Reframing Organizations Artistry, Choice, and Leadership

by Bolman, Lee G.; Deal, Terrence E.

• ISBN13: 9781119855125
• ISBN10: 1119855128
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781119756842
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781119281825, 9781394341153
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2021-09-15
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• More Book Details

About This Book

Reframing Organizations: Artistry, Choice, and Leadership, 7th Edition

ISBN: 9781119855125

Reframing Organizations is a seminal textbook that has been transforming business leadership for over 40 years. Written by renowned authors Lee G. Bolman and Terrence E. Deal, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in effective leadership and organizational management.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and professionals in the fields of business, education, healthcare, and more. It's a valuable resource for those looking to understand and apply the principles of organizational leadership, including consultants, managers, and educators. The book's insights are also beneficial for anyone seeking to improve their leadership skills or understand organizational dynamics.

History and Editions

The 7th edition of Reframing Organizations was published in September 2021. This edition continues the tradition of providing an elegant framework for more effective leadership. The book has been updated to reflect the latest research and best practices in organizational leadership, ensuring that it remains a relevant and authoritative resource.

Author and Other Works

Lee G. Bolman is a retired professor and the former Marion Bloch/Missouri Chair in Leadership at the Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri–Kansas City. He is widely published on the intersection of leadership and organizations and is a sought-after consultant and speaker globally. Terrence E. Deal is also a retired professor, having served as the Irving R. Melbo Clinical Professor at the University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education. His research into organizations, symbolism, and change has informed his work as a consultant to various global organizations.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781119855125
• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781119855125 (also available in BryteWave Format)
• eBook: Available through various digital platforms (no specific ISBN provided)

Publication Details

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication Date: September 15, 2021
• Number of Pages: 544 pages
• Language: English
• Dimensions: 7.30 inches (width) x 9.10 inches (height) x 1.60 inches (depth)

Other Editions and Formats

• The book is available in both paperback and digital formats, making it accessible to a wide range of users.

Related ISBNs

While there are no additional ISBNs for different formats of this specific edition, it's worth noting that the authors have written other books that might be of interest to those studying organizational leadership:

• Other Works by Lee G. Bolman and Terrence E. Deal:
• Their other notable works include "Leadership: The Power of Emotional Intelligence," "Transforming Public and Nonprofit Organizations," and "Leading with Soul: An Uncommon Journey of Leadership."

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Reframing Organizations, 7th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

LEE G. BOLMAN retired as the Marion Bloch/Missouri Chair in Leadership at the Bloch School of Management at the University of Missouri–Kansas City. Widely published on the intersection of leadership and organizations, Bolman is a sought-after consultant and speaker for corporations, public agencies, and educational institutions in the United States and around the world.

TERRENCE E. DEAL retired as the Irving R. Melbo Clinical Professor of the University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education. Having served on the faculty of some of the top U.S. universities, including Stanford and Harvard, his research into organizations, symbolism, and change informs his work as a consultant to business, healthcare, military, educational, and religious organizations across the globe.

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

PART ONE I Making Sense of Organizations

1 Introduction: The Power of Reframing

2 Simple Ideas, Complex Organizations

PART TWO II The Structural Frame

3 Getting Organized

4 Structure and Restructuring

5 Organizing Groups and Teams

PART THREE III The Human Resource Frame

6 People and Organizations

7 Improving Human Resource Management

8 Interpersonal and Group Dynamics

PART FOUR IV The Political Frame

9 Power, Conflict, and Coalition

10 The Manager as Politician

11 Organizations as Political Arenas and Political Agents

PART FIVE V The Symbolic Frame

12 Organizational Symbols and Culture

13 Culture in Action

14 Organization as Theater

PART SIX VI Improving Leadership Practice

15 Integrating Frames for Effective Practice

16 Reframing in Action: Opportunities and Perils

17 Leadership in Theory and Practice

18 Reframing Leadership

19 Reframing Change in Organizations

20 Reframing Ethics and Spirit

21 Bringing It All Together: Change and Leadership in Action

22 Epilogue: Artistry, Choice, and Leadership

Appendix: The Best of Organizational Studies

Bibliography

The Authors

Name Index

Subject Index