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In any job, there will come a time when you are asked to lead other people. But while people are often well-trained in the skill set of their particular profession, few people are ever taught how to lead. As such, those first steps into leadership can seem daunting--what do you actually do? What do you need to know? How do you actually lead?Broken down into eight simple lessons, this book aims to convey the basics in a way that is clear, concise, relevant and practical. To enhance the practical nature of the text, each of the seven chapters is followed by a series of key points--designed to act as summaries as well as incitements to positive action.┬╖ The First Lesson: Defining the task┬╖ The Second Lesson: Effective planning┬╖ The Third Lesson: Briefing ┬╖ The Fourth Lesson: Controlling┬╖ The Fifth Lesson: Motivating┬╖ The Sixth Lesson: Organizing┬╖ The Seventh Lesson: Evaluating ┬╖ The Eighth Lesson: Leading by exampleAimed at those who, regardless of industry or business sector, are about take their first steps on the leadership path, or who are at an early stage in their career and realize that leadership responsibilities lie ahead of them, How to Lead Others is the essential handbook to one of the most important and challenging aspects of professional life.

In a dynamic book sector such as "Leadership," it''s easy to lose sight of the basics--the timeless concepts that continue to underpin much of the new thinking on the behavior of leaders. One of the UK''s best-known business thinkers, John Adair has distilled his experience into 20 key concepts, including: ┬╖ The art of sharing decisions; ┬╖ Integrity; ┬╖ Warmth and humanity; ┬╖ Critical testing; and ┬╖ Practical wisdom.For anyone seeking a deeper knowledge of the theories and issues surrounding leadership as a management function, Lessons in Leadership is a series of reflections on the fundamentals of leadership, all designed to challenge and inspire the reader. In the midst of current global concerns about the quality of leadership, the book is both a practical handbook and also a contribution to the ongoing debate about what kind of leadership we should be encouraging in today''s volatile and uncertain world.Leadership and change go hand in hand--but during times of change, the basic building blocks of leadership remain the same. Regardless of the size of the team to be led--whether it is five or 5,000--Lessons in Leadership offers guidance, inspiration, reassurance, and insight.

This publication, written by a management consultant, looks at the leadership style of Jesus. Topics include: what leadership practices were prevalent in Jesus' day; the leadership qualities which made Jesus both followed and hated; and famous leaders who have been inspired by Jesus.

This practical guide helps readers to understand their talents and temperament and find the career or calling in which they can flourish. It takes a broad-ranging view of vocation to include all kinds of secular work, for people who are looking for personal fulfilment in what they do.

John Adair's Leadership Lexicon is an all-in-one volume of his ground breaking and influential works on leadership. Including the international best-seller Leadership of Muhammad, it explores the nature of motivation, strategy and the skills needed to become a leader.

The first installment in a new series offering straightforward, practical wisdom from a top business guru John Adair's 100 Greatest Ideas for Effective Management is the first in a new series of titles from the noted business expert.

The final instalment in a new series offering straightforward, practical wisdom from a top business guru John Adair's 100 Greatest Ideas for Amazing Creativity is the second title in a new series of titles from the noted business expert.

Offers practical advice and tips on problem solving and productive thinking. This title includes 11 Greatest Ideas for Practical Wisdom; 8 Greatest Ideas for Problem Solving Strategies; 13 Greatest Ideas for How Your Mind Works; 8 Greatest Ideas for Clear Thinking; 13 Greatest Ideas for Productive Thinking; and, more.

The Leadership of Muhammad is a study of the life story and leadership skills of the Prophet. John Adair served with a Bedouin regiment in the Arab Legion and this book is full of the fascinating detail of Bedouin culture, highlighting the key leadership skills displayed by Muhammad.

In The Art of Creative Thinking renowned expert John Adair offers clear guidelines for developing your full potential as a creative thinker. He helps anyone to overcome barriers to having new ideas and develop a true understanding of the creative process.

Based on the day-to-day realities of management, look at each fundamental aspect of leadership and get accessible guidance for the aspiring leader.

How to Grow Leaders analyses the nature of leadership and identifies the key principles of effective leadership development. It describes how to select, train and educate leaders at team, operational and strategic leadership levels.

Leadership for Innovation will help you to create an innovative climate that encourages the development of new products and services - the lifeblood of business success. John Adair identifies the characteristics of innovative organizations and describes how leaders can encourage new ideas.

The Inspirational Leader, a companion title to the best-selling Not Bosses But Leaders, investigates the nature and practice of leadership, and how to encourage and inspire others.

Successful management and leadership has never been a greater challenge. Time is stretched, your people are highly motivated but can be highly demanding and business is competitive. Whether you are a first--time manager or experienced leader, straightforward, practical advice on best practice can be hard to find.