Women of Vision: Understanding the Ways Women Lead Change

In the midst of numerous global uncertainties, leaders are expected to have the ability to articulate a compelling vision of a preferred future that energizes and engages followers. In fact, Kouzes and Posner (2009) have argued that "Being forward-looking-envisioning exciting possibilities and...

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Main Author: O'Connor, Candy M. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Taylor & Francis [2018]
In: Christian higher education
Year: 2018, Volume: 17, Issue: 4, Pages: 198-214
IxTheo Classification:CF Christianity and Science
FB Theological education
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