with practical strategies for effective management.

In Leadership and Change for the Health Professional, health professionals are presented with contemporary insights into leadership theory and research. The book identifies key barriers that can impede effective healthcare leadership and offers constructive strategies for leveraging the opportunities that change presents. Each chapter is structured to extract practical lessons aimed at fostering compassionate and safe leadership in healthcare settings.

The text serves as a valuable resource for leaders and students alike, covering a wide range of themes essential for effective leadership. Topics explored include the fundamentals of leadership as a 'calling', techniques for motivating employees, implicit leadership theory, and the importance of trust. Additionally, it delves into building learning organizations, addressing gender and equality issues, and effectively planning and organizing change within the healthcare sector.

By skillfully linking theory with practical application, the book includes real-world examples of research and offers helpful summaries and further reading suggestions. This makes Leadership and Change for the Health Professional an essential read for healthcare professionals engaged in clinical practice as well as students studying health care management and leadership.