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Material Type: book
Collection: CBKC
Call Number: 320.001 BUR
Title: Leadership
Remainder of title:
Personal name: Burns , James MacGregor
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Additional Bibliographic Information:
Topical term or geographic name as Keyword: Transformational
Topical term or geographic name as Keyword: Transactional
Topical term or geographic name as Keyword: Leadership Styles
Topical term or geographic name as Keyword: Power Structures
Topical term or geographic name as Keyword: Ethical Considerations
Classification number: 320.001 BUR
Place of publication, distribution, etc.: New Delhi
Name of publisher, distributor, etc.: Anand for Ambika Publications
Date of publication, distribution, etc.: 1978
Extent: ix,530p
Other physical details: 21 cm
Summary, etc. note: **Leadership** by James MacGregor Burns explores the nature and practice of leadership, arguing that it is a complex and multidimensional phenomenon that involves both the leader and the followers. Burns introduces his influential theory of transformational leadership, which he contrasts with transactional leadership. Transactional leaders focus on exchanging rewards for compliance, while transformational leaders inspire followers to transcend their own self-interests and work towards a common goal. Burns argues that transformational leadership is more effective in creating lasting change and fostering innovation. **Key Features:** * **Comprehensive and insightful analysis** of the nature and practice of leadership * **Introduction of transformational leadership theory** and its contrast with transactional leadership * **Exploration of the relationship between leaders and followers** and the importance of mutual influence * **Case studies and examples** from a variety of fields to illustrate leadership principles * **Practical advice** for aspiring and practicing leaders **Target Audience:** **Leadership** is a must-read for: * Students and scholars of leadership and management * Aspiring and practicing leaders in various fields, including business, government, non-profits, and education * Researchers interested in the dynamics of leadership and organizational behavior
Purchase price: LKR 1325



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