The Hidden Leader
Leadership Lessons on the Potential Within
- Dale L. Brubaker - University of North Carolina, Greensboro, North Carolina
- Larry D. Coble - Centre for Creative Leadership, Greensboro
Foreword by Terrence Deal
In a highly readable, conversational tone, and using numerous real-life examples, the authors explain what it means to be a visionary, inspiring, and truly effective leader - guiding the reader through a process of self-assessment and professional development. They help the reader to take responsibility for his or her own personal/professional development through "reflection, activities, and exercises." In particular, the book is a response to those participants in the authors' leadership seminars who want practical ideas for improving their leadership.
Brubaker and Coble have take each concept and make it come alive for the practising leader as a perpetual learner. They provide a range of instructional and learning materials which can be used as a personal guide to the reader, and as tools for training.
"As a former practitioner, I value practical ideas that work. This book captures the essence of how leaders must look inside themselves and then act on the courage of their convictions to stay the course."
"For those aspiring leaders, the personal anecdotes and self assessments will prepare you for future challenges in a leadership role. If leadership is a journey, this book will assist your first steps."
"Brubaker and Coble’s ideas about competence are evocative of leadership abilities and skills necessary to lead organizations in ways that contribute to their viability and growth."
"This work is another example of their insight. It will be of tremendous benefit to anyone wanting to expand their understanding of their own leadership power."
