Based on many years of research and application by leadership practitioners, academics and consultants working with thousands of individual leaders, "Leadership" presents a comprehensive framework for thinking about leadership. "Leadership" gives researchers, professionals and students a standard dimension from which to consider leadership theory and application models. It offers a unique framework that helps develop a deeper understanding of leadership theory and practice. For the reader, the framework provided, called the Wholehearted Leadership Model, creates a standard methodology for review of each of the schools of leadership thought. As each theory is introduced, the reader quickly assess it in terms of the thinking framework and come to a conclusions about the strengths and weaknesses apparent in the application of the specific theory or school of thought. This framework provides the practitioner a methodology for quickly evaluating those leadership strategies they choose in any situation, in terms of a thinking process that makes sure that none of the elements necessary for effective leadership are overlooked.
The researcher using this framework will find it very helpful in considering the implications of any theoretical development with which they are involved.