Emotionally Intelligent Leadership: A Guide for College Students [Paperback]

Marcy L. Shankman (Author), Scott J. Allen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 3, 2008 | ISBN-10: 0470277130 | ISBN-13: 978-0470277133 | Edition: 1

Emotionally Intelligent Leadership is a groundbreaking book that combines the concepts of emotional intelligence and leadership in one model—emotionally intelligent leadership (EIL). This important resource offers students a practical guide for developing their EIL capacities and emphasizes that leadership is a learnable skill that is based on developing healthy and effective relationships. Step by step, the authors outline the EIL model (consciousness of context, consciousness of self, and consciousness of others) and explore the twenty-one capacities that define the emotionally intelligent leader.

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From the Back Cover

Emotionally Intelligent LeadershipBecause the campus environment provides a rich array of diversity and opportunities for honing leadership skills, college students are in the unique position of having a "learning lab" at their disposal.Emotionally Intelligent Leadership is a groundbreaking book that combines the concepts of emotional intelligence and leadership in one model—emotionally intelligent leadership (EIL). This important resource offers students a practical guide for developing their EIL capacities and emphasizes that leadership is a learnable skill that is based on developing healthy and effective relationships. Step by step, the authors outline the EIL model (consciousness of context, consciousness of self, and consciousness of others) and explore the twenty-one capacities that define the emotionally intelligent leader.Leadership, the authors explain, is within everyone's ability to develop and is not just for those in official roles in formal organizations. The book explores the concept of leadership as a process among people working together productively in the group rather than simply a top-down phenomenon. Emotionally Intelligent Leadership offers a clear and engaging perspective on leadership as well as a practical guide for applying leadership skills. The book offers tools for reflection on the concepts of leadership. It also provides students with exercises to learn more about themselves, work more productively with others, improve relationships, and be more effective in demonstrating their leadership the authorsMarcy Levy Shankman is a professional consultant and founder of MLS Consulting, through which she facilitates leadership development with institutions of higher education, fraternities and sororities, and nonprofit organizations. She is a Presidential Fellow at Case Western Reserve University.Scott J. Allen is a visiting assistant professor at John Carroll University and served as a Presidential Fellow at Case Western Reserve University. He is the founder of the Center for Leader Development (www.centerforleaderdevelopment.com).

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass; 1 edition (March 3, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470277130
• ISBN-13: 978-0470277133
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.4 x 8.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #82,693 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Scott J. Allen, Ph.D. is an assistant professor of management at John Carroll University where he teaches courses in leadership and management skills. In 2008, Scott was voted the favorite teacher in the Boler School of Business. He also served as a Presidential Fellow at Case Western Reserve University where he taught Leadership in Modern Society. Scott is a graduate of The Art and Practice of Leadership Development, an executive education program of the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

He is published in the Encyclopedia of Leadership and co-authored The Little Book of Leadership Development: 50 Ways to Bring Out the Leader in Every Employee. Scott is also the co-author of Emotionally Intelligent Leadership: A Guide for College Students (Jossey-Bass) and the corresponding suite of resources (Facilitation & Activity Guide, Workbook, Facilitation and Activity Guide). Visit www.eileadership.net for more information on EIL. In addition, Scott has articles published in the Journal of Leadership Educators, Journal of Leadership Studies, Advances in Developing Human Resources, Leadership Review, The International Leadership Journal, The OD Journal, SAM Advanced Management Journal, and Leadership Excellence. He recently completed a book chapter for the China Executive Leadership Academy Pudong entitled A Review on Leadership Education and Development Outside China and is a contributing author to the book Leadership: The Key Concepts.

In addition to writing and speaking, Scott consults, facilitates workshops, blogs (www.weeklyleader.net) and leads retreats across industries. Scott is a faculty member of the Cleveland Clinic's Samson Global Leadership Academy and a member of the International Leadership Association. Scott serves on the board of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity and the Association of Leadership Educators and is a Sam Walton Fellow for Student's in Free Enterprise (SIFE).

He resides in Chagrin Falls, Ohio with his wife, Jessica, and three children - Will, Kate & Emily.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Student Reviews October 17, 2008

By L. San Antonio

Format:Paperback

Below are two student reviews for this great book! They were unable to post but I wanted to share anyways....

Courtney S. (Columbia, SC):
Emotionally Intelligent Leadership is a useful tool in developing leadership skills in seemingly any condition. It was detailed enough to be easily applied in situations, but did not go into a painfully long explanation which kept it an easy read. The book offered many alternate ways of looking at and dealing with situations that I had not previously considered. I would recommend it to any college student. Even if you're not in a leadership position currently, EIL can help you to improve skills and assist you in attaining goals.

Via N. (Columbia, SC)
This is a great book for students, especially those that are in college. It points out skills that you need to become a good and successful leader. There are inserted opinions from others such as students or members of organizations that give their insight on specific skills. It is a very easy read and there are also questions at the end of every chapter that helps you reflect.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book October 14, 2008

By USC Student

Format:Paperback

I thought this book served its purpose really well. Upon reading this book, I feel like I have the knowledge needed to be a successful leader. Not only did the book give forth important information and views, it was also an easy read. I highly recommend this to anyone who needs help improving their leadership skills.

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for the Classroom and Beyond! September 27, 2008

By Remy Shaffer Gomes

Format:Paperback

Emotionally Intelligent Leadership: A Guide for College Students is the perfect complement for the leadership classroom and beyond. In empowering students to explore and develop their own leadership potential, this book serves as an essential guide. Theories and principles of EIL are advanced in a relatable, user-friendly manner. Students "see" themselves in the incorporated student voices which serve as tangible examples of experiential learning and self-authorship. The reflection questions guide readers through a challenging, fruitful growth exercise for which the reward is a better understanding of self, others, and the world around us. Kudos to Shankman and Allen - theirs is a work critical to the growth of the next generation of leaders ready to function in our global world. - Remy Shaffer Gomes, University of Maryland