
Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive
Emerald Publishing Limited
Published on 18. May 2026
Book
Hardback
88 pages
978-1-80686-356-3 (ISBN)
Description
Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive explores the dynamic connection between personal thriving and leadership learning. This timely and thought-provoking book invites students to reimagine leadership learning as a catalyst for well-being.
Rooted in the idea that thriving means evolving energetically, the book integrates key leadership theories with well-being science and positive psychology to support both leader and follower growth. Drawing on the work of scholars, the authors highlight essential elements of thriving, such as environmental mastery, adaptive leadership, growth mindset, emotional intelligence, meaning and purpose, relationships, accomplishments, innovation, engagement, resilience, and self-efficacy.
Through a blend of research, reflection, and practical insight, this book offers a compelling framework for how leadership learning can foster holistic development. It also serves as a call to action for professionals seeking to create environments where students don't just succeed - they thrive.
Whether you're on your own leadership learning journey, designing leadership programs for peers, mentoring students, or shaping institutional strategy, Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive will inspire you to spark new conversations, ignite fresh ideas, and champion well-being through leadership education.
Rooted in the idea that thriving means evolving energetically, the book integrates key leadership theories with well-being science and positive psychology to support both leader and follower growth. Drawing on the work of scholars, the authors highlight essential elements of thriving, such as environmental mastery, adaptive leadership, growth mindset, emotional intelligence, meaning and purpose, relationships, accomplishments, innovation, engagement, resilience, and self-efficacy.
Through a blend of research, reflection, and practical insight, this book offers a compelling framework for how leadership learning can foster holistic development. It also serves as a call to action for professionals seeking to create environments where students don't just succeed - they thrive.
Whether you're on your own leadership learning journey, designing leadership programs for peers, mentoring students, or shaping institutional strategy, Leadership Learning as a Way to Thrive will inspire you to spark new conversations, ignite fresh ideas, and champion well-being through leadership education.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Bingley
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Laminated cover
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
305 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80686-356-3 (9781806863563)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Dr. Kathy L. Guthrie is Professor of Higher Education at Florida State University, USA.
Dr. Charles J. Panarella is Director of Florida State University International Programs, Italy.
Dr. Charles J. Panarella is Director of Florida State University International Programs, Italy.
Author
Florida State University, USA
Florida State University International Programs, Italy
Content
Chapter 1. Leadership and Thriving: Starting the Journey
Chapter 2. Thriving as a Leader: Important Aspects
Chapter 3. Why Environmental Mastery Matters in Leadership: Reading the Room
Chapter 4. Mindset, Emotional Intelligence, and Purpose: Becoming Your Best Self
Chapter 5. Relationships, Accomplishments, and Innovation: Helping You Lead and Thrive
Chapter 6. Showing Up, Bouncing Back, and Believing in Yourself: Keys to Thriving in Leadership
Chapter 7. Knowing-Being-Doing: Leadership and Thriving
Chapter 2. Thriving as a Leader: Important Aspects
Chapter 3. Why Environmental Mastery Matters in Leadership: Reading the Room
Chapter 4. Mindset, Emotional Intelligence, and Purpose: Becoming Your Best Self
Chapter 5. Relationships, Accomplishments, and Innovation: Helping You Lead and Thrive
Chapter 6. Showing Up, Bouncing Back, and Believing in Yourself: Keys to Thriving in Leadership
Chapter 7. Knowing-Being-Doing: Leadership and Thriving