Leadership For Dummies (US Edition)
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Yogi Berra said, leading is easy, the hard part is getting people to follow. Let this user-friendly guide show you the path to great leadership Eliciting cooperation from a group of people of any size―from a project team to an army―can be like trying to tap dance on quicksand. Although leadership might come easier to some people, it isn't necessarily something you have to be born with as you'll learn in this step-by-step guide to becoming a leader ― leaders are made, not born, and just about anybody can become an effective leader. Whether you aspire to being a leader, have had leadership thrust upon you, or are already a leader and want to be better at it, Leadership For Dummies is for you. Short on theory and long on practical strategies and surefire techniques, it arms you with what you need to: Build and flex your leadership muscles See opportunity amid change and crisis Develop your own leadership style Lead with effective communication and encouragement Recognize the ten telltale behaviors of true leaders Earn greater respect, success, and recognition Teacher, preacher, coach, project leader. . . no matter what specific leadership role you want to fill, Leadership For Dummies provides you with a solid foundation to hone your leadership chops and instill trust in those you lead. You'll discover: What it takes to be a leader and your own leadership potential Common misconceptions about leadership How to be flexible and adaptive without compromising your principles The ongoing process of leadership How to prepare to assume the role of leader Leadership in everyday life and how to take a more active role in your family, community, and the world at large What vision is and why it's so necessary to great leadership How to develop (and act on) your own vision How to create winning teams and keep them following your lead This friendly and accessible guide also explains types of leadership, roles leaders take on to get the job done, and how the realities of leadership can affect your everyday life. If you want to know all of that and get quick ideas about leadership and the art of persuading, grab your own copy of Leadership For Dummies today. Review: Leadership for Dummies - the content of the book is good even if a little simplistic, but for me there is just too much content on each page - a bit like a scatter gun effect, which detracts from the subject matter. However, if you want something which is highly visual and to dip in and out of, this is the book for you. Review: Just what the title says - I found this to be a useful introduction to leadership.
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M**E
Leadership for Dummies
the content of the book is good even if a little simplistic, but for me there is just too much content on each page - a bit like a scatter gun effect, which detracts from the subject matter. However, if you want something which is highly visual and to dip in and out of, this is the book for you.
L**J
Just what the title says
I found this to be a useful introduction to leadership.
J**N
When Followers Won't Follow
Leadership for Dummies®, by Marshall Loeb, former managing editor of Fortune and Money magazines, and Stephen Kindel, former president of Pull Technologies, is equally comprehensive and helpful as the recently released 4th edition of the Nonprofit Kit For Dummies . In describing three types of leadership styles (the chief strategist, the chief marketing officer, or the savior), the authors spotlight the New York Jets football coach, Bill Parcells, who inherited the team after a 1-15 loss/win record. His strategy: simplify the offense so cast-off quarterback Vinny Testaverde wouldn't throw so many interceptions. It worked and the Jets were in the playoffs after only two seasons under Parcells. Buy this one and you'll get hooked--and you might even ignore social media for a day. The content is excellent: * Ten Mistakes That Every Leader Makes ("Being a commander rather than a leader.") * "Plan for every contingency--and remember that you can't plan for every contingency." (from the perforated card stock "Cheat Sheet" in the front of the book) * When Followers Won't Follow (Symptom: "Never leave people wondering." Instead, institute a hard-and-fast policy that all questions will be answered within 48 hours.) And...be sure to also read the excellent book, Managing For Dummies .
G**N
Good gift!
I got this as a gift for a friend that was starting his journey as a manager. He really loves it!
J**R
Exactly what I was looking for..
Excellent material, a lot of good reading. IT has helped me a lot.
T**S
Five Stars
As described would up from again
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