Offering a straightforward introduction to the basic principles of leadership, the <b>Second Edition</b> of <b>Introduction to Leadership</b> focuses on providing readers with practical strategies for becoming better leaders. An applied text by the author of the SAGE best-seller <b>Leadership: Theory and Practice, Fifth Edition</b>, this text provides the much needed how-to component of leading for students in leadership courses. <p>This new <b>Second Edition</b> is also available in an interactive ebook format as well as the traditional printed text. Click <a href="http://www.uk.sagepub.com/books/Book235823?" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a> to find out more and to take a demo of the e-book!</p> <p>Three interactive components in every chapter: self-assessment questionnaires, observational exercises, and reflection and action worksheets get readers actively involved in applying leadership concepts to their own lives. Grounded in leadership theory, yet accessible and reader-friendly, this book covers a fundamental aspect of leadership in each chapter and illustrates its application in real leadership situations. A final chapter discusses the key topic of ethics in leadership.</p> <p>Key features of the <b>Second Edition</b></p> <p>- Looks at one quality of leadership per chapter, making it easier for readers to understand and apply material to their own lives</p> <p>- Uses examples and case studies to illustrate each fundamental aspect of leadership (creating a vision, listening to out-group members, and overcoming obstacles, for example)</p> <p>- Encourages readers to complete a Self-Assessment Questionnaire before reading each chapter to explore their own leadership styles and preferences</p> <p>- Guides readers in examining behaviours of leaders from their own lives through each chapter’s Observational Exercise</p> <p>- Includes Reflection and Action Worksheets that encourage readers to reflect upon their own leadership styles and identify an action plan for improving their leadership skills.</p>