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Effective leadership doesn't start with managing others-it starts with mastering yourself. The leaders who thrive under pressure intentionally develop their inner leadership capacity. Drawing on leadership psychology, this book shows how self-awareness, emotional regulation, and disciplined thinking shape how leaders make decisions and perform in high-stakes environments.
Grounded in research with executive coaches working with school superintendents, it reveals how top leaders sharpen their thinking, manage their reactions, and build the mental and emotional habits needed for sustained success-then translates those insights into practical tools any leader can use.
Blending psychology with real-world leadership insight, the book offers a clear framework for navigating stress, complexity, and constant demands. Whether you are stepping into leadership or seeking to elevate your impact, this book provides a powerful roadmap for becoming the kind of leader others trust and follow.
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Table of Contents
Foreword
Chapter 1: Leader Within
Introduction.
Background to my Leadership Journey
Background to Leadership
The emergence of executive coaches
Leadership as a coachable skill
About this book
How this Book is Organized
How this Book Works
Reasons for the perspective section
How to read the book
Chapter 2: Attitudes
Introduction
Perspectives
Into Action
Summary
Chapter 3: Behaviors
Introduction
Perspective
Into Action
Summary
Chapter 4: Practices
Introduction
Perspective
Into Action
Summary
Chapter 5: Identity
Introduction
Perspective
Into Action
Summary
Chapter 6: Purpose
Introduction
Perspective
Into Action
Summary
Chapter 7: Executive Coaching
Introduction
The Coaching Space
Coach-Client Relationship
Coach-Client Communication
Coaching Core Components
Client Improvements
A Holistic View
Perspective
Into Action
Summary
Chapter 8: Final Thoughts – Putting it All Together
Introduction
Perspective
Why People Get “Coached”
Assessment of a Coach
Executive Coaching as a Profession
Summary
Glossary
References
About the Author
Product details
| Published | 04 Mar 2027 |
|---|---|
| Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
| Edition | 1st |
| Pages | 152 |
| ISBN | 9798216480754 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Illustrations | 5 B/W figures |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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