A Path to Leadership: The Heroic Follower

A Path to Leadership: The Heroic Follower

by Robert Palestini Ed.D Professor of Educational Leadership Emeritus; Former Dean of Graduate and C
A Path to Leadership: The Heroic Follower

A Path to Leadership: The Heroic Follower

by Robert Palestini Ed.D Professor of Educational Leadership Emeritus; Former Dean of Graduate and C

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Overview

'What are the characteristics of an effective leader? What leadership behaviors lead to success? What is the very best leadership style?' These questions have been posed by countless scholars in an attempt to find the most effective leadership style. Though many books have been written on this topic, all have failed to include the traits of an effective follower. In this book, the author offers six habits or behaviors of highly effective followers: purpose, responsibility, communication, flexibility, integrity, and sensitivity. Includes: _ A checklist at the end of each chapter to help readers assess whether they have mastered the information read _ A 70-question survey to help readers whether they exhibit the six qualities of an effective follower This helpful guide will assist anyone in the field to develop qualities that are necessary to become a highly effective person in his/her personal and professional life.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781578863198
Publisher: R&L Education
Publication date: 02/14/2006
Pages: 280
Product dimensions: 7.08(w) x 8.84(h) x 0.89(d)

About the Author

Robert H. Palestini is dean of graduate and continuing studies at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia. He has been in the field of education for more than 40 years as a teacher, principal, and superintendent.

Table of Contents

Part 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Back to Basics! Chapter 3 Start the Race Knowing Where the Finish Line Is! Chapter 4 It's Not Always the Teacher's Fault! Chapter 5 Don't Contribute to the Communication Gap! Chapter 6 Be the Change that You Seek in Others! Chapter 7 Do Unto Others...! Chapter 8 Have a Heart! Chapter 9 Putting it All Together... and Keeping it Going! Chapter 10 Implications for Organizational Development Part 11 Appendix A: The Mind & Heart Smart Diagnosis Model
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