<p>'The critical need to distinguish between leaders and managers that the growing complexity of society demands will be well served by this clear, concise book written by two people who have spent their lives thinking, teaching and writing about it.' — <em>Dee Hock</em>, Founder and CEO Emeritus, VISA, Author, Birth of the Chaordic Age</p><p>'The Murphys have provided us with a unique perspective of the complex subjects of management and leadership. While there are countless publications that attempt to define and homogenize these operational and behavioral principles, this body of work takes the reader through a critical analysis that requires us to consider the historical evolution of management and leadership in organizations, current understandings and a look into the future. The book is an interesting and rewarding journey for the reader as, in the end, we are better tooled to understand the appropriate differences and even common elements for what might constitute exemplary management and leadership practices.' — <em>Gary Bonvillian</em>, President Emeritus, Thomas University</p><p>'Robert and Kathleen Murphy move us beyond the present "status quo" into a bright future based on a philosophy I have always ascribed to: "Leadership is a matter of how to be, not how to do.' — <em>Frances Hesselbein</em>, President and CEO, Frances Hesselbein Leadership Institute, Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient</p><p>'Robert and Kathleen Murphy have brilliantly illuminated the difference between management and leadership. Their lessons at the US Army War College served me and thousands of military officers and civilians very well over many years.' — <em>Thomas Bostick</em>, Senior VP, Intrexon</p>

Cutting through the clutter of management and leadership books, Manager vs. Leader: Untying the Gordian Knot works to differentiate the terms manager and leader. With these terms often used synonymously, misunderstanding leads to confusion and failed expectations at all levels of an organization. Providing both academic and practical organizational examples, this book challenges readers with ranging experience and knowledge to explore management and leadership in a new and comprehensive way.Enabling readers to better understand the nuances between leading and managing, this book provides historical context while guiding readers in understanding the impact each role has within an organization. Through brief explorations into Organization Development and Transformation, this book works through the state of the leadership concept and provides insights into future challenges for managers and leaders.Armed with historical context, a foundation to explore the terms manager and leader, and an open mind, readers will be able to more effectively manage expectations and interact with others whether professionally or personally.
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List of FiguresPrefaceAcknowledgementsIntroductionOverviewIs this Dilemma Real?Why the Gordian Knot?The Path of the BookA Final NoteChapter 1 Evolution of Management ThoughtOverviewA Brief History of ManagementThe Third WaveChapter 2 Classical Approaches to ManagementOverviewScientific ManagementThe Birth of BureaucraciesThe Search for an Administrative ProcessThe POMC ModelChapter 3 Evolution of the Management ProcessOverviewThe POMC TimelineOrganizational Change ProcessChaordic AgeA Final CommentChapter 4 The Struggle to Define LeadershipOverviewManagement versus LeadershipA Systems View of LeadershipA Final CommentChapter 5 Why the Distinction MattersOverviewLeading SituationsThe Difference MattersThe Difference Impacts Organizational ChangeChapter 6 Future Trends for Managers and LeadersSorting Out the FutureLeaders and Managers in Chaordic OrganizationsChapter 7 ConclusionsSelected Resume of Dr. Robert M. MurphySelected Resume of Dr. Kathleen M. MurphyBibliographyIndex
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'The critical need to distinguish between leaders and managers that the growing complexity of society demands will be well served by this clear, concise book written by two people who have spent their lives thinking, teaching and writing about it.' — Dee Hock, Founder and CEO Emeritus, VISA, Author, Birth of the Chaordic Age'The Murphys have provided us with a unique perspective of the complex subjects of management and leadership. While there are countless publications that attempt to define and homogenize these operational and behavioral principles, this body of work takes the reader through a critical analysis that requires us to consider the historical evolution of management and leadership in organizations, current understandings and a look into the future. The book is an interesting and rewarding journey for the reader as, in the end, we are better tooled to understand the appropriate differences and even common elements for what might constitute exemplary management and leadership practices.' — Gary Bonvillian, President Emeritus, Thomas University'Robert and Kathleen Murphy move us beyond the present "status quo" into a bright future based on a philosophy I have always ascribed to: "Leadership is a matter of how to be, not how to do.' — Frances Hesselbein, President and CEO, Frances Hesselbein Leadership Institute, Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipient'Robert and Kathleen Murphy have brilliantly illuminated the difference between management and leadership. Their lessons at the US Army War College served me and thousands of military officers and civilians very well over many years.' — Thomas Bostick, Senior VP, Intrexon
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ISBN
9781138559080
Publisert
2017-08-29
Utgiver
Vendor
Routledge
Vekt
204 gr
Høyde
216 mm
Bredde
138 mm
Aldersnivå
U, P, 05, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
90

Om bidragsyterne

Robert M. Murphy is a professor and lecturer in management, leadership and managing change. He is a retired US Army officer who has experience as commander, staff officer and as a researcher, and has lectured throughout Europe, Central America and China. He has academic experience as academic department chair and executive to university president for planning.

Kathleen M. Murphy is a professor and lecturer in management, entrepreneurship, negotiations and International Business. She has lectured throughout Europe, especially Poland. She was the university representative to Russia to study international education initiatives, and has taught management for a semester at Finance and Economics University, Yunnan, China.