Leading with kindness : how good people consistently get superior results

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Title:

Author:

Baker, William F., 1942-

ISBN:

9780814401569

Personal Author:

Baker, William F., 1942-

Publication Information:

New York : American Management Association, c2008.

Physical Description:

xvii, 237 p. ; 24 cm.

Contents:

What kind leaders do -- Who kind leaders are -- Expectations matter -- Truth matters -- Growth matters -- Preparing the next generation of leaders.

Abstract:

"Leading with Kindness identifies six ingredients of kindness - compassion, integrity, gratitude, authenticity, humility, and humor - none of which might readily spring to mind when envisioning the archetypal business leader. But they are absolutely essential to powerful leadership. The book also points out obstacles to each of the six qualities, and (crucially) offers real-world, everyday management and leadership approaches that build and demonstrate each one."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Leadership.

Employee motivation.

Organizational effectiveness.

Kindness.

Added Author:

O'Malley, Michael, 1954-

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Summary

Leadershipnow.com / The Best Leadership Books of 2008

By now, many leaders have realized that when it comes to business, nice guys often finish first. Old-fashioned images of corporate callousness and greed have been replaced by a gentler, more human conception of great leadership. But how does one define "kindness" in the context of business? And what is the best way to "use" this deceptively complex notion as a guiding principle to lead an organization successfully into the future?

Far from presenting a naive idea of kindness, this eye-opening book identifies the surprising attributes successful "kind" leaders share. Readers will learn how they can use kindness to:

* motivate employees, committee members, and others

* recognize unique talents while nurturing all employees

* establish a supportive environment

* spur continuous organizational growth

* adapt to change

* stimulate calculated "stretch" and risk-taking

* prepare the next generation of leaders

This realistic book shows leaders how they can use sincerity, honesty, and respect for the good of their organizations.