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The Emerging Leader: Stepping Up in Leadership

The Emerging Leader: Stepping Up in Leadership

by PeterShaw (Author), Colin Shaw (Author)

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Synopsis

This practical and inspirational guide is for all who feel excited yet daunted at the prospect of taking on a leadership role, whether it be first-time leaders, or those taking on bigger, more demanding roles.

This user-friendly companion will build confidence and increase competence. It focuses on identifying and strengthening core skills and gifts, including:

* building your supporter base
* living with your wobbles
* enjoying stepping into the unknown
* being willing to take responsibility
* motivating others
* making decisions well
* sitting lightly to uncertainty
* knowing how to handle conflict.

Ideal if you are starting out on a new career or climbing the ladder, The Emerging Leader combines down-to-earth practical advice with timeless insights and wisdom.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 160
 Publisher: Canterbury Press Norwich
Published: 26 Apr 2013
ISBN 10: 184825329X
ISBN 13: 9781848253292

Media Reviews
'This book makes good leadership possible. It is another winner.' -- John Pritchard, Bishop of Oxford
`A powerful cocktail of ideas and practical suggestions.' -- Iain McMillan, Director, CBI Scotland
'This book is a good aid for those who are looking for practical encouragement as they set out down the path of leading others. Remember that every established leader was an emerging leader once.' -- John Sentamu, Archbishop of York
`A deeply practical book drawing on the contrasting perspectives of a father and son, who bring immense experience and authority. Enjoy the emerging journey the book takes you on.' -- Matthew Frost, Chief Executive, Tearfund
'An excellent work book, packed with wisdom and practical ideas which will prove valuable for anyone moving into a position of leadership.' -- Alan Smith, Bishop of St Albans
'Each chapter offers examples and questions to help you apply it to your own situation' -- JD * Christianity *
Author Bio
Peter Shaw is a partner in Praesta, an international executive coaching organisation that works with senior leaders in the public, private and voluntary sectors. He is a Visiting Professor at Newcastle and Chester Universities. He is a Reader in the Church of England and is the author of numerous books on practical leadership skills. Colin Shaw is an emerging leader with cross-sector experience in international banking, the voluntary sector, international sport (where he has represented Great Britain) and management consultancy.