The Nature of Leadership

The Nature of Leadership

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In the book , the authors substantiate on the subject of the state of leadership by providing an in-depth look through a critical review of previous researches made about the subject . Particularly , one can immediately observe the impressive approach done in reviewing the research methods as well as the leadership assessment , ethics , and the strong influence of specific contexts . It can be noted that the book in general is practically of great use to those teaching the value of leadership

In the second part of the

book , the authors expand on the ideas concerning the complex nature , the appraisal and the science behind the concept of leadership . While the second part aims to provide the basic assumptions and the very structure of leadership , it also provides an assessment of the functions and purposes of leadership when applied to specific instances . As the third part of the book begins with an exposition of the traits and attributes essential in a true leader , this section generally explores the major schools of leadership which have been widely used in information processing . The sections also navigate the approaches towards transformational leadership as well as the approaches in terms of the situation and contingency

The book also investigates the functionality of leadership in terms of its success and failure in several contexts while taking into consideration the development of leadership through a provision of a diagnostic model for continuous learning amongst organizations that are particularly dynamic

Moreover , the book also looks into leadership as juxtaposed with certain cultures as well as the role of gender in terms of creating leaders . As the book considers the effectiveness of leadership placed together with ethics , it generally ascertains the surfacing issues behind leadership which more particularly refers to ethics , gender , and culture . In closing , the book pinpoints the crucibles which define a true and authentic leadership

In essence , the book The Nature of Leadership ' ascertains several contentions . Among these include the idea that leadership is measurable and can be developed , the argument that there are specific traits that indicate and separate a leader from a non-leader , the observation that situations and visions matter , and the premise that admits the differences between the leadership styles of men and women . The book also asserts that ethical leadership is effective leadership and that there are certain elements inherently confined within the context of culture while other elements remain universal by nature

It can be noted that although the book is able to provide a rough background of leadership , it nevertheless appears to fall short of providing substantial background information as a starting point for the reader unfamiliar with the scopes of leadership . Conversely , the book appears to cater to readers who already have a rough working idea of the schemes behind the concept of leadership . This is the point where the book Understanding Leadership ' fulfills the empty space left out by Antonakis , Cianciolo , and Sternberg

Gayle Avery 's book is one that is apparently written in simple...