Poised for Excellence

Fundamental Principles of Effective Leadership in the Boardroom and Beyond
Softcover Nachdruck of the original 1. Auflage 2018
ISBN: 978-3-319-87824-9
Verlag: Springer International Publishing

Buch, Englisch, 283 Seiten, Paperback, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 458 g

This book is an exceptional resource for leaders at every level across industries. An insightful guidebook comprised of 40 illuminating principles showcasing the fundamental competencies that impact performance in the boardroom and beyond, each chapter includes the following core components: 1) a robust, but succinct discussion introducing each principle; 2) key strategies providing straightforward guidance on how to master each principle; 3) a selection of thoughtful journal questions that allow for meaningful introspection, and finally, 4) a leadership challenge—a stretch goal—that brings each principle into immediate, scalable focus.        Whether a seasoned or emerging leader, each reader will discover useful perspectives contained within each chapter designed to firmly orient their thinking and behavior towards leadership excellence. An enduring resource for circumstances in which every leader will inevitably find him or herself confronting, it will also serve as the “go to” professional development resource for elevating leadership brands and facilitating the necessary trench work required to develop competent and confident leaders regardless of industry or expertise.Different from traditional books that provide a one-dimensional view of what leadership is and do little more than categorize existing traits, Poised for Excellence breaks the mold. It creates the context for understanding leadership development as a holistic process: By focusing on the mastery of fundamental principles structured to develop the whole person through service to self and others, it ignites an evolutionary process that cultivates 360 degrees of effective leadership. It directs readers to stake a bold claim to their success and transform the way they show up in the boardroom and beyond.Poised for Excellence was written to nurture the leadership potential in business leaders who desire to operate in excellence and believe that learning and practice are non-negotiable aspects of leadership success.

Zielgruppe

Professional/practitioner

Autoren/Hrsg.

Mariama-Arthur, Karima

Fachgebiete

• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Unternehmensorganisation, Corporate Responsibility Unternehmenskultur, Corporate Governance
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftswissenschaften: Berufe, Ausbildung, Karriereplanung
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Betriebswirtschaft Management Unternehmensführung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Part I. Principles That Foster Personal Leadership Excellence


Chapter 1 Exceptional Leaders Are Lifelong Learners

Chapter 2 Emotional Intelligence Drives Leadership Success



Chapter 3 Get Out of Your Own Way and Stop Sabotaging Your Success





Chapter 4 You Are Your Own Best Barometer





Chapter 5 You Are Your Competition




Chapter 6 Integrity, Transparency, and ethical Behavior Always Matter



Chapter 7 Leaders Create the Best Version of Themselves Without Apology





Chapter 8 World-Class Leaders Lead by Example





Chapter 9 Leaders Own Their Mistakes and Embrace Constructive Criticism



Chapter 10 Visionary Leaders Eliminate the “Box”





Part II. Principles That Cultivate Personal Leadership Excellence Through Disruptive Paradigm Shifts



Chapter 11 Strive for Progress, Not Perfection





Chapter 12 True Grit Beats Passion



Chapter 13 Work Smarter, Not Harder





Chapter 14 Prepare For War in Times of Peace



Chapter 15 Turn “Shoulds” Into “Musts”



Chapter 16 Lead With Influence, Not Authority





Chapter 17 Reboot and Relax



Chapter 18 Always Look For the Silver Lining





Chapter 19 See the Forest and the Trees





Chapter 20 Consider Fear an Ally





Part III. Principles That Nurture Personal Leadership Excellence Through Benevolence, Collaboration and Value-Based Service to Others



Chapter 21 Honor Human Relationships





Chapter 22 Use Honey to Catch Flies



Chapter 23 Give Credit Where It Is Due



Chapter 24 Promote Fairness and Consistency





Chapter 25 Confront Workplace Bullies





Chapter 26 Collaborate with Experts to Deliver Results





Chapter 27 Challenge the Status Quo





Chapter 28 Leverage Leadership Ethos to Shape Culture





Chapter 29 Practice Tolerance





Chapter 30 Create a Vision That Inspires







Part IV. Principles That Promote Personal Leadership Excellence Through Fundamental Calls to Action



Chapter 31 Delegate!





Chapter 32 Master Effective Decision-Making



Chapter 33 Pull Up Weeds at the Roots





Chapter 34 Leaders Say No and Keep It Moving




Chapter 35 Distinguish Leadership from Management



Chapter 36 Acknowledge the Elephant in the Room





Chapter 37 Leverage Your Professional Wheelhouse



Chapter 38 Come Down from the Ivory Tower



Chapter 39 Sharpen Your Communication Skills

Chapter 40 Encourage Leading at All Levels

Über Autor(innen)

Karima Mariama-Arthur is founder and CEO of WordSmithRapport, a boutique consulting firm specializing in leadership development, complex communication and performance management.  A trusted advisor to accomplished professionals around the world, she provides insight into the fundamental principles that make leaders successful.  Karima speaks regularly in her areas of expertise, both nationally and internationally, to audiences across industries. Find about more about Karima at www.wordsmithrapport.com.