Leadership: Theory and Practice

The practical skill that involves the ability of a person or organization to guide other people, teams, or organizations is termed as leadership. The method of providing direction, implementing plans and motivating people is termed as a leadership style. It depends upon the personal experiences, philosophy and personality of the leader. A few of the common leadership styles are autocratic, participative, paternalism, free-rein, task-oriented and relationship-oriented. There are several qualities common in most leaders such as assertiveness, authenticity, character strengths, emotional intelligence, etc. One of the primary practices which are associated with leadership is team building. This involves assembling a group of individuals and turning them into a team where each member is committed to each other as well as to a common purpose. This textbook provides comprehensive insights into the area of leadership. Some of the diverse topics covered herein address the varied branches that fall under this category. This book will provide comprehensive knowledge to the readers.