Excellence requires looking at things from fresh perspectives. This compilation offers fresh perspectives on leadership from top CEOs and consultants, who answer questions like: How can leaders make the transition to the new paradigm of continuous change and increased flexibility? How can leaders form partnerships with their employees that allow for increased teamwork and empowerment, for bolder decisions, and for performance-based pay while maintaining the balance between growth and profitability? This compilation includes topics such as change leadership, the qualities of effective leaders, connecting with followers, and leadership vision. A vital part of leadership is to continuously learn. A New Paradigm of Leadership provides that opportunity. -- Horst H. Schulze, president of The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company Ken Shelton is the founder and editor-in-chief of Executive Excellence Publishing, publisher of Executive Excellence and Personal Excellence magazines. He is the author of Beyond Counterfeit Leadership (1997), and Real Success (1999), and served as writer-editor for Stephen R. Covey's Seven Habits of Highly Effective People (1988) and Principle-Centered Leadership (1991). In the past 15 years Shelton has written over 1,000 articles for publication, co-written best-selling books, and edited 36 books on business ethics, team management, and leadership. He has served as a business and marketing consultant to many chief executives, authors, and publishers, and has been a featured speaker at business and leadership conferences throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. Ken has a Master's degree in Organizational Communications from San Diego State University. Ken and his wife Pam are the parents of three sons and now live in Provo, Utah. Used Book in Good Condition