Are Leaders Born or Are They Made?
Are Leaders Born or Are They Made?: The Case of Alexander the Great Manfred Kets de Vries, Elisabet Engellau,
Publisher: Karnac Books
ISBN: 1855753154
DDC: 938.07092
Edition: Paperback; 2004-08
Summary:
What makes a great leader? Can leadership be learned or are great
leaders born and not made?Manfred Kets de Vries answers these
questions, and many more, in his innovative and fresh look at the
timeless theme of effective leadership. His engaging study of the
life of Alexander the Great, the charismatic leader who created an
empire that spanned most of the ancient world, provides an in-depth
look at the psychodynamics of leadership that will be of use to
contemporary leaders in business and politics, and to consulting and
training organizations.In the first part of the book, the author
weaves the fascinating tale of Alexanders life, whilst highlighting
his considerable leadership skills. He then analyses Alexanders
personality and behavior from a clinical perspective to demonstrate
the psychological forces that shaped those leadership qualities. He
looks at the key facets of Alexanders leadership technique in detail,
as a practical demonstration of effective leadership, and concludes
by cataloguing Alexanders strengths and, just as importantly, his
weaknesses for the vital lessons in leadership. In this way, Manfred
Kets de Vries creates a compelling vision of leadership that no one
can afford to ignore.Lavishly illustrated, this exquisite volume is a
joy to read, provoking both introspection and inspiration in the
minds of its readers. Vital for all managers and management
consultants, MBA students, and all concerned with effective
leadership.
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