The heart of a leader : 52 emotional intelligence insights to advance your career / Kristin Harper.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Harper, Kristin, 1977- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Leadership--Psychological aspects.

Leadership.

Emotional intelligence.

Career development.

Physical Description:

xvi, 186 pages ; 23 cm

Place of Publication:

Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, [2020]

Summary:

"Most employees are taught to work hard then wait to be recognized and rewarded. This has left millions of employees disappointed, dissatisfied, and stuck. Advancing your career requires not only technical competence (the "what") but also careful skills (the "how"). While some employees are lucky enough to have mentors to guide them along their career journey, even fewer have sponsors. This leaves a huge gap for millions of employees who aspire for more in their careers but lack a personal guide to help them navigate an uncertain and often treacherous job terrain. The Heart of a Leader: 52 Emotional Intelligence Insights to Advance Your Career uncovers insider secrets on leadership for go-getters who aren't satisfied with status quo careers. Authored by Kristin Harper, the book is based on over 20 years of firsthand experience climbing the proverbial corporate ladder. When Harper graduated from business school, she had the technical skills to succeed, but she wasn't equipped to navigate the politics, personalities, and changing priorities that accompany the work environment. Through a combination of hard work, sound guidance from mentors, and a commitment to continuous improvement, she was named vice president of a Fortune 15 company in her 30s. Strengthening her emotional intelligence (EI) was a critical enabler of her success. Now, she's sharing these insights with you"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

1 Why Great Performance Isn't Enough p. 5

2 Your Boss Isn't the Enemy p. 33

3 What You Need to Lead but Won't Learn in Business School p. 47

4 Using Emotional Intelligence to Influence People and Organizations p. 75

5 Politics: Play or Get Played p. 99

6 Dealing with Disappointment p. 117

7 Mastering Emotional Self-Management p. 139.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Harper, Kristin, 1977- The heart of a leader

ISBN:

9781538132623

1538132621

OCLC:

1127211358