Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice 5th Edition PDF

Leadership is a highly valued commodity. Given the volatility in world affairs and our national political climate, the public’s desire for constructive leadership is higher than it has ever been. People continue to be fascinated by who leaders are and what leaders do. They want to know what accounts for good leadership and how to become good leaders. Despite this strong interest in leadership, very few books clearly describe the complexities of practicing leadership. This book has been written to fill this void.

Each chapter describes a fundamental principle of leadership and how it relates in practice to becoming an effective leader. These fundamentals are illustrated through examples, profiles of effective leaders, and case studies. (Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice 5th Edition; SAGE [2020]; Peter G. Northouse; Preface: Page xviii)