Creative Leadership: Skills That Drive Change

by Gerard J. Puccio; Marie Mance; Mary C. Murdock

• ISBN13: 9781412977579
• ISBN10: 1412977576
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781452236377
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-12-09
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
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Summary

This book demonstrates how creative thinking is an essential element of leadership, especially when bringing about change. It provides a unique combination of conceptual arguments, practical principles, and proven tools to enhance future leaders' effectiveness in creating and managing change.

Table of Contents

Change, Leadership, and Creativity: The Powerful Connection

Creative Problem Solving: A Framework for Creative Leadership

Creative Leadership: The Foundational Skills for Creative Problem Solving

Creative Leadership: The Cognitive and Affective Skill Base for Creative Problem Solving

Transforming Your Thinking: Developing a Creative Mindset

Assessing the Situation: Tools for Diagnostic Thinking

Exploring the Vision: Tools for Visionary Thinking

Formulating Challenges: Tools for Strategic Thinking

Exploring Ideas: Tools for Ideational Thinking

Formulating Solutions: Tools for Evaluative Thinking

Exploring Acceptance: Tools for Contextual Thinking

Formulating a Plan: Tools for Tactical Thinking

Psychological Diversity: Leading People with Different Creativity Styles

Building a Climate for Creativity: How Leadership Sets the Tone

Conclusion

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