Reflexive Leadership: Organising in an imperfect world

ISBN-13: 9781412961592 / Angielski / Miękka / 2016 / 248 str.

Mats Alvesson; Martin Blom; Stefan Sveningsson

Opis

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Making a case for a reflexive approach to leadership, the authors draw upon decades of carrying out in-depth studies of professionals trying to -do- leadership. Through interviews with managers and their subordinates, getting a good understanding of organizational context, and critically interpreting their observations considering both leadership theories and a wealth of other perspectives, their celebration of reflexivity is used to question dominant leadership thinking.

Considering and challenging various departures from lines of reasoning results in a book that draws upon rich empirical material and which has a number of new, provocative, critical and constructive ideas that help to develop sharper and more thoughtful thinking and practice - both in academic and practical contexts.

Suitable for leadership and organisation courses at upper-level undergraduate and upwards (including MBA-classes and Executive Education) and a thought provoking read for practitioners and management development professionals interested in leadership thought.