Foundations of Leadership Development

Oliver S. Crocco is Associate Professor in the School of Leadership and Human Resource Development (HRD) at Louisiana State University, USA. His scholarship explores global leadership development and adult learning as developmental and transformative processes in complex settings, regional and comparative human resource development, particularly in Southeast Asia, and the changing nature of work and workplace learning.Tomika W. Greer is Associate Professor, Associate Department Chair, and Program Coordinator of HRD at the University of Houston, USA. In her research, she critically examines postsecondary education, job transitions, telework, and work-life integration with a focus on helping women and marginalized groups manage and develop thriving and sustainable careers.Edward A. Gibbons is Associate Professor of Professional Practice and Undergraduate Programs Coordinator in the School of Leadership and Human Resource Development (HRD) at Louisiana State University, USA. His scholarship focuses on undergraduate HRD curriculum design, curricular patterns across postsecondary programs, and the strategic differentiation of HRD education in the United States. At LSU, Dr. Gibbons teaches undergraduate and graduate courses focused on human resource development, leadership development, organizational analysis, and performance improvement.

• Part I: Laying the Groundwork for Leadership Development.- Chapter 1: The Role of Self-Leadership in Leadership Development.- Chapter 2: Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence.- Chapter 3: Prioritizing Your Multidimensional Wellness.- Chapter 4: Building Integrity and Discipline.- Chapter 5: Discovering Your Motivation.- Part II: Developing Personal Leadership Capabilities.- Chapter 6: Developing Resilience and Adaptability.- Chapter 7: Becoming a Self-Starter.- Chapter 8: Managing Time, Priorities, and Goals.- Chapter 9: Creating a Personal Vision and Mission Statement.- Part III: Interpersonal Effectiveness and the Journey Ahead.- Chapter 10: Communication.- Chapter 11: Building Relationships.- Chapter 12: Resolving Conflict.- Chapter 13: Global Self-Leadership.- Chapter 14: Putting It All Together: Designing Your Self-Leadership Development Plan.- Conclusion: The Lifelong Journey of Self-Leadership.