Balanced Leadership: Making the Best Use of Personal and Team Leadership in Projects

A new theory of balanced leadership in projects suggests that authority in projects shifts dynamically between project managers, individual team members, and sub-teams, depending on the situation. Balanced leadership ensures the best suitable approach is used by using a vertical, horizontal, shared, or distributed leadership approach. The book outlines the five building blocks that enable balanced leadership and explains how they are coordinated through the socio-cognitive space shared by project managers and team.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 25 March 2022
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc

Leadership in projects is a dynamic and ever-evolving concept. Authority within projects shifts and adapts based on the specific circumstances and needs of the project. There are various leadership approaches that can be employed, including vertical, horizontal, shared, or distributed leadership. However, the key to effective leadership is the adoption of a balanced approach.

Balanced leadership ensures that the most suitable leadership approach is chosen for each particular situation. This approach is based on extensive research conducted through an award-winning global program. The authors, Ralf Müller, Nathalie Drouin, and Shankar Sankaran, present a comprehensive theory of balanced leadership and offer a project-specific leadership approach. They also outline the five essential building blocks that enable balanced leadership, including the nomination of team members, identification of potential leaders, selection and empowerment of leaders, empowered leadership, and leadership transition.

The book delves into the coordination of these building blocks within the socio-cognitive space shared by project managers and team members. Through real-life case studies and clear examples, the book provides a fresh perspective on dynamic leadership in project settings. It offers valuable insights and practical strategies for project managers and team members alike, enabling them to navigate the complexities of project leadership and achieve successful outcomes.

In conclusion, balanced leadership is a crucial concept in project management. By adopting a comprehensive and adaptable approach, project leaders can ensure that the most suitable leadership approach is chosen for each situation, leading to increased effectiveness, collaboration, and success.

Weight: 340g
Dimension: 234 x 154 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780190076139