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Examine the keys to leadership success with the practical, skill-building approach found in DuBrin's LEADERSHIP: RESEARCH FINDINGS, PRACTICE AND SKILLS, 10E. This edition balances current research and theories with the latest applications from successful practitioners in today's business world. New and updated, popular self-assessment quizzes and the latest skill-building exercises help you inventory and strengthen your own leadership qualities and personal competencies. An engaging narrative highlights stories of leadership in familiar companies, such as UPS, Best Buy, Salesforce, Kohl�s and GM. This edition provides more opportunities than any other book of its kind to apply the principles you've just learned in cases and experiential exercises. MindTap digital resources are also available to help you refine your knowledge and leadership skills as you develop the confidence to become an effective leader. Cover Brief Contents Contents Preface Chapter 1: The Nature and Importance of Leadership The Meaning of Leadership The Impact of Leadership on Organizational Performance Leadership Roles The Satisfactions and Frustrations of Being a Leader A Framework for Understanding Leadership Skill Development in Leadership Followership: Being an Effective Group Member Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Action and Skill Development Notes Chapter 2: Traits, Motives, and Characteristics of Leaders Personality Traits of Effective Leaders Leadership Motives Cognitive Factors and Leadership The Influence of Heredity and Environment on Leadership The Strengths and Limitations of the Trait Approach Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Developments Notes Chapter 3: Charismatic and Transformational Leadership The Meanings of Charisma Characteristics of Charismatic Leaders The Communication Style of Charismatic Leaders The Development of Charisma Transformational Leadership The Impact of Transformational and Charismatic Leadership on Performance and Behavior Concerns About Charismatic and Transformational Leadership Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 4: Leadership Behaviors, Attitudes, and Styles The Classic Dimensions of Consideration and Initiating Structure Task-Related Attitudes and Behaviors Relationship-Oriented Attitudes and Behaviors Leadership Styles 360-Degree Feedback for Fine-Tuning a Leadership Approach Selecting the Best Leadership Style Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 5: Contingency and Situational Leadership Situational Influences on Effective Leadership Behavior Fiedler's Contingency Theory of Leadership Effectiveness The Path-Goal Theory of Leadership Effectiveness Leader-Member Exchange and Contingency Theory Leadership During a Crisis Evidence-Based Leadership for the Contingency and Situational Approach Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 6: Leadership Ethics and Social Responsibility Principles and Practices of Ethical and Moral Leadership Guidelines for Evaluating the Ethics of a Decision Providing Strategic Leadership of Ethics and Social Responsibility Ethical and Socially Responsible Behavior and Organizational Performance Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 7: Power, Politics, and Leadership Sources and Types of Power Tactics for Becoming an Empowering Leader Effective Delegation and Empowerment Factors That Contribute to Organizational Politics Political Tactics and Strategies Exercising Control over Dysfunctional Politics Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 8: Influence Tactics of Leaders A Model of Power and Influence Description and Explanation Description and Explanation Leadership Influence for Organizational Change Sequencing of Influence Tactics Implicit Leadership Theories and Leadership Influence Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 9: Developing Teamwork The Leader's Role in the Team-Based Organization Leader Actions That Foster Teamwork Offsite Training and Team Development The Leader-Member Exchange Model and Teamwork Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 10: Motivation and Coaching Skills Leadership and Employee Engagement Expectancy Theory and Motivational Skills Goal Theory Using Recognition and Pride to Motivate Others Coaching as an Approach to Motivation Key Characteristics of Coaching Executive Coaching and Leadership Effectiveness Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 11: Creativity, Innovation, and Leadership Steps in the Creative Process Characteristics of Creative Leaders Overcoming Traditional Thinking as a Creativity Strategy Organizational Methods to Enhance Creativity and Innovation Establishing a Climate and Culture for Creative Thinking Leadership Practices for Enhancing Creativity and Innovation Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 12: Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills Communication Networks for Leaders Inspirational and Powerful Communication Basic Principles of Persuasion Avoiding Selective Listening to Problems Overcoming Cross-Cultural Communication Barriers The Leader's Role in Resolving Conflict and Negotiating Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Actions and Skill Development Notes Chapter 13: Strategic Leadership and Knowledge Management Organizational Agility, Business Strategy, and Knowledge Management The Development of Business Strategy Conducting a SWOT Analysis A Sampling of Business Strategies Formulated by Leaders Knowledge Management and the Learning Organization Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Action and Skill Development Notes Chapter 14: International and Culturally Diverse Aspects of Leadership The Advantages of Managing for Diversity Cultural Factors Influencing Leadership Practice Cultural Sensitivity Global Leadership Skills Leadership Initiatives for Achieving Cultural Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Action and Skill Development Notes Chapter 15: Leadership Development and Succession Development Through Self-Awareness and Self-Discipline Development Through Education, Experience, and Mentoring Leadership Development Programs Leadership Succession Summary Key Terms Guidelines for Action and Skill Development Notes Name Index Company Index Subject Index Glossary