Understanding Context in Leadership by Brittany Devies, Kathy... - 9781806862405

Understanding Context in LeadershipAuthor(s): Brittany Devies, Kathy L. Guthrie\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Emerald Publishing Limited, United Kingdom\nImprint: Emerald Publishing Limited\nISBN-13: 9781806862405, 978-1806862405\nSynopsis\nUnderstanding Context in Leadership invites readers to explore the often-overlooked element of leadership: the context in which it occurs. This accessible and thought-provoking text introduces students and new leadership learners to the essential practice of analyzing context as part of the leadership process. By examining the dynamic interplay between leaders, followers, and their environments, readers will learn how to observe, interpret, and respond to the many forces that shape leadership outcomes. \n\nAt the heart of the book is the SHAPE framework, a powerful tool for breaking down context into five key dimensions: Social, Historical, Attitudinal, Personal and Environmental. \n\nEach chapter explores one SHAPE dimension through four lensesse.