Leadership’s 4th Evolution – Features and Benefits

Leadership’s 4th Evolution: Collaboration for the 21st Century by Edward Marshall Ph.D. equips students and leaders with a principle-based, award-winning methodology that recognizes people want to be trusted, respected, engaged, and supported. Based on 40 years of research and consulting work with Fortune 500 leaders and companies on five continents, the book provides proven tools and processes that empower leaders, teams, and organizations to become collaborative.

The book contains several pedagogical features to facilitate learning and improve the student experience.

Chapter Introductions are written in a narrative format that follows a learning team as they work through assignments and research as part of a course on leadership. These engaging introductions draw readers in, set the stage for learning, and demonstrate diverse perspectives and collaboration in action.

Learning Objectives at the beginning of each chapter provide readers with an overview of topics and skills and help the reader prepare to engage with the ideas in the chapter.

Side Boxes in select chapters encourage reflection and analysis while facilitating discussion and additional learning.

Informational Tables and Figures provide emphasis and detail for critical information covered throughout the book.

Critical Skills and Actions are highlighted to help future leaders reflect, grow, and develop their personal and professional skill sets.

Chapter Review and Reflections Sections review key learning objective, provide questions for reflection, and offer additional readings and references for further exploration and study.

If you’re interested in learning more about the book and seeing these features in action, request a digital review copy today!