Leadership Theory, 2nd Edition

Leadership Theory, 2nd Edition

by John P. Dugan
Released April 2024
Publisher(s): Jossey-Bass
ISBN: 9781394152100

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Book description

A comprehensive volume on leadership theories and their applications—with an emphasis on social justice

Leadership Theory: Cultivating Critical Perspectives is an interdisciplinary survey text designed for use in undergraduate or graduate classrooms. This trusted book provides an overview of essential theories in leadership studies, infusing critical commentary to enhance readers’ understanding and practice of leadership. The book uses compelling examples, reflective questions, and illustrations to cultivate your ability to engage as a critical learner. Powerful narratives from accomplished leaders around the world offer insights on the challenges and rewards of leadership.

This revised edition incorporates the latest research in the field of leadership, as well as substantial changes aimed at bringing increased cohesion to the text. New narratives lend a fresh and relevant tone that today’s learners will appreciate.

  • · Learn the fundamental concepts, origins, and evolution of 20+ leadership theories
  • · Understand the pros and cons of different leadership theories, so you can apply them wisely and effectively
  • · Consider the influences of ethics, justice, and social location on leadership
  • · Focus on leadership practices that promote social justice and equality

Students studying leadership, as well as professionals developing their leadership skills within specific disciplines, will gain a thorough appreciation of the real-world complexities of leadership and how the leading theories attempt to capture them.

 

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Title Page
  4. Copyright
  5. Dedication
  6. List of Tables and Figures
  7. Preface
    1. WHAT THIS BOOK OFFERS
    2. WHAT THIS BOOK IS NOT
    3. SUMMARY OF CONTENT
    4. A FEW CAVEATS
    5. THE AUDIENCE
  8. Acknowledgments
  9. About the Author
  10. 1 The Evolving Nature of Leadership
    1. WHY STUDY LEADERS AND LEADERSHIP?
    2. WHAT IS LEADERSHIP?
    3. MAPPING THE DEFINITIONAL TERRAIN
    4. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  11. 2 Critical Perspectives as Interpretative Frameworks
    1. LETTING GO OF THEORETICAL CERTAINTY
    2. WHAT IS CRITICAL SOCIAL THEORY?
    3. CENTRAL THEMES OF CRITICAL SOCIAL THEORY
    4. USING CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES AS INTERPRETATIVE TOOLS
    5. ESSENTIAL PREPARATION FOR APPLYING CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES
    6. BENEFITS OF USING CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES
    7. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  12. 3 Interpreting Leadership Theory Using Critical Perspectives
    1. CRITICAL SOCIAL THEORY AND LEADERSHIP
    2. EVOLUTION OF FORMAL LEADERSHIP THEORY
    3. THE LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE MODEL
    4. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  13. 4 Attribute‐Driven Theories
    1. TRAIT‐BASED LEADERSHIP
    2. STRENGTHS‐BASED LEADERSHIP
    3. IMPLICIT LEADERSHIP THEORY
    4. DECONSTRUCTING ATTRIBUTE‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    5. RECONSTRUCTING ATTRIBUTE‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    6. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  14. 5 Production‐Driven Theories
    1. STYLE THEORY
    2. SITUATIONAL LEADERSHIP
    3. PATH‐GOAL THEORY
    4. DECONSTRUCTING PRODUCTION‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    5. RECONSTRUCTING PRODUCTION‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    6. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  15. 6 Leader‐Driven Theories
    1. TRANSFORMING/TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
    2. AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP
    3. SERVANT LEADERSHIP
    4. DECONSTRUCTING LEADER‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    5. RECONSTRUCTING LEADER‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    6. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  16. 7 Group‐Driven Theories
    1. LEADER‐MEMBER EXCHANGE THEORY
    2. TEAM LEADERSHIP
    3. SHARED LEADERSHIP
    4. DECONSTRUCTING GROUP‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    5. RECONSTRUCTING GROUP‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    6. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  17. 8 Relationship‐Driven Theories
    1. CONNECTIVE LEADERSHIP
    2. THE RELATIONAL LEADERSHIP MODEL
    3. RELATIONAL LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHIES
    4. DECONSTRUCTING RELATIONSHIP‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    5. RECONSTRUCTING RELATIONSHIP‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    6. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  18. 9 Complexity‐Driven Theories
    1. ADAPTIVE LEADERSHIP
    2. COMPLEXITY LEADERSHIP THEORY
    3. DECONSTRUCTING COMPLEXITY‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    4. RECONSTRUCTING COMPLEXITY‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    5. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  19. 10 Justice‐Driven Theories
    1. THE SOCIAL CHANGE MODEL OF LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
    2. STRATEGIC SOCIAL CHANGE LEADERSHIP
    3. DECONSTRUCTING AND RECONSTRUCTING JUSTICE‐DRIVEN THEORIES
    4. CHAPTER SUMMARY
  20. 11 Integration and the Path Forward
    1. EMERGENT THEMES ACROSS LEADERSHIP THEORIES
    2. THE INTERCONNECTION OF LEADERSHIP THEORY AND DEVELOPMENT
  21. References
  22. Name Index
  23. Subject Index
  24. End User License Agreement

Product information

  • Title: Leadership Theory, 2nd Edition
  • Author(s): John P. Dugan
  • Release date: April 2024
  • Publisher(s): Jossey-Bass
  • ISBN: 9781394152100