Table of Contents

1. The Nature and Importance of Leadership.
2. Traits, Motives, and Characteristics of Leaders.
3. Charismatic and Transformational Leadership.
4. Leadership Behaviors, Attitudes, and Styles.
5. Contingency and Situational Leadership.
6. Leadership Ethics and Social Responsibility.
7. Power, Politics, and Leadership.
8. Influence Tactics of Leaders.
9. Developing Teamwork.
10. Motivation and Coaching Skills.
11. Creativity, Innovation, and Leadership.
12. Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills.
13. Strategic Leadership and Knowledge Management.
14. International and Culturally Diverse Aspects of Leadership.
15. Leadership, Development, and Succession.

About the Author

Andrew J. DuBrin is professor emeritus of management in the E. Philip Saunders College of Business at the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he served as department chairman and team leader. Dr. DuBrin has taught courses and conducted research in leadership, management, organizational behavior and career management. He has presented at other colleges, career schools and universities. Dr. DuBrin received his Ph.D. in industrial psychology from Michigan State University. He has experience in human resource management and is a business and personal consultant in career management, leadership and management development. Dr. DuBrin is an established author of both textbooks and trade books, and he regularly contributes to professional journals and online media. He has written texts on leadership, management, human resource management, organizational behavior, human relations and political behavior in organizations. His trade books address management issues from charisma, team play and office politics to overcoming career self-sabotage and big-picture thinking.