Six Functions, One Vision

Leadership can seem like a mystery, especially to those who are relatively new in their leadership roles. While qualities like charisma, empathy, and self-confidence take center stage in conversations about what makes a great leader, leadership is not about the person. Leadership is about behavior. This means effective leadership can be taught! With more than twenty years of experience in leadership development, author Dorothy Kudla takes the mystery out of leadership by distilling her knowledge into a practical, hands-on manual for leaders who are struggling with their teams. With a focus on 6 behaviors—what Kudla refers to as functions—everyone can learn what it takes to become an effective leader, regardless of experience. Filled with examples, stories, and practical solutions readers can immediately implement, this book is a manual that leaders can return to over and over again based on their current and emerging needs. The 6 Functions of a Leader are: Defining the vision Setting expectations Igniting motivation Developing talent Building collaboration Managing performance By focusing on the 6 Functions of a Leader, excelling as one is easily within reach.