‘Diagnosis: A Key Skill for Leadership (Transforming Managers into Inspirational Leaders)’ is a comprehensive guide for leaders and managers looking to enhance their diagnostic skills in the context of Leadership. The book explores the importance of assessing an individual's development level, understanding their competence and commitment, and adapting leadership styles accordingly. Through practical examples, tools, and strategies, readers learn how to diagnose development levels effectively, tailor their leadership approach to meet individual needs, and lead with confidence. Each chapter offers actionable insights, interactive exercises, and reflection questions to help readers apply the concepts in their own leadership practice. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a frontline manager, this book will empower you to become a more effective leader and achieve greater success in leading your team.

Do people see you as the kind of leader you want to be? Are your strongest leadership qualities getting in the way of your greatness? After decades of advising and inspiring some of the most eminent chief executives in the world, Lolly Daskal has uncovered a startling pattern: within each leader are powerful abilities that are also hidden impediments to greatness. She’s witnessed many highly driven, overachieving leaders rise to prominence fueled by well-honed skill sets, only to falter when the shadow sides of the same skills emerge. Now Daskal reveals her proven system, which leaders at any level can apply to dramatically improve their results. It begins with identifying your distinctive leadership archetype and recognizing its shadow: ■ The Rebel, driven by confidence, becomes the Imposter, plagued by self-doubt. ■ The Explorer, fueled by intuition, becomes the Exploiter, master of manipulation. ■ The Truth Teller, who embraces candor, becomes the Deceiver, who creates suspicion. ■ The Hero, embodying courage, becomes the Bystander, an outright coward. ■ The Inventor, brimming with integrity, becomes the Destroyer, who is morally corrupt. ■ The Navigator, trusts and is trusted, becomes the Fixer, endlessly arrogant. ■ The Knight, for whom loyalty is everything, becomes the Mercenary, who is perpetually self-serving. Using psychology, philosophy, and her own experience, Daskal offers a breakthrough perspective on leadership. She’ll take you inside some of the most cloistered boardrooms, let you in on deeply personal conversations with industry leaders, and introduce you to luminaries who’ve changed the world. Her insights will help you rethink everything you know to become the leader you truly want to be.

In ‘31 Leadership Lessons from Jesus -The Supreme Leader’ this insightful book takes readers on an empowering journey through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ to discover profound and timeless leadership lessons. Drawing from biblical references and examples, each of the 31 chapters illuminates essential qualities that define authentic leadership, including purpose-driven vision, servant leadership, empowerment, effective communication, and embracing diversity. The book provides actionable steps and real-life examples to help leaders integrate these lessons into their leadership styles, fostering a positive work environment and inspiring their teams to reach their full potential. Whether leading a small team or a large organization, readers will find practical guidance on decision-making, conflict resolution, adaptability, and ethical leadership. ‘31 Leadership Lessons from Jesus -The Supreme Leader’ transcends religious boundaries, offering universal principles for transformative and compassionate leadership. Through the exploration of Jesus' exemplary life, readers will gain profound insights to leave a lasting legacy of impactful leadership in the corporate world and beyond.

Leadership of different kinds exists at many levels in the post-compulsory sector-from principles to programme leaders, administrative staff and even caretakers. Based around case studies of current leaders in post-compulsory education, this unique book explores a number of leadership models and styles in order to provide inspiration and guidance for the next wave of potential leaders. * Captures authentic "voices of the leaders" * Includes examples of further, adult, community and prison education * Covers all type of leadership: charismatic leaders, academic leaders, spiritual leaders, women leaders, ethnic leaders, ethnic leaders, business leaders Presenting a wide and holistic view of leadership at different levels, this book is relevant for all potential and current leaders in post-compulsory education. By encouraging readers to review and reflect on the models described, the book will inspire leaders of the future to develop their own leadership styles and visions.

Whether you are learning to be a leader or looking to brush up your skills and lead with confidence, this practical guide is the perfect companion. DK Essential Managers: Leadership is systematically divided into theoretical and practical knowledge. Early chapters define what is leadership, the role of a good leader, the qualities you must possess as a leader, and the challenges you may face. Later sections of the book will help you improve your leadership skills by establishing a vision, inspiring others, and championing high performance. You'll learn to focus your energy, build relationships, and develop strategies. This wealth of information is supported with statistics, brief case studies, and colorful graphics and charts that bring the topic to life. This indispensable volume is part of DK's Essential Managers series that offers the know-how you need to be a more effective manager and hone your management style. In a slim, portable format, DK Essential Managers: Leadership gives you a practical "how-to" approach with step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists, and "ask yourself" features that show you how to focus your energy, manage change, and make an impact. About DK Essential Managers: The DK Essential Managers series covers a range of business and management topics and have sold more than 1.9 million copies worldwide. Each guide is clearly presented for ease of reference, with visual pointers, tips, and graphics. The handy pocket format slips easily into a briefcase or portfolio.

The Future of Nursing explores how nurses' roles, responsibilities, and education should change significantly to meet the increased demand for care that will be created by health care reform and to advance improvements in America's increasingly complex health system. At more than 3 million in number, nurses make up the single largest segment of the health care work force. They also spend the greatest amount of time in delivering patient care as a profession. Nurses therefore have valuable insights and unique abilities to contribute as partners with other health care professionals in improving the quality and safety of care as envisioned in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) enacted this year. Nurses should be fully engaged with other health professionals and assume leadership roles in redesigning care in the United States. To ensure its members are well-prepared, the profession should institute residency training for nurses, increase the percentage of nurses who attain a bachelor's degree to 80 percent by 2020, and double the number who pursue doctorates. Furthermore, regulatory and institutional obstacles-including limits on nurses' scope of practice-should be removed so that the health system can reap the full benefit of nurses' training, skills, and knowledge in patient care. In this book, the Institute of Medicine makes recommendations for an action-oriented blueprint for the future of nursing.