Leadership A Communication Perspective Author:Michael Z. Hackman, Craig E. Johnson Leadership is an essential ingredient in any attempt to achieve collective goals. The process of leadership depends on the interaction in the group or organization. Communication is the central ingredient in effective leadership and followership. What skills do leaders possess? Can those skills be learned? What roles do diversity and gender play... more » in leading and following? What is ethical leadership? The text provides a solid foundation for learning about the vital role of leadership in multiple contexts. Readers explore the complexities of leadership and communication through abundant examples, case studies, research highlights, self-assessments, and application exercises.« less