Reflexive Leadership: Organising in an Imperfect World

by Martin Blom, Stefan Sveningsson, Mats Alvesson

Book Overview

Making a case for a reflexive approach to leadership, the authors draw upon decades of carrying out in-depth studies of professionals trying to "do" leadership. Through interviews with managers and their subordinates, getting a good understanding of organizational context, and critically interpreting their observations considering both leadership theories and a wealth of other perspectives, their celebration of reflexivity is used to question dominant leadership thinking.

Considering and challenging various departures from lines of reasoning results in a book that draws upon rich empirical material and which has a number of new, provocative, critical and constructive ideas that help to develop sharper and more thoughtful thinking and practice - both in academic and practical contexts.

Suitable for leadership and organisation courses at upper-level undergraduate and upwards (including MBA-classes and Executive Education) and a thought provoking read for practitioners and management development professionals interested in leadership thought.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1412961599
• ISBN13: 9781412961592
• Release Date: February 2017
• Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.6" x 9.4"