Leadership Theories, Frameworks, and Approaches in Practice - (Contemporary Perspectives on Leadership Learning) by Kathy L Guthrie & Rich Whitney

About the Book

Leadership Theories, Frameworks, and Approaches in Practice is a comprehensive guide to theory and practice in leadership studies. Drawing from over a century of leadership literature and the insights of countless scholars and practitioners, this book offers a rich tapestry of knowledge from multiple disciplines.

Book Synopsis

Leadership Theories, Frameworks, and Approaches in Practice is a comprehensive guide to theory and practice in leadership studies. Drawing from over a century of leadership literature and the insights of countless scholars and practitioners, this book offers a rich tapestry of knowledge from multiple disciplines.

The book is an essential resource for students, practitioners, training developers, faculty, and scholars. It explores the evolution of leadership theories, paying homage to the thousands of contributors who have shaped the field. Each chapter delves into the history and application of specific leadership theories, providing a deep understanding of how they work in practice.

Leadership Theories, Frameworks, and Approaches in Practice is a tribute to the social scientists and authors who have memorialized their work in books, articles, and resources, crafting leadership into the phenomenon it is today. By bridging theory and practice, it aims to refine and enhance leadership for all.

Review Quotes

Leadership experts who author this book skillfully present various leadership theories, their historical roots, and present applications in a concise, compelling, and user-friendly format. Written for all students of leadership, regardless of years in the field, editors Guthrie and Whitney deliver a distinctive format to make sense of the complexity of leadership and how to apply theories to enhance leadership practice.

--Dr. Cynthia Cherrey, President, International Leadership Association, USA

Leadership in any organization nowadays, is characterised by constant change and increasing complexity. Moreover, significant external drivers like the recent global pandemic have fundamentally influenced and are reshaping our theorizing on and practice of leadership. This book edited by Kathy L. Guthrie and Rich Whitney, comes at an opportune moment as scholars, practitioners and leaders in general grapple with their own understanding and lived realities in leadership, it is highly recommended!

--Dr Oliver Seale, African Leadership University, Rwanda

Theory is important for advancing leadership science and practice. This volume offers accessible perspectives on a variety of foundational and cutting-edge leadership theories that should help students gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the role of theory in leadership.

--Dr. David V. Day, Professor of Psychological Science, Academic Director of the Kravis Leadership Institute, USA

This exploration of theories, by outstanding contemporary leadership scholars, is exactly what we need to sharpen the study of leadership and improve the practice of leadership. Theory, and critically its context, is foundational to leadership learning and development. The full range of theories presented with clarity in this book makes this an essential and welcome resource for new students and experienced scholars..

--Dr. Mary Hale Toler, Dean, Staley School of Leadership, Kansas State University, USA

About the Author

Dr. Kathy L. Guthrie is a professor of higher education at Florida State University, USA.

Dr. Rich Whitney is a professor of organizational leadership and an Assistant Dean at the University of La Verne, USA.