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Developing Women Leaders: A Guide for Men and Women in Organizations
John Wiley and Sons Ltd, Sep 2009, Pages: 184
Developing Women Leaders answers the question “How do we best develop women leaders?” with practical solutions drawn from current literature and the author’s personal interviews with high-achievers in major US companies and universities.
- Presents research-based, practical solutions to help people in organizations develop talented women
- Describes what organizations and individuals need to know about leadership competencies, personality, and leadership styles
- Explains gender-related issues that affect the behaviors of both women and men at work
- Integrates first-hand accounts by high-achieving women and men from major US companies and universities about their leadership experiences
- Separate chapters addressed to CEOs and Human Resource executives, managers, and women offer practical suggestions to implement in their organizations, using examples from some 'best practice' companies
- Has relevance across the range of all organizations including Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, non-profit organizations and small businesses
- Has significance for every aspect of society – business, government, law, families, careers, and health
Global organizations are currently facing the challenges posed by the dearth of leadershipand as large numbers of baby boomers begin to retire, there will be an even greater shortage of trained, experienced workers to fill key positions. Retaining talented women in corporations is more critical than ever in light of recent research demonstrating that companies with the highest representations of women in leadership roles show better financial performance. Ultimately, the development of women leaders improves organizational capability and financial performance, and can lead to greater job satisfaction for both the men and women in todays organizations. This book helps to answer the question, How do we best develop women leaders? by uniquely translating the findings from social science research into strategies and tips that people in management can apply.
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