Description
This book not only integrates the growing body of research and theory on charismatic leadership, but also pushes back the frontiers of our knowledge by introducing new theories and insights. The authors present a comprehensive model of the charismatic leadership process. The model is documented by extensive empirical research and richly illustrated with case examples of corporate leaders. Jay Conger is Professor and Chairman of the Leadership Institute at USC. Prior to joining USC, he taught on the faculties of Harvard, INSEAD, and McGill. He has published four books, including one with Sage on charismatic leadership that won a CHOICE award in 1998. In addition, he has published extensively in the major academic journals PART ONE: THEORY DEVELOPMENT Evolution of the Field A Model of Charismatic Leadership Charismatic Leadership Measurement and Empirical Validity PART TWO: COMPONENTS OF CHARISMATIC LEADERSHIP The Leader’s Search for Opportunity Aligning The Organization through Vision Implementing the Vision PART THREE: REMAINING CHALLENGES The Shadow Side of Charisma Looking to the Future
