
Humanistic Management and Leadership
Routledge (Publisher)
1st Edition
Will be published approx. on 23. October 2026
Book
Hardback
234 pages
978-1-041-22045-9 (ISBN)
Description
Humanistic Management and Leadership redefines the way we understand management in the 21st century by centering the conversation around the human condition and global challenges. Grounded in a dignity-centered and values-driven humanistic approach, this textbook explores how organizations and leaders can align performance with purpose, motivation with meaning, and strategy with human and societal flourishing.
Drawing from foundational management theories and contemporary research, this book equips students, practitioners, and aspiring leaders with tools for developing humanistic practices and leadership. Topics include emotional intelligence, dignity in leadership, the power of teams, mindful self-leadership, prosocial behavior, and navigating organizational complexity with integrity.
The book is experiential, featuring reflective activities, real-world case studies, and exercises designed to translate abstract theory into practical skillsets. From understanding motivation and psychological safety to thriving in diverse teams and optimizing purpose-driven cultures, students are empowered to both think critically and lead compassionately.
Whether you're a business student, emerging leader, or change agent, this book invites you to lead not just from authority and profit-striving-but from authenticity, insight, and a deep commitment to collective well-being.
Drawing from foundational management theories and contemporary research, this book equips students, practitioners, and aspiring leaders with tools for developing humanistic practices and leadership. Topics include emotional intelligence, dignity in leadership, the power of teams, mindful self-leadership, prosocial behavior, and navigating organizational complexity with integrity.
The book is experiential, featuring reflective activities, real-world case studies, and exercises designed to translate abstract theory into practical skillsets. From understanding motivation and psychological safety to thriving in diverse teams and optimizing purpose-driven cultures, students are empowered to both think critically and lead compassionately.
Whether you're a business student, emerging leader, or change agent, this book invites you to lead not just from authority and profit-striving-but from authenticity, insight, and a deep commitment to collective well-being.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Undergraduate Core
Illustrations
4 s/w Zeichnungen, 8 s/w Tabellen, 4 s/w Abbildungen
8 Tables, black and white; 4 Line drawings, black and white; 4 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-041-22045-9 (9781041220459)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions

Michael Pirson | Julita Haber
Humanistic Management and Leadership
Book
approx. 10/2026
1st Edition
Routledge
€52.50
Not yet published
Persons
Michael Pirson is the James A. F. Stoner Endowed Chair in Global Sustainability at Fordham University and a leading scholar in the fields of humanistic management, sustainability, and social entrepreneurship. He is also a research associate at Harvard University's Human Flourishing Program and the founder and president of the International Humanistic Management Association.
Julita Haber is an Associate Clinical Professor at Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business whose scholarship and teaching focus on organizational behavior and innovative approaches to management education. Her teaching emphasizes a humanistic approach that integrates self-awareness, innovation, collaboration, dignity, and experiential learning.
Julita Haber is an Associate Clinical Professor at Fordham University's Gabelli School of Business whose scholarship and teaching focus on organizational behavior and innovative approaches to management education. Her teaching emphasizes a humanistic approach that integrates self-awareness, innovation, collaboration, dignity, and experiential learning.
Content
Part I: Why Management Matters Chapter 1: Why Management Chapter 2: Managing for a Better World Part II: Developing Individual Excellence Chapter 3: What Humans Have in Common Chapter 4: How Humans are Different Chapter 5: Human Motivation: What We Seek and How We Achieve It Chapter 6: Cultivating Insightful and Impactful Leadership Part III: Developing Team Excellence Chapter 7: The Value of Teamwork and Why Teams Often Fail Chapter 8 - Strategies for High-Performing Teams Chapter 9: High Performing Teams and Your Contribution Part IV: Understanding Organizations Chapter 10: Overview of Organizations Chapter 11: Organizational Change and Transformation Chapter 12: Organizational Excellence and You Part V: Understanding Societal Excellence Chapter 13: Toward Societal Excellence Chapter 14: Societal Excellence and You