The globalization of business is a reality that confronts organizations of all sizes from different nations and cultures. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the nature of cultural variations that affect important aspects of organizational behavior. -- The authors...

Cover -- Half Title -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- Introduction: The Challenge of Leadership Communication -- PART 1 STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP: Think Long-Term Investment in People and Payoff -- Chapter 1 Communicating as a Leader and as a Manager -- Chapter 2 Have a Ready Answer for THIS One...

Introduction to communication-based management theory -- Perspectives of internal communication in the context of agile corporate management -- Task areas of corporate management and the contribution of internal communication: normative leadership, strategic controlling, organization, innovation...

Chapter 1: Principles to Become an Effective Engineering Leader -- Chapter 2: Leadership Styles and Situational Leadership -- Chapter 3: Collaboration and Team Dynamics -- Chapter 4: The Art of Mentoring -- Chapter 5: Fostering Growth and Innovation -- Chapter 6: Evaluating and Developing Your Team.