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High-Stakes Leadership - Leading Through Crisis With Courage, Judgment, And Fortitude

by Constance Dierickx
RM44.06 MYR
High-Stakes Leadership - Leading Through Crisis With Courage, Judgment, And Fortitude
High-Stakes Leadership - Leading Through Crisis With Courage, Judgment, And Fortitude

Leadership essentials for navigating tumultuous times.

If you're feeling the weight of leadership on your shoulders, particularly through rocky situations, "High-Stakes Leadership" might just be the guiding compass you're looking for. Constance Dierickx doesn't just highlight the importance of courage, judgment, and fortitude; she gives these values context, drawing a map for decision-making that is both bold and grounded. In an era of constant crises, this book could be your mentor in print.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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High-Stakes Leadership - Leading Through Crisis With Courage, Judgment, And Fortitude

by Constance Dierickx
RM44.06 MYR
ISBN: 9781138088603
Authors: Constance Dierickx
Publisher: Routledge
Date of Publication: 2017-09-29
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Business, Personal Development
Related Topics: Leadership, Management, Leadership, Business, Personal Development
Goodreads rating: 3.5
(rated by 4 readers)

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What makes some leaders so effective when the stakes are high, while others fall short? Why are some able to not only survive but to lead their organizations to new heights even in risky, fast-changing times? The answer is succinct but such leaders display courage, judgment, and fortitude. High-stakes leadership does not require unnatural powers, nor is it predicated on a dangerous situation. The three signature character traits can be cultivated by anyone at any level in any organization, big or small. Organizational and leadership consultant Constance Dierickx describes high-stakes leadership in a simple, three-part model that illuminates the mindsets, strategies, and tactics leaders must draw upon to make tough decisions, take an unpopular stand, or ignore convention, providing real-world examples across a range of sectors and industries. Dierickx developed her model of high-stakes leadership to help her clients―executives at organizations ranging from start-ups to nonprofits to large, global companies―better define what they need to bring strategy to life. This, she found, is the great gulf in business, the vast space between idea and results. High-Stakes Leadership helps leaders sharpen their ability. Leading requires the courage to make conscious decisions about what to do, the judgment to separate information from short-term trends, and the fortitude to remain true to oneself and one’s mission. When leaders do these things, they
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Leadership essentials for navigating tumultuous times.

If you're feeling the weight of leadership on your shoulders, particularly through rocky situations, "High-Stakes Leadership" might just be the guiding compass you're looking for. Constance Dierickx doesn't just highlight the importance of courage, judgment, and fortitude; she gives these values context, drawing a map for decision-making that is both bold and grounded. In an era of constant crises, this book could be your mentor in print.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.