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The inspirational leader /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Adair, John Eric, 1934- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London ; Sterling, VA : Kogan Page, 2003.
Subjects:
Leadership.
Leadership
Online Access:Table of contents
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Table of Contents:
  • Pt. 1. THE THREE BASIC APPROACHES
  • Leadership characteristics
  • On enthusiasm
  • Pt. 2. THE AUTHORITY OF KNOWING
  • Key leadership functions
  • Designated leaders
  • Sharing decisions
  • Pt. 3. LEVELS OF LEADERSHIP
  • Practical wisdom
  • Leaders and managers
  • The challenge of change
  • People need leaders
  • Pt. 4. GIVING AND RECEIVING
  • The importance of being fair
  • The implicit contract
  • Triangular relations
  • What transforms people
  • Pt. 5. BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY
  • On human nature
  • Spirit within
  • The use of spirits
  • Pt. 6. THE COMMON TASK
  • Service to others
  • Three great values
  • A sense of purpose
  • On vision
  • The need for challenge
  • Moral authority
  • Pt. 7. PULLING THE THREADS TOGETHER
  • The parable of flight
  • Inner greatness
  • The effects of trust
  • Pt. 8. THE WHY QUESTION
  • The key of morale
  • What motivates individuals
  • The inspired moments
  • Pt. 9. THE TEST OF LEADERSHIP
  • Dealers in hope
  • A faith for leaders
  • TOWARDS EXCELLENCE.