Leadership [with Introduction to Leadership]

by Peter G. Northouse

This bundle includes Peter G. Northouse's Leadership 8e and Peter G. Northouse's Introduction to Leadership 4e

Genres: Leadership, Business, School, Nonfiction

Paperback

Published March 1, 2018

About the author

Peter G. Northouse is a professor emeritus of communication in the School of Communication at Western Michigan University. For more than 25 years he taught leadership and interpersonal and organizational communication at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition to publications in professional journals he is the author of Leadership: Theory and Practice (9th ed.) and Introduction to Leadership: Concepts and Practice (6th ed.) and co-author of Health Communication: Strategies for Health Professionals (3rd ed.). His scholarly and curricular interests include models of leadership, leadership assessment, ethical leadership, and leadership and group dynamics. He has worked as a consultant in a variety of areas, including leadership development, leadership education, conflict management, and health communication. He holds a doctorate in speech communication from the University of Denver and master’s and bachelor’s degrees in communication education from Michigan State University.

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a required book for my doctoral-level class EDH 7665 Higher Education Leadership.

I found it easy to read and informative. The case studies really helped to show the theories in action and relate them to real-life occurrences. The website with extra information was a great resource as well.

[Lee Collver-Richards · Rating 5 out of 5]

Until this book, I was oblivious to my own biases of the female and the feminine - that I was part of the problem - and how these unconscious programs stunted my growth and connections - Northouse provides solid sound and in depth research on every social structure on our planet - it's up to us to examine our beliefs, biases, and unconscious programs to change what is not of benefit to life, people, and the planet. I cried when I read that Hilary Clinton was so demonized in her final political stance for President of the United States. There were voodoo like dolls in some airports demeaning her during her presidential campaign as a Democrat, Donald J Trump was the candidate on the Republican side.

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

While this was one of three books for one of my EdD courses, it was my favorite out of the three books. I particularly like the instruments at the end of each chapter or leadership theory to determine where your organization might fall. I appreciate the format of each chapter giving succinct descriptions, strengths and weakness of each theory. I will read this one again.

[Ginny · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was my textbook for HIED 801: College & University Leadership. It is a great introduction to various theories and practical applications related to leadership. It also includes the assessments mentioned, as well as case studies and discussion questions for each chapter. I appreciate the updated edition which includes additional chapters on gender and culture.

[Gene McKay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Both books are exceptional and provide you with a greater understanding of different types and styles of leadership. I suggest the introduction book for new managers and leaders and the other book for more established leaders or individuals seeking a more thorough understanding of leadership theory and application.

[Laura Clary]

Educational read on how leadership theories and studies alter who and what leadership is for corporate America. Surveys and quizzes to help identify styles and methods are included with each chapter.

[Casey · Rating 2 out of 5]

It had some decent questionnaires that helped me reflect on my type of leadership. It was mostly a general summary of different leadership styles without specificity. It did not provide many insights into leadership other than a basic set of frameworks.

[Marvin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read it for work, for a class I'm teaching. Trying to decide if I'll use it or not. It was thorough. I appreciated the end of chapters case studies. I think those are the most teachable sections of the book. It is very consistently organized, so you can expect the same format chapter by chapter.

[Ryan King · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you want to develop and personally grow as a leader and effective team member, this book is easy to read and follow the different theories.

[Brad Fry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Best book I've ever read on the topic of leadership (not a leadership book, a book on the various styles of leadership).

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

WWU EDU710- One of the most readable and interesting books I’ve been assigned for classes. Each chapter is really clear and orderly.

[Christine Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A resource I will definitely be keeping after my class The best "textbook" I have ever read (and I read it cover to cover). Like the format with strengths and weakness cited for each chapter.

[Samantha · Rating 3 out of 5]

Meh

[Kara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read it as a requirement for my Leadership class and it was surprisingly very interesting! I had no idea there were so many approaches to leadership.

[Savannah Flack · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very helpful read and an informative one!

[Natalie · Rating 5 out of 5]

HOL 6704

[Matt Beck · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the better textbooks regarding leadership styles including instruments in which to measure each one.

[Juan Botero · Rating 5 out of 5]

Muy bueno para entender los diferentes tipos de liderazgo que se han estado estudiando los últimos años.