The Inspiring Leader

Zenger, Folkman and Edinger (2009)
Reviewed by Susan McDonald

Summary

"Inspiration" is the most powerful predictor of all leadership competencies

Inspiration is the:

1. Best predictor of overall ratings of effective leadership effectiveness by direct reports, peers and managers
2. The quality most valued by employees
3. The factor most correlated with employee commitment and satisfaction

Inspiring leaders communicate with more than content.

They communicate with emotion.

The ideas are not hard to learn.

They are hard to do!

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