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Leadership
Theory, Application, & Skill Development
Eighth Edition
- Robert N. Lussier - Springfield College, USA
- Christopher F. Achua - University of Virginia's College at Wise
February 2026 | 632 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
Leadership: Theory, Application, and Skill Development provides an engaging introduction to leadership theories and concepts. Bestselling authors Robert N. Lussier and Christopher F. Achua use examples and step-by-step behavioral models to help prepare students for a wide range of leadership situations and challenges. The updated Eighth Edition includes 6 new cases and updated cases throughout that profile a diverse group of business leaders, as well as new coverage of crisis leadership, servant leadership, social impact, and high-performing organizations.
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Preface
About the Authors
Part I: Individuals As Leaders
Chapter 1: Who Is a Leader and What Skills Do Leaders Need?
Chapter 2: Leadership Traits and Ethics
Chapter 3: Leadership Behavior and Motivation
Chapter 4: Contingency Leadership Theories
Part II: Leadership Skills
Chapter 5: Communication, Coaching, and Conflict Skills
Chapter 6: Influencing: Power, Politics, Networking, and Negotiation
Part III: Team Leadership
Chapter 7: Leader–Member Exchange and Followership
Chapter 8: Team Leadership and Self-Managed Teams
Part IV: Organizational Leadership
Chapter 9: Managing Change and Crisis Leadership
Chapter 10: Charismatic, Transformational, and Servant Leadership
Chapter 11: Leadership of Culture, Diversity, and Inclusion
Chapter 12: Strategic Leadership and High-Performing Organizations
Glossary
Notes
Name Index
Company Index
Subject Index
It is a very well-organized textbook. Each chapter contains a practical case at the beginning, which helps promote student learning.
Winston-Salem State University
This book will have a big impact on students looking to learn about leadership or moving into a leadership role. It gives great insight from current and past leaders.
Chicago State University