Reflexive Leadership in Context

This concise textbook seeks to unpack the real-life complexities of leadership by examining the theories and models surrounding it and encouraging self-analysis in the individual’s own contexts.

The book:

• Provides an outline of the various perspectives of leadership theory;
• Develops a critical and robust framework for considering existing leadership theory and consequently applying leadership practice across the organization;
• Identifies important individual characteristics likely to enhance leadership practice in the workplace;
• Considers a framework for analyzing leadership performance and methods and practicalities for application.

Reflexive Leadership in Context provides a practical and concise introduction for executive education students currently studying for MSc/MBA apprenticeship programs, as well as supplementary reading for postgraduate students studying modules within leadership and management.

Paul Evans is Lecturer in Leadership and Management Development at the Alliance Manchester Business School, Manchester, UK.