Are leaders born or are they made? : the case of Alexander the Great / by Manfred F.R. Kets de Vries with Elisabet Engellau.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kets de Vries, Manfred F. R.

Contributor:

Engellau, Elisabet.

Standardized Title:

Leiderschap van Alexander de Grote. English

Language:

Dutch

English

Subjects (All):

Alexander, the Great, 356 B.C.-323 B.C.

Alexander.

Alexander, the Great, 356 B.C.-323 B.C--Psychology.

Leadership.

Psychology.

Physical Description:

xxii, 114 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

London ; New York : Karnac, 2004.

Language Note:

Translated from Dutch.

Summary:

This engaging study of the life of Alexander the Great, the charismatic leader who created an empire that spanned most of the ancient world, provides an in-depth look at the psychodynamics of leadership that will be of use to contemporary leaders in business and politics, and to consulting and training organisations. In the first part of the book, the authors weave the fascinating tale of Alexander's life, whilst highlighting his considerable leadership skills. They then analyse Alexander's personality and behaviour from a clinical perspective to demonstrate the psychological forces that shaped those leadership qualities. They look at the key facets of Alexander's leadership technique in detail, as a practical demonstration of effective leadership, and conclude by cataloguing Alexander's strengths and, just as importantly, his weaknesses for the vital lessons in leadership. This volume provokes both introspection and inspiration in the minds of its readers. It is vital reading for all managers and management consultants, MBA students, and all concerned with effective leadership.

Contents:

Part I Histiography

Chapter 2 Creating a war machine 11

Chapter 3 Family turmoil 17

Chapter 4 A strategic genius 23

Chapter 5 Administering an empire 37

Chapter 6 Striving for the "Endless Ocean" 43

Part II Leadership

Chapter 7 The management of meaning 53

Chapter 8 Entering the inner theatre of the king 61

Chapter 9 The aftermath 93

Chapter 10 Leadership lessons from Alexander the Great 97.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 105-108) and index.

ISBN:

1855753154

OCLC:

55880772