Followership: A Practical Guide to Aligning Leaders and Followers

by Thomas A. Atchison, Atchison, Tom Atchison, Tom

Having an impressive title does not make someone a leader. True leaders inspire commitment from executives, managers, physicians, and staff. Without this commitment, you have nothing but a title. What separates a true leader from a titled executive?   Leaders have followers. This book takes an honest and refreshing look at what it takes build "followership" in today's complicated healthcare environment. Learn how to build an organizational culture that eases tensions and motivates staff to meet growing demands. This book will help you assess your leadership skills and the culture of your organization. Act on your findings with proven strategies that boost morale and engender committed employees. Healthcare leaders face a unique set of challenges. This book provides a clear roadmap for building trusting, productive relationships in an often turbulent and stressful environment.

236 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2003

Reviews

[Bridget Durfey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this for my graduate class. It had so many great insights in the healthcare sector on what it means to be a leader and how to lead followers, as well as how to align yourself with company culture, vision, mission, etc. The book in all was extremely informative.