A unique take on leadership from a popular Forbes blogger and
nationally-known leadership coach
Leading So People Will Follow explores the six leadership
characteristics that inspire followers to fully support their
leaders. Using Erika Andersen’s proven framework, new leaders
and veterans alike have increased their capacity for leading in a
way that creates loyalty, commitment and results. Step by step,
Andersen lays out six key attributes (far-sightedness, passion,
courage, wisdom, generosity, and trustworthiness) and gives leaders
the tools for developing them. This innovative book offers a
practical guide for building the skills to become a truly
‘followable’ leader.
* Filled with examples from forward-thinking organizations such
as Apple, NBC Universal, Union Square Hospitality Group, and MTV
Networks
* Maps out the six attributes of leadership
* Includes a free online Followable Leader assessment
* Author Erika Andersen is one of Forbes’ most popular bloggers
and coaches some of the most successful leaders in America
Using self-assessments, real-world examples, and concrete tools,
Leading So People Will Follow helps build timeless core
skills that work for leaders in any field.
nationally-known leadership coach
Leading So People Will Follow explores the six leadership
characteristics that inspire followers to fully support their
leaders. Using Erika Andersen’s proven framework, new leaders
and veterans alike have increased their capacity for leading in a
way that creates loyalty, commitment and results. Step by step,
Andersen lays out six key attributes (far-sightedness, passion,
courage, wisdom, generosity, and trustworthiness) and gives leaders
the tools for developing them. This innovative book offers a
practical guide for building the skills to become a truly
‘followable’ leader.
* Filled with examples from forward-thinking organizations such
as Apple, NBC Universal, Union Square Hospitality Group, and MTV
Networks
* Maps out the six attributes of leadership
* Includes a free online Followable Leader assessment
* Author Erika Andersen is one of Forbes’ most popular bloggers
and coaches some of the most successful leaders in America
Using self-assessments, real-world examples, and concrete tools,
Leading So People Will Follow helps build timeless core
skills that work for leaders in any field.
Table of Content
1 The Longing for Good Leaders 1Our Leader Longing Is Wired In
Cracking the Code
2 Firesides and Folktales 7
Stories Hold the Map
The Six Attributes
Reflecting on Your Leadership
Hearing the Story
3 Farsighted 21
See Possible Futures
Articulate the Vision
Model the Vision
See Past Obstacles
Invite Participation
4 Passionate 49
Commit Honestly
Make a Clear Case Without Dogma
Invite Real Dialogue
Support Your Passion
Remain Committed
5 Courageous 63
Make Tough Choices
Risk Yourself for the Enterprise
Do Personally Difficult Things
Take Responsibility
Admit Mistakes
6 Wise 83
Be Curious–Listen!
Assess Objectively
Learn from Your Experience
See and Share Patterns
Act Based on Your Sense of Right
7 Generous 105
Assume Positive Intent
Share Power
Share What You Know
Freely Give Credit, Praise, and Reward
Provide Necessary Resources for Success
8 Trustworthy 137
Tell the Truth
Do What You Say You Will
Keep Confidences
Speak and Act for the Greater Good
Get Results
9 Friends for the Journey 157
Leading as a Group Endeavor
Wizards, Well-Wishers, and Wild Cards
Finding Your Supporters
10 Your Own Tale 167
Reassess Yourself
Make a Plan
Rely on Your Wizards, Well-Wishers, and Wild Cards
Epilogue 173
Listening and Self-Talk for Leaders: Bonus Section 175
Acknowledgments 187
The Author 189
Index 191
About the author
ERIKA ANDERSEN is founding partner of the consulting firm Proteus International and the author of Growing Great Employees: Turning Ordinary People into Extraordinary Performers and Being Strategic: Plan for Success, Out-Think Your Competitors, Stay Ahead of Change, which she adapted into a public television show, Being Strategic with Erika Andersen. She also blogs at blogs.forbes.com/erikaandersen and at erikaandersen.com.
Language English ● Format PDF ● Pages 224 ● ISBN 9781118431696 ● File size 2.4 MB ● Publisher John Wiley & Sons ● Published 2012 ● Edition 1 ● Downloadable 24 months ● Currency EUR ● ID 2539554 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM
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