Leadership : a critical text
Western, Simon
Leadership : a critical text - 3rd ed. - Los Angeles ; London SAGE 2019 - 422 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Previous edition: 2013.
Includes bibliographical references and index. A much loved, highly regarded Leadership text which provides a refreshing counterpoint to traditional textbooks. It is not a typical textbook but rather presents a new framework for understanding leadership. Simon Western discusses both traditional and modern theories on leadership, taking a critical perspective that challenges dominant leadership literature, theories, and the role of leaders in modern organizations. New to the third edition: A new chapter on leadership symptoms that offers a novel approach to researching and conceptualizing leadership An expanded chapter on Leadership and Diversity with Pooja Sachdev Updated material on The Eco-Leadership Discourse , with the chapter now differentiating between ethical eco-leadership and commercial eco-leaders (e.g Facebook, Google, Amazon) Analysis of contemporary leadership trends, including leadership in the gig economy, algorithmic management, and the rise in messiah and authoritarian leadership in populist parties Updated case studies with references to current politicians and organizations Suitable for students taking Leadership modules across the social sciences but especially on Business and Management & Health and Social Care degrees.
9781526459527
LEADERSHIP
Leadership : a critical text - 3rd ed. - Los Angeles ; London SAGE 2019 - 422 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
Previous edition: 2013.
Includes bibliographical references and index. A much loved, highly regarded Leadership text which provides a refreshing counterpoint to traditional textbooks. It is not a typical textbook but rather presents a new framework for understanding leadership. Simon Western discusses both traditional and modern theories on leadership, taking a critical perspective that challenges dominant leadership literature, theories, and the role of leaders in modern organizations. New to the third edition: A new chapter on leadership symptoms that offers a novel approach to researching and conceptualizing leadership An expanded chapter on Leadership and Diversity with Pooja Sachdev Updated material on The Eco-Leadership Discourse , with the chapter now differentiating between ethical eco-leadership and commercial eco-leaders (e.g Facebook, Google, Amazon) Analysis of contemporary leadership trends, including leadership in the gig economy, algorithmic management, and the rise in messiah and authoritarian leadership in populist parties Updated case studies with references to current politicians and organizations Suitable for students taking Leadership modules across the social sciences but especially on Business and Management & Health and Social Care degrees.
9781526459527
LEADERSHIP