Reflexive Leadership Organising in an imperfect world

• Main Author: Alvesson, Mats 1956- (Author)
• Other Authors: Blom, Martin (co-author), Svenningsson, Stefan (co-author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: London SAGE Publications Ltd 2017
• Subjects: Leadership
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• Physical Description: ix, 238 pages illustrations 25 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781412961585

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.