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1 online resource (xxv, 462 pages) : illustrations |
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text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
The nature of effective public health leadership -- Professionalism for the effective public health leader -- Traits, skills, and styles of leadership -- The contingency model and situational leadership -- Path-goal theory and the Vroom-Jago model of leadership -- The leader-member exchange theory -- Transformational leadership -- The ethical basis of public health leadership -- The cultural basis of public health leadership -- Followership -- Team leadership for public health -- Power and public health leadership -- Mentoring and coaching leaders in public health - Epilogue: Effective public health leadership -- Appendix -- Glossary |
| Summary |
Today's rapidly evolving public health arena urgently needs effective leaders. In fact, this need is so pressing that the major public health associations have come together to call for a new emphasis on leadership development in the public health workforce. Leadership for Public Health: Theory and Practice aims to answer this call. The book is based on the premise that skilled public health leaders consider people their most valuable resource and are prepared to lead those people through a wide variety of situations. Acknowledging that effective leadership cannot rely on a one-size- fits-all approach, the authors challenge readers to try out a number of leadership models and theories, determine which are the best fit for their public health practice, and apply the key principles in their day-to-day work. The book matches its detailed discussion of leadership theory with examples and cases specific to the field of public health. Written primarily for graduate-level public health students, it is also useful for public health leadership institutes and public health practitioners looking to develop their leadership skills. The book is structured in three parts: The Basis for Effective Public Health Practice, which provides an overview of leadership and professionalism in today s public health landscape. Leadership Theories and Concepts, which explores the models of leadership most likely to aid aspiring leaders. The Effective Practice of Public Health Leadership, which further develops the theories and concepts as they apply to public health. Leadership for Public Health: Theory and Practice presents a practical framework for leaders at any public health organization, regardless of size or type, and at any level in the organizational hierarchy. Ultimately, the book aims to develop the leadership necessary to galvanize organizations and communities in transformational change to improve the publics health. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Health services administration.
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Health services administration. |
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Leadership.
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Leadership. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Carlton, Erik L., author.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Holsinger, James W. Leadership for public health. Chicago, Illinois : Health Administration Press, [2018] 9781567939354 (DLC) 2017035208 (DNLM)101723915 (OCoLC)1002043879 |
| ISBN |
9781567939361 (electronic book) |
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1567939368 (electronic book) |
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9781567939378 |
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1567939376 |
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156793935X |
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1567939376 |
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9781567939385 |
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1567939384 |
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9781567939392 |
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1567939392 |
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9781567939354 (print ; alkaline paper) |
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