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Leadership · 21 min

Leadership: Theory and Practice

By Peter G. Northouse

Discover how genuine leadership emerges not from formal authority, but from a subtle interplay of influence, situational awareness, and a shared sense of purpose.

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“Discover how genuine leadership emerges not from formal authority, but from a subtle interplay of influence, situational awareness, and a shared sense of purpose.”

— Peter G. Northouse, Leadership: Theory and Practice

What it is about

Leadership, Influence, Organizational Dynamics, Vision

Who it is for

If you often find yourself in a position of authority but sense a disconnect in genuine buy-in, or you want to cultivate influence that transcends your formal title, and this will help you see what to do next.

The author

Peter G. Northouse distills decades of research into a clear, accessible framework, showing how leadership is less about inherent traits and more about observable behaviors and adaptable strategies.

About the author

Peter G. Northouse

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