Leadership essentials : shaping vision, multiplying influence, defining character / Greg Ogden and Dan Meyer. [print]

Includes bibliographical references.

Introduction: The art of multiplying influence -- The character of a leader -- Holy : developing a vision of Christlike character -- Habits : cultivating spiritual disciplines to sustain our leadership -- Humble : keeping watch over our souls -- The posture of a leader -- Kneeling : embracing servant love as our primary model -- Teaming : building teams to accomplish our corporate mission -- Stewarding : stewarding our gifts, passions and personality -- The vision of a leader -- The compelling Christ : loving passionately the compelling Christ -- Embracing the kingdom : engaging people in mission -- Helping others see : lifting people out of lethargy and inertia -- The shaping of a leader -- Taming temptation : facing the dangers of money, sex and power -- Conquering criticism : handling criticism with humility and fortitude -- Defeating discouragement : addressing disappointment, frustration, anger and depression.

As essential as the leadership itself is the preparation beforehand, which is why Greg Ogden, a seasoned leader himself, has created this interactive guide that will give you the tools you need to lead well, using your unique gifts and experience. Divided into four sections, this workbook will help you develop character, postures, vision and skills as you participate in the following elements in each chapter: a memory verse, a Bible study, a reading, a leadership exercise. By working through these multiple channels of learning you'll be equipped not just with head knowledge about leadership but with true character formation and awareness of your own abilities that will prepare you for the challenges and choices of leadership. Designed to work well on your own, with a partner or with a group, Leadership Essentials by Greg Ogden and Daniel Meyer is the essential preparation tool for those who would be led and shaped by Christ to lead others with strength and wisdom. - Publisher.