Closing The Leadership Gap

Author : Marie C. Wilson
Publisher : Penguin Group
ISBN 13 : 9780143034780
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Closing the Leadership Gap written by Marie C. Wilson and published by Penguin Group. This book was released on 2006 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An impassioned examination of the vital importance of women in leadership roles--in politics as well as business--by a renowned women's issues advocate. Insightful and inspiring, this is a call to action for the increased presence of women in powerful leadership positions in this country.

Author : Lolly Daskal
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1101981350
Total Pages : 242 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Leadership Gap written by Lolly Daskal and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-05-30 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do people see you as the kind of leader you want to be? Are your strongest leadership qualities getting in the way of your greatness? After decades of advising and inspiring some of the most eminent chief executives in the world, Lolly Daskal has uncovered a startling pattern: within each leader are powerful abilities that are also hidden impediments to greatness. She’s witnessed many highly driven, overachieving leaders rise to prominence fueled by well-honed skill sets, only to falter when the shadow sides of the same skills emerge. Now Daskal reveals her proven system, which leaders at any level can apply to dramatically improve their results. It begins with identifying your distinctive leadership archetype and recognizing its shadow: ■ The Rebel, driven by confidence, becomes the Imposter, plagued by self-doubt. ■ The Explorer, fueled by intuition, becomes the Exploiter, master of manipulation. ■ The Truth Teller, who embraces candor, becomes the Deceiver, who creates suspicion. ■ The Hero, embodying courage, becomes the Bystander, an outright coward. ■ The Inventor, brimming with integrity, becomes the Destroyer, who is morally corrupt. ■ The Navigator, trusts and is trusted, becomes the Fixer, endlessly arrogant. ■ The Knight, for whom loyalty is everything, becomes the Mercenary, who is perpetually self-serving. Using psychology, philosophy, and her own experience, Daskal offers a breakthrough perspective on leadership. She’ll take you inside some of the most cloistered boardrooms, let you in on deeply personal conversations with industry leaders, and introduce you to luminaries who’ve changed the world. Her insights will help you rethink everything you know to become the leader you truly want to be.

Author : Richard Lepsinger
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470636742
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.49/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Closing the Execution Gap written by Richard Lepsinger and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-05-11 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CLOSING THE EXECUTION GAP Once upon a time strategy was king. Leaders immersed themselves in the matter of planning how best to achieve their company's goals. The subject dominated the attention of senior executives and the writings of consultants and management gurus. Experts of various stripes weighed in on how to put strategic planning processes in place and transform employees at all levels into strategic thinkers. Naturally, leaders assumed all this strategizing would pay off. And yet, for too many organizations the promised results never came to pass. Quite simply, they couldn't execute. Now, the business world has shifted its focus to the consistent delivery of results. If an organization can't execute its plans and initiatives, nothing else matters: not the most solid, well thought-out strategy, not the most innovative business model, not even technological breakthroughs that could transform an industry. As it turns out, the "conventional wisdom" about what it takes to implement strategy and deliver results isn't all that wise. So what really differentiates the companies that are able to get things done day-to-day and deliver consistent results? The answer is found in the pages of Richard Lepsinger's ground-breaking book, Closing the Execution Gap. Based on extensive research and years of practical experience, the book outlines five prerequisites for effective execution and five "Bridges" that differentiate companies that do it best. It also describes six "Bridge Builders" leaders at all levels can use to close the execution gap in their company or team and help people get things done. Specifically, it addresses: What really gets in the way of getting things done—for individuals, teams and entire companies What leaders can do to enhance their organization's ability to close the execution gap and achieve solid business results What it takes to consistently execute plans and initiatives at a day-to-day operational level The book features many case studies of companies that have a track record of effective execution (Hewlett-Packard, Costco, Procter & Gamble) and those who have struggled with closing the gap between creating a vision and delivering results (Dell, American Airlines, GM). As the business world becomes more competitive and less forgiving, execution matters more than ever. This is a book for the times we live in—and one that for many companies could mean the difference between success and failure.

Author : David S. Weiss
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470678151
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Leadership Gap written by David S. Weiss and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-03-02 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Studies consistently show that quality leadership development programs pay off for companies -- in the form of shareholder returns, market share growth, and sales. However, many companies have inadequate leadership development programs. This book challenges traditional views of leadership development with a perspective that focuses on recognizing leadership as a source of competitive advantage. If you're a manager or an HR leader, The Leadership Gap offers the practical, effective strategies you need to close the leadership gap in your organizations, unleashing leadership potential for better business results and a sustainable competitive advantage.

Author : Marie C. Wilson
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 9780143114031
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Closing the Leadership Gap written by Marie C. Wilson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-12-14 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The defining examination of the new role of women in America—now fully revised When first published in 2004, Marie Wilson's Closing the Leadership Gap finally drew attention to what everyone knew but no one talked about—the lack of women in America's leadership positions, even though compelling research shows that women enhance the top decision-making process dramatically. And yet, even as our nation sits on a world spinning with crises, we have barely begun to tap that most critical natural resource. With the possibility of America's first woman president looming large, now is the time to revisit this inspiring call to action.

Author : Teach For America
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470432861
Total Pages : 358 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teaching As Leadership written by Teach For America and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-02-02 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A road map for teachers who strive to be highly effective leaders in our nation's classrooms Teach For America has fought the daunting battle of educational equity for the last twenty years. Based on evidence from classrooms across the country, they've discovered much about effective teaching practice, and distilled these findings into the six principles presented in this book. The Teaching As Leadership framework inspires teachers to: Set Big Goals; Invest Students and Their Families; Plan Purposefully; Execute Effectively; Continuously Increase Effectiveness; Work Relentlessly. The results are better educational outcomes for our nation's children, particularly those who live in low-income communities. Inspires educators to be leaders in their classrooms and schools Demystifies what it means to be an effective teacher, describes key elements of practice and provides a clear vision of success Addresses the challenges every teacher, in every classroom, faces on a daily basis An accompanying website includes a wealth of tools, videos, sample lessons, discussion boards, and case studies.

Author : Donald B. Bartalo
Publisher : Corwin Press
ISBN 13 : 1452217092
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Closing the Teaching Gap written by Donald B. Bartalo and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2012-02-09 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Instructional leadership begins in the classroomDonald B. Bartalo reveals the experiences of school leaders and teachers who have discovered that meaningful school improvement does not necessarily come from the top-it comes from effective teaching and leaders who support it. Based on eight fundamental tenets, the text features a clear how-to process, success stories, and methods for bridging the teaching gap between the kinds of teaching needed for the 21st century and that which is found in most schools. Special features include:An interactive writing style that "coaches" educatorsPowerful "what to do" and "how to do it" toolsCase illustrations and success storiesProtocols for leading collaborative inquiryJournal reflectionsLeadership team activitiesThis practical guide's step-by-step approach is easy to follow, research-based, and steeped in common sense. Closing the Teaching Gap is the next best thing to having a seasoned coach give you the playbook for becoming a successful instructional leader.

Author : Baruti Kafele
Publisher : ASCD
ISBN 13 : 1416617337
Total Pages : 155 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Closing the Attitude Gap written by Baruti Kafele and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2009-08-12 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this inspiring and thought-provoking follow-up to his 2009 best-seller Motivating Black Males to Achieve in School and in Life, Baruti Kafele makes the case that the "attitude gap" that often affects underperforming students can only be closed if educators first help students develop the will to strive for excellence. According to Kafele, educators can achieve remarkable results by focusing on five key areas: * The teacher's attitude toward students * The teacher's relationship with students * The teacher's compassion for students * The learning environment * The cultural relevance of instruction Replete with practical strategies and illustrative anecdotes drawn from the author's 20-plus years as a teacher and principal in inner-city schools, Closing the Attitude Gap offers a wealth of lessons and valuable insights that educators at all levels can use to fire up their students' passion to learn.

Author : Lee Meadows
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781425979317
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Take the Lull By the Horns! written by Lee Meadows and published by . This book was released on 2006-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our hero Fr. Matt Wang is the third generation immigrant from China. His grandfather, Good-stone, crossed the Pacific Ocean in 1867 as a railroad construction laborer. He claimed to be the second son of China's rebellious emperor Hung Siu-Tshuen (1813-1864) who had controlled over much of China for fourteen years (1851-1864). He was born in 1852 when his father was on the throne, and received royal education and could read and write Chinese characters. In 1897, in Montana he could pay bride money to the Indians and got his only son Kie-yeong who married to a British woman, Kate Aram, who claimed to be an Eugene Aram's descendent. He found out that Eugene Aram was an excellent scholar, but didn't know that Eugene was hanged after he was convicted as a murderer of his rich friend. He married to Kate, and Matt was born. When Matt was three and his mother conceived the second child, his father confided whereabout of all his money in her. Soon after that, Kate took all his father's money and disappeared. When Matt was 11, Rev. Hughes adopted him and, upon his death, left a substantial money to continues his education. Matt became a priest, deciding to follow Rev. Hughes foot-print. Our heroin, Patricia Caruso was the third immigrant from Italy. Her grandfather was from the family of Ciano. However, when his second-cousin Gleazzo Ciano married to dictator Mussolini's daughter Edda and became Propaganda Minister in Mussolini's cabinet, her grandfather cursed the name Ciano and changed it into Caruso. When Pat's parents both died with car accident Pat was raised by Mr. and Mrs. Williamson who worked at OSU librarian. She dropped out of the university and moved out to live herself. At age 29, Pat longs for a baby, without marriage, and asks Fr. Wang to be the father of her baby.

Author : Curtis Wallace
Publisher : Destiny Image Publishers
ISBN 13 : 0768489334
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Leadership Gap written by Curtis Wallace and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2011-09-20 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are a pastor, a church employee, a volunteer, or a congregation member, The Leadership Gap is filled with solid, practical advice that you can use in your ministry. Curtis Wallace shares from his vast experience in both the business and church worlds, sharing valuable advice with anyone involved in their church on any level. This book will help ministries and the people who run them become more effective in their work, thereby fulfill their calling and becoming closer to God. Curtis Wallace conveys priceless wisdom in this accessible book—a must-read for all church leaders! You will learn: How to fill in the gaps in your ministry team How to address your organization’s weaknesses Tools for interacting with other members of your ministry team What to prioritize in a successful ministry How to set ministry goals How to reach your full potential, individually and corporately!