Laura Galloway

Leadership

Perspectives from Practice

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This comprehensive and succinct book provides an overview of leadership theory and practice, focusing on practical application and contemporary issues such as gender, culture, ethics and diversity. Central to the book are the testimonies of eight leaders from around the world, who share perspectives on leadership gained from a diverse range of industries and companies. As you read, you're invited to reflect on your own personal experiences of leadership and how good leadership practices can benefit organisations and the people working within them. New to this edition: * New leadership testimonies from leaders in Denmark and the Netherlands. * New content on emotional intelligence, imposter syndrome, authenticity and cultural intelligence. * Updated content on women's leadership, the relationship between ethics and profits and the importance of Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental, Social and Governance in leadership. This is an essential text for MBA students of leadership, as well as undergraduate and postgraduates looking for an accessible guide to real-world leadership. The book is accompanied by a Teaching Guide and PowerPoint slides for lecturers. Laura Galloway PhD is Professor of Business and Enterprise at Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University and joint Editor-in-Chief of the  International Journal of Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Sage Publications Ltd
• 2 Revised edition
• Seitenzahl: 200
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. März 2026
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 242mm x 170mm
• ISBN-13: 9781036209018
• ISBN-10: 1036209016
• Artikelnr.: 75426120

Autorenporträt

Laura Galloway is Professor of Business and Enterprise and Dean (Arts, Humanities and Social Science) at Heriot-Watt University.

Inhaltsangabe

Chapter 1 Understanding leadership: Pioneering, influencing and motivating
Chapter 2 Traditional approaches to leadership
Chapter 3 Modern approaches to leadership
Chapter 4 New trends in undestanding leadership
Chapter 5 Leadership contexts: from theory to practice
Chapter 6 Leading and diversity
Chapter 7 Leading and culture
Chapter 8 Leading and ethics
Chapter 9 Developing leadership and developing leaders

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Introduction
Chapter 1 Understanding Leadership: Pioneering, Influencing and Motivating
Chapter 2 Traditional Approaches to Leadership
Chapter 3 Modern Approaches to Leadership
Chapter 4 New Trends in Understanding Leadership
Chapter 5 Leadership Contexts: From Theory to Practice
Chapter 6 Leading and Diversity
Chapter 7 Leading and Culture
Chapter 8 Leading and Ethics
Chapter 9 Developing Leadership and Developing Leaders
Conclusion

Rezensionen

"I appreciate the insight gained from hearing the perspectives of everyday leaders, emphasizing the human aspect of leadership."

"I appreciated the consistent reflection points throughout. They really aided in my understanding and linking of the theories to real life."

"I am particularly impressed with the book as it is presented in a very chronological manner, easy to read and easy to understand. It made my learning a lot easier."

"The book is structured in a extremely seamless information presentation way. There is a clear simple language for each theory, all theorists and scholars who have any idea about the same theory concluded by the "At its simplest". Then in an another titled paragraph for all the critique. Great Job."

"An excellent journey through the evolution of leadership with real-life examples reflecting what leaders and leadership means in modern world. The Ethical elements and cultural aspects were a refreshing addition."

Students of the MBA Leadership course 20240522