Open Source Leadership

Rajeev Peshawaria

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From taxi rides, hotel stays, car driving, to communicating and paying, everything we knew as normal has changed beyond recognition. To lead effectively in today's brave new world, you have to question EVERYTHING.

For the first time in human history, knowledge is free and almost every boundary to communication has been lifted. This open source world has permanently altered the business landscape. And you can count on the fact that the pace of change will only accelerate. Yet . . . companies still rely on management tools and practices that were, at best, mildly effective in their heyday.

In Open Source Leadership, Rajeev Peshawaria reveals the vision, insight, and practices he has used to help some of today's largest and most influential organizations meet the open source world head on. It all starts with asking the right questions:

• What’s the most effective leadership style in a world of 24/7 connectivity?

• How has the very concept of leadership changed in the open source era?

• How do you inspire and reward performance in the "gig economy?"

• How do you measure engagement and effectively address the gaps?

• How can you lead innovation--quickly and continuously?

Peshawaria reveals the answers to these questions--and they will surprise you. Based on his company’s groundbreaking research spanning 28 countries, he concludes that traditional industrial age thinking needs a massive upgrade to successfully navigating the brave new world of business. 

Open Source Leadership rewrites the rules of management, giving you a unique look at the most common misperceptions, illusions, and downright wrong information you’ve been getting about what works and what doesn’t. It provides a new, counterintuitive model for seizing competitive edge in any industry.

Among other issues the book argues convincingly that "positive autocracy" must replace democratic leadership; talent and innovation are abundant not scarce; early identification of high-potentials is counter-productive; and setting employees free to do as little as they want will increase productivity.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Collaborative Leadership: The book promotes a model of leadership that is collaborative and inclusive, where leaders harness the collective intelligence and creativity of their teams.

  2. Transparency and Trust: Peshawaria emphasizes the importance of transparency and trust in leadership, creating an environment where team members feel valued and empowered.

  3. Adaptive Leadership: Leaders need to be adaptable and responsive to change, embracing innovation and new ideas to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.

  4. Empowerment: Open source leadership involves empowering team members and giving them autonomy to make decisions and take ownership of their work.

  5. Continuous Learning: Leaders should foster a culture of continuous learning and development, both for themselves and their teams, to stay relevant and adaptable.

  6. Purpose-Driven Leadership: The book advocates for purpose-driven leadership, where leaders align their actions with a meaningful purpose that inspires and motivates others.

  7. Resilience: Building resilience is crucial for leaders to navigate challenges and setbacks effectively, maintaining a positive mindset and leading by example.

  8. Emotional Intelligence: Peshawaria highlights the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, including self-awareness, empathy, and effective communication.

  9. Ethical Leadership: Open source leaders uphold high ethical standards, demonstrating integrity, fairness, and accountability in their actions and decisions.

  10. Global Leadership: In a globalized world, leaders need to have a global mindset and cultural intelligence, respecting diversity and leveraging the strengths of diverse teams.

Language English
ISBN-10 1260108368
ISBN-13 9781260108361
No of pages 320
Font Size Medium
Book Publisher McGraw-Hill Education
Published Date 04 Nov 2017

About Author

Author : Rajeev Peshawaria

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