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"We are beholden to Machivel, and writers of that kind, who openly and unmasked declare what [people] do in fact, and not what they ought to do; for it is impossible to join the wisdom of… More...

"We are beholden to Machivel, and writers of that kind, who openly and unmasked declare what [people] do in fact, and not what they ought to do; for it is impossible to join the wisdom of the serpent and the innocence of the dove, without a previous knowledge of the nature of evil; as without this, virtue lies exposed and unguarded."?Sir Francis Bacon, The Advancement of Learning (1605)What does political savvy have to do with running a nonprofit organization? According to the authors of this practical and empowering guide, it s essential to success. But can political know how and altruistic values comfortably coexist in a nonprofit leader? According to Michael and Deborah Bradshaw Jinkins, the most effective leaders are those who combine the expertise of their discipline and their deeply held values with political skills, enabling their expertise and values to flourish in real world conditions. The Character of Leadership is a compelling tutorial in the use of pragmatic and principled politics that will help individuals become better leaders.Drawing from the experiences of leaders in a variety of nonprofit organizations, this book gives readers a viable approach to rethinking the practice of leadership. This book helps them examine their current practice and the organizations they serve, reflect on their character as leaders, and gain political skills for value rich leadership.While most nonprofit leaders have a clear sense of their ultimate goals, they tAnd to be idealistic about their Andeavors, viewing politics skeptically?even disdainfully. Much of what they learn in professional schools and their own highest ideals may actually work against their effective leadership. This much needed guide offers a practical, principled approach to the politics of leadership.As their model, the authors use one of the smartest political observers of all time?Niccolo Machiavelli. While the dictionary uses his name to define cutthroat politics, many contemporary Engelse Boeken School & studieboeken Alle school & studieboeken Engelse Boeken > School & studieboeken > Alle school & studieboeken Paperback, [PU: Jossey-Bass Publishers]<

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Behold, I send you as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore, be as shrewd as snakes, and as innocent as doves. --Matthew 10:16 . . . remarkable example of practical humanities scholars… More...

Behold, I send you as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore, be as shrewd as snakes, and as innocent as doves. --Matthew 10:16 . . . remarkable example of practical humanities scholarship. . . .Those who lead all sorts of nonprofit organizations can benefit from this bracing encounter with political realism. --James Wind, president, Alban Institute and author of Places to Worship Leaders of nonprofit enterprises are often motivated by a completing vision of how the world should be. Too often, however, this prevents them from understanding and skillfully operating in the realm of pragmatic realism. For nonprofit leaders who want to succeed in their efforts to change the world without selling their souls, Jinkins and Jinkins offer a guide to pragmatic and principled politics. This book includes case studies of the political successes and failures of talented, good-hearted leaders in a variety of roles including seminary presidents, pastors, and leaders of social service agencies. The authors show us that realistic leaders know that in the rough and tumble of the real world, we must strive to create a place where our values can be translated into policy and common life--learning how to do this is the task that confronts us. Michael Jinkins, Deborah Bradshaw Jinkins, Books, Religion and Spirituality, The Character of Leadership: Political Realism and Public Virtue in Nonprofit Organizations Books>Religion and Spirituality, Wiley<

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Behold, I send you as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore, beas shrewd as snakes, and as innocent as doves. --Matthew10:16 . . . remarkable example of practical humanities scholarshi… More...

Behold, I send you as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore, beas shrewd as snakes, and as innocent as doves. --Matthew10:16 . . . remarkable example of practical humanities scholarship. . ..Those who lead all sorts of nonprofit organizations can benefitfrom this bracing encounter with political realism. --James Wind, president, Alban Institute and author of Places toWorship Leaders of nonprofit enterprises are often motivated by acompleting vision of how the world should be. Too often, however,this prevents them from understanding and skillfully operating inthe realm of pragmatic realism. For nonprofit leaders who want tosucceed in their efforts to change the world without selling theirsouls, Jinkins and Jinkins offer a guide to pragmatic andprincipled politics. This book includes case studies of the political successes andfailures of talented, good-hearted leaders in a variety of rolesincluding seminary presidents, pastors, and leaders of socialservice agencies. The authors show us that realistic leaders knowthat in the rough and tumble of the real world, we must strive tocreate a place where our values can be translated into policy andcommon life--learning how to do this is the task that confronts us. Books List_Books, [PU: Jossey-Bass Publishers]<

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Draw on the world-savvy of Niccolo Machiavelli in this witty and informative guide. The Character of Leadership: Political Realism and Public Virtue in Nonprofit Organizations is what aut… More...

Draw on the world-savvy of Niccolo Machiavelli in this witty and informative guide. The Character of Leadership: Political Realism and Public Virtue in Nonprofit Organizations is what authors Michael Jinkins and Deborah Bradshaw Jinkins call "rethinking good leadership in light of a fresh encounter with Machiavelli." This unique volume concentrates on seeing the world as it is while trying to change it. Non-profit leaders are guided towards an understanding of political realities on the way to creating a value-rich but politically aware way of leadership. Books List_Books, [PU: Jossey-Bass Publishers]<

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