"Provides readers with practical strategies for becoming more effective leaders in organizational settings and in their own lives. Grounded in leadership theory, this applied and reader-friendly text emphasizes the invaluable 'how-to' components of leadership. Focusing on developing the unique strengths of the leader, it presents a variety of interactive learning tools that help readers identify their leadership skills and preferences, reflect on leadership opportunities and experiences, and strengthen their leadership skills."--From book cover.

About the author -- Understanding leadership -- Recognizing your traits -- Engaging people's strengths -- Understanding philosophy and styles -- Attending to tasks and relationships -- Developing leadership skills -- Creating a vision -- Establishing a constructive climate -- Listening to out-group members -- Handling conflict -- Addressing ethics in leadership -- Overcoming obstacles -- Glossary -- Photo credits -- Index.