Unbalanced Influence: Recognizing and Resolving the Impact of Myth and Paradox in Executive Performance - Hardcover

Hammett, Pete

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0891062181 ISBN 13: 9780891062189

Publisher: UNKNO, 2007

Synopsis

Drawing on both the science and practice of executive leadership, Unbalanced Influence pulls together sound empirical data that includes assessment and survey results from such pioneering tools as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator(R), the FIRO-B(R), CCL's Executive Dimensions, and both the Campbell Leadership Index and Organizational Survey. Rich insights from the real-life experiences of CCL executive participants offer valuable life lessons for senior and mid-level executives as they journey to define what is, and what is not, effective executive leadership.

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From the Publisher:

In our contemporary "era of execution," brilliant strategies and efficient organizations are often the sole measures of success. But do profits and margins alone define effective leaders? UNBALANCED INFLUENCE tackles this question head-on, drawing on both the science and the practice of executive leadership to explore how today's C-level executives are wrestling with what true leadership is, what it looks like, and how--or if--it affects organizational effectiveness.

With nearly unprecedented access to 10 years of research from the Center for Creative Leadership's (CCL) Leadership-at-the-Peak Program, CLL executive Pete Hammett explores in detail how the personality preferences, personal characteristics, interpersonal interactions, and leadership competencies of senior executive leaders shape the way those leaders view creativity and innovation, decision making, power and influence, values and ethics, and work-life balance. A wealth of data includes results from such pioneering tools as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator(R) (MBTI(R)) and FIRO-B(R) instruments, CCL's Executive Dimensions assessments, and the Campbell Leadership Index (CLI(R)) and Campbell Organizational Survey (COS(TM)) tools. Rich insights from the real-life experiences of CCL program participants offer valuable life lessons for senior- and mid-level executives as they journey to define what is--and is not--effective executive leadership.

"Hammett supports his case for effective leadership with sound research as well as with clear, practical advice on what senior executives can do not only to live with paradox, but also to harness it to their advantage and that of their firm. I strongly recommend this book to anyone who aspires to a senior leadership role." --John Alexander, president, Center for Creative Leadership

"Hammett's wonderful concoction of data, insights, and wisdom results in a delightful stew that is delicious and nutritious and will make you feel ambitious! It will give you the nutrients you need to grab the next rung on your effective leadership ladder, and it is my bet that you'll enjoy the meal!" --Dennis Quaintance, CEO, Quaintance-Weaver Restaurants and Hotels

"A fresh look at how executive leadership can influence the productivity, sustainability, and well-being of organizations through an effective use of power. Hammett's skillful and articulate rendering provides essential insights for balancing successful leadership credibility while strategically expanding a leader's sphere of influence." --Jim Henderson, nationally recognized leader in the defense industry

"If you want to improve your leadership effectiveness and create a healthy organization, this book is a must read. Whether you are a senior leader or just beginning to develop as a leader, you will find real value in the principles Hammett presents." --Bruce E. Winston, PhD, Dean, School of Global Leadership & Entrepreneurship, Regent University

From the Inside Flap:

With nearly unprecedented access to ten years of research results and knowledge from the Leadership at the Peak program of the Center for Creative Leadership (CCL), Pete Hammett explores in depth the basic principles--including the myths and paradoxes--of effective executive leadership: what its influencers are and how these interact, how it can best be evaluated, and how it affects organizational success.

* Is an effective executive's decision making based on values or only on results?

* Can an effective leader be simultaneously grounded in day-to-day business objectives and focused on future opportunities?

* Can effective leadership be measured solely by performance metrics? Or does performance need to encompass a "greater good"?

* What influence does an executive really exert in the effectiveness of the organization's endeavors?

UNBALANCED INFLUENCE pulls together sound empirical data, including results from such pioneering tools as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and FIRO-B instruments, CCL's Executive Dimentions assessment, and both the Campbell Leadership Index and Campbell Organizational Survey assessments. Rich insights from the real-life experiences of CCL participants offer valuable life lessons for C-level executives as they strive to define what is--and is not--effective executive leadership.

About this edition

• Publisher: UNKNO
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0891062181
• ISBN 13: 9780891062189
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 288