2. JAMES KOUZES AND BARRY POSNER Preeminent researchers Award-winning writers Highly sought-after teachers of leadership Their groundbreaking studies pioneered in 1983 Created a model of leadership that has been embraced by more than 3 million people around the world.

3. authors of this book research for more than 25 years leaders of different styles 350 or so pages full of information, principles and real-life experiences real-life examples of leadership a very user-friendly, motivational and inspiring book topics in this book are relevant to any workplace where there are people an excellent tool in preparing people to lead

4.  Leadership Is a Relationship - between those who aspire to lead and those who choose to follow  can be found in any one person, not magical gift  a skill that can be learned by ordinary people  Success in leadership depends on the capacity to build and sustain relationships to enable people to get extraordinary things done regularly

5. AUTHORS’ INITIAL CONCLUSION LEADERSHIP IS A SET OF OBSERVABLE, LEARNABLE PRACTICES, WHICH CAN BE MASTERED BY ANYONE WITH THE DESIRE TO LEAD EFFECTIVELY

6. Five Practices presented to leaders: 1. 1. Model the Way 2.2. Inspire a Shared Vision 3.3. Challenge the Process 4.4. Enable Others to Act 5.5. Encourage the Heart

7. #1 MODEL THE WAY Leaders must be models of the behavior they expect of others clarify their guiding principles and values stand up for their beliefs Set examples through actions that demonstrate commitment to their beliefs earning the respect to lead through direct involvement

8. #2 INSPIRE A SHARED VISION leaders must look ahead for future possibilities inspire a movement concurrent with the vision enlist others must gain certain knowledge about their constituents; dreams, hopes, aspirations, visions, and values share vision with everyone

9. #3 CHALLENGE THE PROCESS look for ways to innovate, grow, and improve take risks learn from mistakes and encourage others to do the same

10. #4 ENABLE OTHERS TO ACT make it possible for people to take action foster collaboration empower others by giving them responsibility to deliver make people feel strong, capable, committed

11. #5 ENCOURAGE THE HEART Care for followers recognize contributions and show appreciation reward performance celebrations should benefit of others and the company

12. Leadership is about influence

13. The Five Practices and Ten Commitments of Leadership

14. WHAT IS THE LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE ?

15. WHAT IS LEADERSHIP PRACTICES INVENTORY (LPI) a 360° instrument that measures the frequency of 30 behaviors, higher the frequency of behaviors  more likely to be an effective leader a tool which helps leaders measure the 5 practices and determine a strategy for improvement.

16. Why is this tool effective? become self-aware inspires leaders to be better challenges them to make changes in their behavior, and stretches them to try new things

17. AFTER READING THIS BOOK : 1. I realized the actions of leaders have a real effect on their followers. 2. I now realize that trust fostered collaboration and risk taking. 3. I have a better understanding of how important it is for a leader’s actions to line up with his words.

19. The Ten Things to remember from The Leadership Challenge 1. Leadership is learned. 2. Leadership opportunities are everywhere. 3. Leadership is a relationship. 4. Be able to see a situation from someone else’s point of view. 5. Credibility is the foundation of leadership. Do what you say you will do. 6. Leaders have strong beliefs about matters of principles and a clear set of values. 7. Unity is forged, not forced. 8. You cannot lead through someone else’s value or words. 9. Practice what you preach. 10. The best leaders are the ones that are willing to learn.

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