Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service

By Charles Szypszak | Publisher: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers

About the book

Military veterans have had some of the most intensive leadership training available. Many return to their communities seeking to apply what they have learned. Those who enter the world of public affairs--where colleagues are increasingly less likely to have served in the military--may encounter a popular misconception: that military leadership is all about exercising authority and giving orders. In fact military leadership is based on interpersonal dynamics, often learned through trying circumstances.

Effective management of civil emergencies--as shown by 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina--calls for the same official demeanor, decisiveness and trustworthiness as does combat. Good leadership is fundamentally the same in ordinary day-to-day challenges as well. This book describes how the principles and methods of military leadership are effective for public service.

Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.

Editions of Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service

Paperback
ISBN 9781476664910
PDF
ISBN 9781476627038

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Military veterans have had some of the most intensive leadership training available. Many return to their communities seeking to apply what they have learned. Those who enter the world of public affairs--where colleagues are increasingly less likely to have served in the military--may encounter a popular misconception: that military leadership is all about exercising authority and giving orders. In fact military leadership is based on interpersonal dynamics, often learned through trying circumstances.

Effective management of civil emergencies--as shown by 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina--calls for the same official demeanor, decisiveness and trustworthiness as does combat. Good leadership is fundamentally the same in ordinary day-to-day challenges as well. This book describes how the principles and methods of military leadership are effective for public service.

Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service about?

Military veterans have had some of the most intensive leadership training available. Many return to their communities seeking to apply what they have learned. Those who enter the world of public affairs--where colleagues are increasingly less likely to have served in the military--may encounter a popular misconception: that military leadership is all about exercising authority and giving orders. In fact military leadership is based on interpersonal dynamics, often learned through trying circumstances.

Effective management of civil emergencies--as shown by 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina--calls for the same official demeanor, decisiveness and trustworthiness as does combat. Good leadership is fundamentally the same in ordinary day-to-day challenges as well. This book describes how the principles and methods of military leadership are effective for public service.

Instructors considering this book for use in a course may request an examination copy here.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service?

History and Archaeology > History > Military history

Where can I read a sample of Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service?

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How long is Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service and how many pages does it have?

Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service has 204 page(s)

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service?

Charles Szypszak

Who is the Publisher of the book Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service?

McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Military Leadership Lessons for Public Service is available as paperback(ISBN 9781476664910) and pdf(ISBN 9781476627038)

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