One Piece Short of a Jigsaw

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The Leadership Jigsaw[ is a powerful assessment for measuring an individual's abilities as a leader. Created by Alan Cutler the assessment provides a very effective model for analyzing just how and where a person measures on critical leadership competencies. The Leadership Jigsaw and this book provide a very solid foundation from which both an individual and an organization can develop in a focused and meaningful way. This book provides the perfect template for learning about leadership, and applying that knowledge in a practical and effective way. One Piece Short of a Jigsaw looks in detail at the six critical elements of Cutlers leadership model and provides self-assessment exercises to test these leadership qualities against the six principles. The six elements that are described and analyzed are: * Example - a leader must set an example * Vision - a leader must be a visionary * Motivation - a leader understands what motivates each Team member * Relationships - a leader builds supportive relationships * Empowerment - a leader empowers others to reach their potential * Communications - a leader understands the power of communication. In addition to the tools and foundation for real leadership development, the book also provides interesting leadership survey findings and engaging commentary and tips from some very notable, real-life leaders who have failed in some way by not applying all the pieces of the jigsaw. This book will definitely help every individual, manager, and leader to grow professionally and personally.

Genre: Biography & Autobiography / General (fancy, right?)