This book presents a model for working with leaders that strips away the passive connotations of the role and presents a dynamic alternative for contributing to an organization's pursuit of its mission. It is a handbook for followers that thy can refer to repeatedly when confronted with the challenges of supporting and correcting a leader.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 179-185) and index.

Preface -- Acknowledgements -- Introduction -- 1. The dynamics of the leader-follower relationship -- 2. The courage to assume responsibility -- 3. The courage to serve -- 4. The courage to challenge -- 5. The courage to participate in transformation -- 6. The courage to leave -- Epilogue -- Meditation on followership -- Select bibliography -- Index -- About the author.