Introduction to Leadership - Vantage Learning Platform

Concepts and Practice

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• A new chapter on Exploring Destructive Leadership analyses the causes of toxic leadership and discusses practical ways to confront and extinguish it. 
• 18 new Case Studies illustrate core concepts and allow readers to solve real world leadership challenges.  
• 5 new Leadership Snapshots including profiles of Michelle Obama, Jasmine Crowe, and Elizabeth Homes are included. 
• A new questionnaire on abusive leadership helps readers understand the dimensions of destructive leadership as well as their own destructive tendencies.

• Chapter on Embracing Diversity and Inclusion provides students with a deep understanding of different aspects of diversity and how to create an inclusive climate. 
• Leadership Questionnaires provide readers with self-assessment opportunities to identify their own unique leadership style and preferences. 
• Leadership Assessments (available exclusively in SAGE Vantage) offer readers an analysis of their questionnaire score and personalized, pragmatic feedback for further strengthening of their leadership abilities.
• Observational Exercise allow readers to examine leader behaviors of others in real world scenarios. 
• Reflection and Action Worksheets encourage readers to reflect upon their own leadership styles and identify an action plan for improving their leadership skills. 
• Leadership Snapshots profile a diverse array of well-known leaders whose characteristics, style, or experience illustrate concepts discussed in the chapter.
• Case studies, examples, and research are integrated throughout the book.