Mastering Inner Leadership

Leadership in today''s corporations is exercised not merely or even primarily by those at the very top of the organizational charts but also by the many employees who find themselves in the middle of the corporation. These managers directors and vice presidents practice inner leadership in both senses of the term. They lead from within the organization rather than from the top. They lead from within themselves seeking to guide others by the light of their own core values and goals which may be distinct from if complementary to the organization''s goals. How they do so and how they can be more effective inner leaders is the focus of this book for current and aspiring leaders as well as their academic colleagues.Fairholm explains that there are four key characteristics that distinguish inner leaders from CEOs. First inner leaders inhabit a unique corporate culture in which they relate not only to subordinates but to peers and supervisors as well. Second inner leaders'' authority is often more a function of their personalities and personal charisma than it is of their official positions. Third inner leaders have the ability to create a subculture within the corporation that facilitates attainment of their personal and professional goals and is consistent with their personal values. Fourth inner leaders use different technologies (techniques methods and approaches) in the pursuit of their objectives. Current and aspiring leaders as well as their academic colleagues will benefit from this work.