“Leadership” is one of those words that we hear and use all the time but may rarely stop to think much about. In fact, leadership is a very complicated process that demands a great deal from leaders and followers alike, and requires lots of background understanding and personal insight. This review of the research foundations of leadership and its implications for leadership development can help you build skills and reach your full leadership potential.
- Define leadership and explain its foundations in power, vision, and service.
- Identify key leader behaviors that impact leadership effectiveness.
- Identify major contingencies that impact leadership effectiveness.
- Understand the challenges of personal leadership development.