The Leadership Factor

The Leadership Factor

Explains how companies can recognize and promote leadership qualities, looks at examples of good and poor leadership, and includes suggestions on long range goals In General Managers ( LJ 5/15/82) and Power and Influence ( LJ 7/85), this highly respected author studied the personal and interpersonal skills necessary for effective managers. In this third book, Kotter discusses the need for leadership at all levels of management and describes the kind required for the United States to remain competitive. He explains how business is changing and the impact of these changes on leadership, makes recommendations based on research findings, and unlike other writers on this subject, shows how to implement the recommendations step by step. Strongly recommended.Grace Klinefelter, Ft. Lauderdale Coll., Fla. Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.