Learning Leadership, The Five Fundamentals of Becoming the Best Leader by Kouzes, James M. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Praise for Learning Leadership Title Page Copyright Dedication Introduction: The World Needs Exemplary Leaders Part I: Learning Leadership Fundamentals

Chapter 1: Leaders Are Born and So Are You

The Talent Myth The Position Myth The Strengths Myth The Self-Reliance Myth The It-Comes-Naturally Myth The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 2: Leadership Makes a Difference

Leadership and Engagement Levels Leaders Are Different while Leadership Is the Same The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 3: You Are Already Leading—Just Not Frequently Enough

The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership® Leadership Is within Everyone's Capabilities Leadership Frequency Is Related to Effectiveness and Productivity The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Part II: Fundamental One: Believe You Can

Chapter 4: You Have to Believe in Yourself

Take the Mirror Test Don't Let Anyone Tell You That You Can't Lead The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 5: Learning Is the Master Skill

The Best Leaders Are the Best Learners Yes, You Can Learn to Lead Mind Your Mindset The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 6: Leadership Emerges from Within

The Three Periods of Self-Development The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Note

Part III: Fundamental Two: Aspire to Excel

Chapter 7: You Have to Know What's Important to You

Clear Values Increase Engagement Values-Based Leadership Sustains Career Success The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 8: Who You Are Isn't Who You Will Be

The Domain of Leaders Is the Future To See into the Future, Be Mindful in the Present Envisioning the Future Your Ideal Self The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 9: It's Not Just About You

You Have to See What Others See You Have to Connect with Others You Have to Serve a Larger Purpose The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Part IV: Fundamental Three: Challenge Yourself

Chapter 10: Challenge Is Your Leadership Training Ground

People Do Their Best When Challenged Challenge Introduces You to What's Important To Grow, Seek Challenging Opportunities The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 11: Get Curious and Go Kick the Ball Around

Be Curious. Ask Questions. Try. Fail. Learn. Repeat. The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 12: Get Gritty and Stay Hardy

Stay Hardy Bounce Forward Accentuate the Positive The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 13: Courage Gives You the Strength to Grow

Courage Is Personal It Takes Courage to Learn The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Part V: Fundamental Four: Engage Support

Chapter 14: I Couldn't Have Done It without You

Ask for Help and Support Seek Advice Empathy Is Essential The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 15: Get Connected

Make Social Connections Quality Connections Matter Look for Positive Role Models The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 16: Without Feedback You Cannot Grow

Feedback Makes You Vulnerable Feedback Requires Trust You Have to Go First The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Part VI: Fundamental Five: Practice Deliberately

Chapter 17: Leadership Takes Practice, and Practice Takes Time

Practice, Practice, Practice Practice while You Work You Can't Ignore Your Weaknesses The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 18: Context Matters

Cultivate a Culture of Leadership Characteristics of a Culture of Leadership Build Your Own Buena Casa The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Chapter 19: Learning Leadership Must Be a Daily Habit

Make Learning Leadership a Daily Habit Habits Shape Your Life Build Good Habits with Active Questions The Key Message and Action Self-Coaching Action Notes

Part VII: Commit to Becoming the Best

Chapter 20: It's Not How You Start; It's How You Finish

Leading Is Doing How to Have a Good Day Sustaining Commitment Keep Hope Alive The Key Message Notes

Acknowledgments About the Authors Index End User License Agreement

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