Real Leaders:

A Practical Guide to the Essential Qualities of Effective Leadership

What makes an effective leader?

It’s a popular belief that the world of leadership is a mysterious arena where only the strong, fearless, and gifted can survive. However, the reality of effective leadership is far more grounded and accessible.

Real Leaders unpacks and examines the psychological and behavioural traits that characterise many great leaders. Through an accessible mix of pragmatic and practical guidance, the book demonstrates how to adopt and adapt these common attributes to develop an authentic leadership style. Whether you are an existing or aspiring leader, it provides the coaching necessary to elevate your skills and create lasting success.

Eye-opening new research carried out for this fully revised second edition underlines how leaders are, above all, human. They do not fall into standard stereotypes or a “one size fits all” approach. Using a powerful range of updated concepts and models, it is now easier than ever to evolve and grow as you harness the essential qualities of effective leadership.