Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive
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Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive explores the dynamic connection between personal thriving and leadership learning. This timely and thought-provoking book invites students to reimagine leadership learning as a catalyst for well-being.
Rooted in the idea that thriving means evolving energetically, the book integrates key leadership theories with well-being science and positive psychology to support both leader and follower growth. Drawing on the work of scholars, the authors highlight essential elements of thriving, such as environmental mastery, adaptive leadership, growth mindset, emotional intelligence, meaning and purpose, relationships, accomplishments, innovation, engagement, resilience, and self-efficacy.
Through a blend of research, reflection, and practical insight, this book offers a compelling framework for how leadership learning can foster holistic development. It also serves as a call to action for professionals seeking to create environments where students don’t just succeed - they thrive.
Whether you're on your own leadership learning journey, designing leadership programs for peers, mentoring students, or shaping institutional strategy, Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive will inspire you to spark new conversations, ignite fresh ideas, and champion well-being through leadership education.
Chapter 1. Leadership and Thriving: Starting the Journey
- Chapter 2. Thriving as a Leader: Important Aspects
- Chapter 3. Why Environmental Mastery Matters in Leadership: Reading the Room
- Chapter 4. Mindset, Emotional Intelligence, and Purpose: Becoming Your Best Self
- Chapter 5. Relationships, Accomplishments, and Innovation: Helping You Lead and Thrive
- Chapter 6. Showing Up, Bouncing Back, and Believing in Yourself: Keys to Thriving in Leadership
- Chapter 7. Knowing-Being-Doing: Leadership and Thriving
Dr. Kathy L. Guthrie is Professor of Higher Education at Florida State University, USA.
Dr. Charles J. Panarella is Director of Florida State University International Programs, Italy.