Effective Leadership

 

"[This text] provides what is missing from most leadership texts. It is a cognitive, behavioral, and affective foundation for leadership practice that has been sorely lacking in the leadership literature." 

 

-- Anthony Andenoro
"I really like what I have seen so far, particularly the emphasis on emotions/feelings and the author′s invitations (via self-disclosure of stories) for personal reflection—quite different from the ethos of other leadership texts I′ve seen..." -- Deborah Litvin
"…Readable, evidence-based, balanced coverage of topics, most key topics are addressed. The author has done a terrific job of identifying and summarizing a broad array of relevant research spanning several decades. Readers will have an excellent understanding of the nuances associated with the text’s topics." -- Lucy Arendt
"The cases are vivid and intriguing. The case study approach is incredibly effective and increases the appeal of this book to a broader audience...The comprehensive inclusion of case studies and anecdotes makes this text unique, engaging, and interesting. The author found a way to make an important and novel contribution to the textbook world." -- Emily Balcetis
"[The Put it in Practice feature is] very good overall—the most useful for students looking for guidance and a distillation of what was covered…" -- Luigi Lucaccini
"I particularly liked the coverage of identity, charisma, and power. These subjects are discussed in more depth than I have found in other leadership texts."  -- Jon R. Whitford
"I am an instructor and a political consultant, and I study leadership through theory and application. This is one of the most true-to-life leadership books that also combines theory and application. It gives students a real good perspective on what leaders think and do." -- Sheneice M. Hughes
"The author’s writing style and spot-on examples and cases bring the material to life. The author is an extremely talented writer…This text reads like a business ‘best seller’. I was thoroughly entranced by this book and couldn’t wait to read more of it. I would recommend it to students and leader/manager practitioners. The summaries of research studies are excellent and can be put to immediate practical use.  This is the best book on overall leadership (text or otherwise) that I have ever read." -- Machelle K. Schro