Leadership is a universal phenomenon that has preoccupied scholars, politicians, and others for centuries. It has been consistently identified as playing a critical role in the success or failure of organizations. Apart from organizational performance, researchers have consistently found a strong correlation between leadership styles and behaviors, and job satisfaction and performance of subordinates.
This book is intended to serve as a guide to basic principles of leadership. It begins with an overview of definitions and conceptions of leadership and continues with discussions of the roles and activities expected from an effective leader. Examples included are: personality traits and attributes which can be learned and perfected by persons that aspire to leadership positions and styles of leadership, which encompass the strategies used by leaders to engage with their followers and leadership in developing.
Keywords
Leadership; definitions of leadership; leadership roles; leadership activities; leadership personalities; leadership styles; leadership in developing countries