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The Leadership Equation: Strategies for Individuals Who Are Champions for Children, Youth, and Families

Condition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9781598570922 Author(s): Gary M. Blau Format: Paperback Year: 2010 Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company Dimensions: 163 x 228 x 13 (w x l x h) Pages: 234 Series: Systems of Care for Children's Mental Health

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Description: When mental health professionals are promoted into leadership roles, they're often expected to 'hit the ground running' with little training or experience. This eye-opening book is the perfect way for new leaders to fill that gap in professional development and help their organization meet the needs of children and families. Bringing to book form the principles and practices behind the renowned Georgetown University Leadership Development Program, this essential resource dispels the myths about good leadership and sheds light on the values and actions that steer an individual and an organization toward success. Mental health administrators and program developers will learn about five effective leadership styles and how to choose the right one for different contexts and situationsmaster the shift between multiple leadership functions within their organization or systemdevelop specific skills and attitudes associated with good leadership, such as being flexible, welcoming diverse perspectives, and knowing when to relinquish some control build productive, collaborative relationships with a wide array of providers, consultants, case managers, and community agenciesovercome personal, organizational, and environmental obstacles to effective leadershipstrengthen resilience by using proven strategies for m