Based on a case study of leadership communication in a time of organizational change, this book gives new leaders insights into the tools and skills needed to become effective, motivating communicators in their leadership careers. Taking a holistic approach to communication and leadership, the book argues that employees buy in to change when they collectively feel engaged in meaningful work that will enrich the lives of customers, employees, and investors. Based on ethnographic research, it approaches the topic through an absorbing fiction-like retelling of an organization’s successful navigation of change against the backdrop of the 2007 mortgage crisis. In doing so, it establishes a framework for leaders to understand the principles behind how and why buy-in is generated in organizations. This unique approach allows readers to visualize leadership communication principles in practice. Fostering Employee Buy-in is ideal as a supplementary text in introductory leadership communication, management, and business courses or as a text for new leaders interested in inspiring organizational change.

This book presents the findings, applications, and theoretical underpinnings of a unique leadership communication model: motivating language theory. Drawing from management, social science, and communication theories, motivating language theory demonstrates how leader-to-follower speech improves employee and organizational well-being and drives positive workplace outcomes (such as employee performance, retention, and job satisfaction) in a wide array of settings. It presents an integrated model based on empirical findings and theoretical developments from the past three decades to explore the three dimensions of motivating language: direction giving language, empathetic language, and meaning-making language. It will be a comprehensive source for its empirical relationships, generalizability, theoretical basis, and future directions for research and practice.

'The Effective Change Manager' is designed for change management practitioners, employers, authors, academics and anyone with an interest in the evolving professional discipline of change management. The first edition, 'The Change Management Body of Knowledge (CMBoK©)', drew on the experience of more than six hundred change management professionals in thirty countries. This second edition has grown that base to over 900 contributors and reviewers. 'The Effective Change Manager' describes the underpinning knowledge areas that change managers must know and understand to be effective in their change practice. It also describes the evolution of the change management practice as it starts to mature. The Change Management Institute operates as a global leader in strengthening, connecting and advancing the change management profession. It is committed to assisting members in developing Capability, Credibility and Connections in their pursuit of professional excellence. The Change Management Institute is an independent professional organization that is uniquely positioned to promote and advance the interests of Change Management.

Purpose Driven Leadership Building and Fostering Effective Teams is a practical guide to becoming a great leader and putting together a high performing team. Everything we do in life involves teamwork in some form - family, marriage, community and work. Your leadership vision is only sustainable via team effort. A strong team starts with effective leadership. In this book you will learn: How to Build a High Performing Team Strategies to Improve Employee Engagement Why Diversity and Inclusion Matters Leadership Styles to embrace that will take you from Good to Great How to Transform Yourself into the Leader your Team needs you to be I have put together all the best strategies that have been researched and tested for you to achieve remarkable success.

Leadership Communication guides current and potential leaders in developing the communication capabilities needed to be transformational leaders. It brings together managerial communication and concepts of emotional intelligence to create a new model of communication skills and strategies for corporate leaders.

Understanding the Role of Communication in LeadershipIn today's fast-paced and interconnected world, effective communication is an essential skill for successful leadership. Whether you are a CEO, a team leader, or an aspiring entrepreneur, the ability to communicate effectively can make or break your leadership journey. This subchapter aims to explore the pivotal role of communication in leadership and demonstrate how it can benefit individuals from all walks of life. Communication lies at the heart of leadership, serving as a powerful tool to inspire, motivate, and influence others. A leader's words have the potential to shape minds, build trust, and create a shared vision. By mastering the art of communication, leaders can foster stronger relationships with their teams and stakeholders, leading to increased productivity, collaboration, and ultimately, success. One of the most significant benefits of effective communication, particularly public speaking, is the ability to inspire and persuade others. Public speaking allows leaders to deliver compelling speeches that resonate with their audience, conveying their vision and goals with clarity and passion. Whether addressing a small team or speaking in front of a large crowd, skilled public speakers have the power to captivate, engage, and motivate others towards a shared purpose. Moreover, effective communication skills enable leaders to build trust and credibility. By being open, transparent, and empathetic in their interactions, leaders can create an environment of psychological safety, where team members feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, ideas, and concerns. This fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, as individuals feel valued and heard. Additionally, communication plays a crucial role in conflict resolution and problem-solving. Leaders who can communicate effectively can navigate challenging situations, bridge gaps in understanding, and find win-win solutions. By facilitating open and honest dialogue, leaders can foster an environment where conflicts are addressed constructively, leading to improved teamwork and organizational harmony. Lastly, communication skills are not limited to traditional leadership roles. The ability to communicate effectively is valuable for individuals in all walks of life. Whether you are a student, a parent, or an employee, mastering communication skills can enhance your personal and professional relationships, boost your confidence, and open doors to new opportunities.

Training for frontline managers and supervisors is being ignored as a business improvement tactic at the worst possible time. As management jobs become increasingly complex, we continue to be inundated with the latest methods for improving job performance, along with less time to sort through all this information. Focused on interpersonal management skills, Leadership Basics for Frontline Managers: Tips for Raising Your Level of Effectiveness and Communication explains what it takes to improve how you communicate and relate to your employees, customers, and bosses. It presents 25 chapters grouped into four categories: Personal Effectiveness, Leadership, Communication, and Your Career. After reading this book, you will better understand: How to deal with information overload The best ways to manage during tough times How to handle difficult co-workers How to run more effective meetings The basics of giving and receiving feedback How to manage your career more effectively Each chapter dissects a different management skill and concludes with a list of bullet points to help you take action immediately. By illustrating key concepts with scenarios drawn from a range of work situations, this book is an ideal reference for: Anyone new to a management position Experienced managers who want to sharpen their leadership skills Managers who find themselves managing a diverse group of employees Because the chapters were written to stand on their own, this book supplies guidance you can easily read in short chunks, a few minutes at a time. While the book draws on contemporary management theory, the bulk of the writing stems from the author's real-world experience as a facilitator, trainer, writer, coach, and program designer in both the private and public sectors.