Leaders Who Thrive

A Mindful Antidote to Disconnected Teams
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-05895-3
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 146 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

This book integrates theoretical and practical perspectives to equip leaders with tools to thrive in today’s complex workplace environments. Combining mindfulness and emotional intelligence, this book provides actionable tools to enhance self-awareness, foster meaningful relationships, and build resilience under pressure.

In an era of increasing burnout and rising expectations for emotional intelligence in leadership, this book equips leaders to meet modern challenges with authenticity, presence, and purpose. It delves into cultivating focus in distraction-heavy lives, managing stress, and creating inclusive cultures that foster psychological safety and connection. Featuring insights from neuroscience, positive psychology, and real-world leadership practices, this book bridges the gap between theory and application. It begins with a discussion of the meaning of leadership in today’s world, and an introduction to mindfulness and its real-world applications. Later chapters address self-awareness and empathy before the final chapter brings these concepts together to explain how readers can apply them to any leadership context. This transformative approach enables readers to practice and develop these concepts in real-world settings to mature their own skills to lead with clarity, empathy, and intention.

This is a vital practical resource for any leader, from emerging leaders to HR professionals and seasoned executives alike. Students, particularly those on leadership or business courses, will also benefit from the combination of theory and practice.

Zielgruppe

Postgraduate, Professional Practice & Development, and Professional Reference

Autoren/Hrsg.

Jasch, Jessica

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologie / Allgemeines & Theorie Psychologie: Allgemeines
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologische Disziplinen Wirtschafts-, Arbeits- und Organisationspsychologie
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Bereichsspezifisches Management Management: Führung & Motivation
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychologische Disziplinen Angewandte Psychologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1: The Foundations of Modern Leadership 2: Mindfulness & Presence as Your Foundation 3: Self-Awareness as a Skill 4: Empathy and Social Skills in Action 5: Integration

Über Autor(innen)

Jessica Jasch is the founder of J-Leigh, a wellbeing consulting and coaching service. She has two bachelor’s degrees from Queensland University of Technology and has since completed her master’s degree in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Melbourne.