executive ability

Explores how era and values shape leaders, presenting a model to predict who is likely to become and remain a leader and explaining why others fail to rise to the challenge.

Examines eight crucial business decisions of the twentieth century.

Discusses career opportunities available for people with leadership skills, providing advice from managers, administrators, and leaders in a variety of fields, including government, education, and health services; and features a list of related professional associations.

Discusses the characteristics of an effective leader, tactics for building trust, and strategies for continuing personal development while in a leadership role.

James Kouzes and Barry Posner explore why leadership is above all a relationship, with credibility as the cornerstone, and why leaders must "Say what you mean and mean what you say." Credibility: Reveals the six key disciplines that strengthen a leader's capacity for developing and sustaining credibility.

Argues that the best place for someone to practice, exercise, and extend their influence within an organization is from the middle of the corporate ladder, rather than from the top.

Analyzes the characteristics of star performers in every level of business and discusses how emotional intelligence can contribute to a person's work performance.