Graceful Leadership
Right Book Press (Verlag)
978-1-915483-43-0 (ISBN)
Humanitarian, anthropologist and expert team coach Dr Will Parks offers a compelling answer in Graceful Leadership. Forged from his life’s work with UNICEF and profound insights from prominent scholars, leaders and coaches, Dr Parks provides a proven framework for graceful leadership, supercharging personal and organisational performance in both stable and turbulent times.
Written for aspiring, emerging and established leaders of governmental, non-profit and for-profit agencies, this heartwarming book joins the call for leaders to genuinely care for their people and our planet. It beautifully blends philosophy and practical tools to help leaders guide their teams with compassion and coaching, enabling them to:
Perform and thrive even in times of uncertainty.
Create a positive work culture that fosters trust, resilience, joy and collaboration, liberating teams to be the best version of themselves.
Develop self-awareness and empathy, allowing for deeper connections with colleagues and a more adaptable leadership style.
Build enduring, trust-based relationships that enhance communication, creativity, reduce conflict and nurture talent.
Step into a kinder, deeply empowering and more benevolent way to lead as you embark on a journey of self-discovery to enrich your skills, elevate others and embrace the strength of graceful leadership.
Will Parks has combined a wealth of knowledge and experience with a commitment to making the world a better place. A passionate humanitarian with a truly global perspective, he has held senior leadership roles with UNICEF in Cambodia, Bhutan, Iran, Iraq, Nepal, and the Pacific Islands, addressing challenges with compassion and expertise. Before joining UNICEF, Will worked with the Australian and UK Aid Agencies, the Secretariat of the Pacific Community, and the World Health Organization, honing his skills in diverse cultural and professional settings. As a scholar and thought leader, Will holds a PhD in Public Health and Medical Anthropology and has contributed to numerous books and publications, sharing his insights at many international conferences and workshops. Certified by the International Coaching Federation, Will is also an expert coach, dedicated to guiding others on their own graceful leadership journeys.
Part 1 - What is graceful leadership? And why does it matter so much?
Chapter 1: The Pacific Ring of Fire
Chapter 2: Graceful leadership
Chapter 3: Rapid response
Chapter 4: Why graceful leadership matters so much
Part 2 - How can one become and remain a graceful leader?
Practice 1: Have self-compassion
Practice 2: Train your brain
Practice 3: Lift your spiritual intelligence
Practice 4: Step into others’ shoes
Practice 5: Personise
Practice 6: Strive for psychological safety
Practice 7: Apply compassion every time
Practice 8: Be ethical and candid
Practice 9: Assume the best in others
Practice 10: Be an emotional healer
Practice 11: Use humour and play
Practice 12: Embody generosity and gratitude
Practice 13: Help people transform
Practice 14: Create value for the community
Practice 15: Focus on the big picture
Final thoughts
The ending
Graceful leadership toolbox
| Erscheinungsdatum | 09.04.2025 |
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| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 156 x 234 mm |
| Gewicht | 627 g |
| Themenwelt | Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Sozialpädagogik |
| Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie | |
| Wirtschaft ► Betriebswirtschaft / Management ► Unternehmensführung / Management | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-915483-43-3 / 1915483433 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-915483-43-0 / 9781915483430 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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