Leadership and Communication: Concepts, Contexts, and Tools

Managers and leaders spend a significant amount of time on communication, which is the glue that impacts the effectiveness of communication in the entire organization. The style of leadership communication can be involving and participatory, motivating colleagues to be creative, or power-based and patronizing, which can cause tensions and conflicts. This textbook provides case examples and practical exercises to help students gain a deeper understanding of the concepts and contexts described in each chapter, as well as six personal communication tools and six personal coaching tools. It also provides 66 exercises to the six personal communication tools. Ideal for those taking leadership and communication courses, this textbook takes a practical approach to organizational communication.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 203 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

Managers and leaders dedicate substantial time to communication, as it serves as a vital binding force within the organizational system. Communication, in essence, acts as the glue that influences the effectiveness of communication across the entire organization. Consequently, the style of leadership communication holds a profound impact on the functioning of the organization. If excessive glue is employed, the result can be information overload, hindering effective communication. On the other hand, if there is insufficient glue, individuals and entire organizations may find themselves in a pathological state of disorder, with people filling the information vacuum with rumors and gossip.

Leadership communication can take various forms, including engaging and participatory, which encourages colleagues to be creative and exert extra effort. It can also be power-based and patronizing, leading to tensions and conflicts within the organization.

In this textbook, the author explores the intricate relationship between information and communication, particularly in situations where trust or influence is sought. The book offers a wealth of case examples and practical exercises to facilitate a deeper understanding of the concepts and contexts covered, such as communication strategies, influencing techniques, communication and values, and communication and trust.

The second half of the book focuses on personal communication tools and coaching tools, providing assignments for each tool. Additionally, the book includes 66 exercises to reinforce the learning and application of these personal communication tools. This textbook is particularly valuable for individuals pursuing leadership and communication courses, as it adopts a practical approach to these subjects.

Weight: 343g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031408472
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023