Myths of leadership : dispel the misconceptions and become an inspirational leader / Jo Owen.

Previous edition: 2018.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Myth 1 : We know what leadership is -- Myth 2 : Leaders need to be perfect -- Myth 3 : We have a theory about leadership -- Myth 4 : Leadership is about your rank, title or position -- Myth 5 : Managers are leaders -- Myth 6 : The founder is the leader -- Myth 7 : Leadership is universal -- Myth 8 : We know what leaders do -- Myth 9 : Leadership should be transformational : charisma and an ability to inspire are key -- Myth 10 : Leaders communicate well and motivate their followers -- Myth 11 : Leaders are brave and decisive -- Myth 12 : Leader are visionary -- Myth 13 : Leaders set goals and give directions -- Myth 14 : Great leaders build great teams -- Myth 15 : The leader is in control and knows what is going on -- Myth 16 : Leaders are born, not bred -- Myth 17 : Leaders are honest -- Myth 18 : The best leaders are clever : they should be the smartest person in the room -- Myth 19 : Male and female leaders are different -- Myth 20 : Psychopaths succeed as leaders -- Myth 21 : Leaders are reasonable -- Myth 22 : The best leader is a skilled leader -- Myth 23 : Leadership is about survival of the fittest -- Myth 24 : It's not what you know, it's who you know -- Myth 25 : Power comes from your position -- Myth 26 : Leaders need experience, particularly in management -- Myth 27 : The first 90 days are make or break -- Myth 28 : You can teach leadership -- Myth 29 : Leaders know when to move on -- Myth 30 : It's tough at the top -- Myth 31 : The buck stops here -- Myth 32 : It's lonely at the top -- Myth 33 : The leader makes a difference -- Myth 34 : Money matters for leadership -- Myth 35 : Leaders are popular role models.

The best leaders are born, not made. The best leaders are always in control. The best leaders are those with the highest IQs. But are they really? The thinking about what makes the greatest leaders is increasingly muddled by stereotypes, false promises and pseudo-science. The best leaders rely on fact, not fads. Myths of Leadership blasts away the fluff and confronts false legends head on. Jo Owen uses the most credible research to analyze each myth, using international business case studies, leadership theory and insightful interviews, to uncover the truth. This is a compelling examination of the most pervasive misconceptions about leadership that will help you elevate your own leadership abilities, better inspire your team and empower your organization by thinking differently. Entertaining and accessible Myths of Leadership throws out the management jargon and skewers over-hyped leadership trends to bring you the best practical tips you need to become a better leader. -- Provided by publisher