- Hardcover: 304 pages
- Publisher: Jossey Bass (1 Sep 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0787946656
- ISBN-13: 978-0787946654
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.1 cm
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"Nanus and Dobbs have written a seminal book about a long–neglected and key area of American life: the leadership of not–for–profits. The examples and concepts, written in a marvelously down–to–earth and lucid manner, will, I promise, double––at the very least––the effectiveness of these increasingly important institutions. It′s a first and should be read by all those concerned about not–for–profits: board members most especially, but volunteers, executives, benefactors, and academics as well." (Warren Bennis, University Professor, Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California, and coauthor of Organizing Genius)
"These authors have made a remarkable contribution to social sector nonprofit leadership. It′s a valuable resource by two great authorities on a critical need." (Frances Hesselbein, chairman of the board, The Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management)
"This book is grounded in relevant theory and in practical experience. It is clear, comprehensive, and convincing. I′d recommAnd it to anyone who has entered the nonprofit arena." (Howard Gardner, professor of cognition and education and adjunct professor of psychology, Harvard University, and author of Leading Minds: An Anatomy of Leadership)
"Leaders Who Make a Difference captures the essence of nonprofit leadership in a clear and comprehensive approach. Nanus and Dobbs have shown nonprofit leaders the way to organization building, strengthening relationships that effect change, and most importantly, enable the nonprofit to make a vital difference." (Eileen W. Goldblatt, president and chief executive officer, "I Have a Dream" Foundation)
"Leaders of nonprofit organizations will find no better book to understand their leadership. This will be a text for students, a guide for practitioners, and a reminder for experienced leaders. The authors combine insightful theory with case studies of some of the finest nonprofit leaders today. A winning combination." (Lovett H. Weems Jr., president, Saint Paul School of Theology, and author of Church Leadership)
"If there′s one thing that today′s nonprofit sector needs more than anything else, it′s leadership. In Leaders Who Make a Difference, Burt Nanus and Stephen Dobbs illustrate the qualities that do ′make a difference′ by telling real–life stories of exceptional nonprofit leaders––few of them household names––and examining the lessons these men and women learned the hard way." (Dorothy S. Ridings, president and CEO, Council on Foundations)
"This well researched book is written to help current CEOs, as well as to develop and motivate individuals now emerging from all segments of our society to lead with confidence and competence into and through the next century." (Clark A. Blasdell, president and CEO, Northbay Ecumenical Homes)
"These authors have made a remarkable contribution to social sector nonprofit leadership. It′s a valuable resource by two great authorities on a critical need." (Frances Hesselbein, chairman of the board, The Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management)
"This book is grounded in relevant theory and in practical experience. It is clear, comprehensive, and convincing. I′d recommAnd it to anyone who has entered the nonprofit arena." (Howard Gardner, professor of cognition and education and adjunct professor of psychology, Harvard University, and author of Leading Minds: An Anatomy of Leadership)
"Leaders Who Make a Difference captures the essence of nonprofit leadership in a clear and comprehensive approach. Nanus and Dobbs have shown nonprofit leaders the way to organization building, strengthening relationships that effect change, and most importantly, enable the nonprofit to make a vital difference." (Eileen W. Goldblatt, president and chief executive officer, "I Have a Dream" Foundation)
"Leaders of nonprofit organizations will find no better book to understand their leadership. This will be a text for students, a guide for practitioners, and a reminder for experienced leaders. The authors combine insightful theory with case studies of some of the finest nonprofit leaders today. A winning combination." (Lovett H. Weems Jr., president, Saint Paul School of Theology, and author of Church Leadership)
"If there′s one thing that today′s nonprofit sector needs more than anything else, it′s leadership. In Leaders Who Make a Difference, Burt Nanus and Stephen Dobbs illustrate the qualities that do ′make a difference′ by telling real–life stories of exceptional nonprofit leaders––few of them household names––and examining the lessons these men and women learned the hard way." (Dorothy S. Ridings, president and CEO, Council on Foundations)
"This well researched book is written to help current CEOs, as well as to develop and motivate individuals now emerging from all segments of our society to lead with confidence and competence into and through the next century." (Clark A. Blasdell, president and CEO, Northbay Ecumenical Homes)
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"Nanus and Dobbs have written a seminal book about a long–neglected and key area of American life: the leadership of not–for–profits.... It′s a first and should be read by all those concerned about not–for–profits: board members most especially, but volunteers, executives, benefactors, and academics as well."
––Warren Bennis, University Professor, Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California, and coauthor of Organizing Genius
"These authors have made a remarkable contribution to social sector nonprofit leadership. It′s a valuable resource by two great authorities on a critical need."
––Frances Hesselbein, chairman of the board, The Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management
"If there′s one thing that today′s nonprofit sector needs more than anything else, it′s leadership.... Burt Nanus and Stephen Dobbs illustrate the qualities that do ′make a difference′ by telling real–life stories of exceptional nonprofit leaders––few of them household names––and examining the lessons these men and women learned the hard way."
––Dorothy S. Ridings, president and CEO, Council on Foundations
There are many books on leadership, but few that focus specifically on the unique role of nonprofit executives. For the CEOs and directors of more than one million U.S. social sector organizations––as well as those who aspire to these positions––best–selling author Burt Nanus and colleague Stephen M. Dobbs have written the first comprehensive and authoritative book on nonprofit leadership.
The authors show how leaders build successful nonprofit organizations by developing key relationships to improve their performance and move them toward a greater good––such as much higher levels of service to their clients and community. They describe the six key roles that effective leaders must play––Visionary, Strategist, Change Agent, Coach, Politician, and Fundraiser––and present inspiring examples of how their actions in these roles have been crucial to the success of large and small nonprofits flourishing across the nation. Leaders Who Make a Difference offers proven lessons on strategy, team building, fundraising, advocacy, board relations, and much more. Grounded in real–world practice, the book champions the potential of all nonprofit leaders to greatly improve the performance of their organizations and realize their visions of better communities.
––Warren Bennis, University Professor, Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California, and coauthor of Organizing Genius
"These authors have made a remarkable contribution to social sector nonprofit leadership. It′s a valuable resource by two great authorities on a critical need."
––Frances Hesselbein, chairman of the board, The Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management
"If there′s one thing that today′s nonprofit sector needs more than anything else, it′s leadership.... Burt Nanus and Stephen Dobbs illustrate the qualities that do ′make a difference′ by telling real–life stories of exceptional nonprofit leaders––few of them household names––and examining the lessons these men and women learned the hard way."
––Dorothy S. Ridings, president and CEO, Council on Foundations
There are many books on leadership, but few that focus specifically on the unique role of nonprofit executives. For the CEOs and directors of more than one million U.S. social sector organizations––as well as those who aspire to these positions––best–selling author Burt Nanus and colleague Stephen M. Dobbs have written the first comprehensive and authoritative book on nonprofit leadership.
The authors show how leaders build successful nonprofit organizations by developing key relationships to improve their performance and move them toward a greater good––such as much higher levels of service to their clients and community. They describe the six key roles that effective leaders must play––Visionary, Strategist, Change Agent, Coach, Politician, and Fundraiser––and present inspiring examples of how their actions in these roles have been crucial to the success of large and small nonprofits flourishing across the nation. Leaders Who Make a Difference offers proven lessons on strategy, team building, fundraising, advocacy, board relations, and much more. Grounded in real–world practice, the book champions the potential of all nonprofit leaders to greatly improve the performance of their organizations and realize their visions of better communities.
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Keen analysis of NPO leadership roles, 14 April 2000
By Norm Schneider, Professor of Urban Studies, S... - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Leaders Who Make a Difference: Essential Strategies for Meeting the Nonprofit Challenge (J-B US non-Franchise Leadership) (Hardcover)
Academics and practitioners working in the nonprofit sector have long recognized that the quality of organizational leadership is a major determinant of agency performance. Much of the existing leadership literature has its roots in the corporate or public management fields. By contrast, Nanus and Dobbs have built up an analysis grounded in the experience and special institutional context of the nonprofit sector. As an academic teaching and researching in this area, I appreciate the focus on the nonprofit sector, the theoretical framework and the empirical accounts offered.In my current nonprofit management course (begun before publication of the book), I found that assigning sections of the book: Chapters 1,7,8,and 9 (the guts of the theory), to be especially helpful. Each student is required to do a descriptive, detailed NPO case study. An element of this study is a descriptive account of a recent or current organizational management issue. The Nanus and Dobbs theory section enabled me and the students to put these management issues into perspective and to identify the critical role of leadership. Next spring, I plan to use the Nanus-Dobbs book as one of my assigned texts and to enlarge on the course treatment of leadership issues. I suggest that other academics consider a similar use.
I also expect that "Leaders Who Make a Difference" would be an effective and appealing aid in the recruitment and training of NPO board members. It offers a keen overview of the leadership roles the board can play; in addition it makes that role realistic, appealing and challenging.
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Home run on leadership for not-for-profits, 2 Aug 2000
By George B Wright - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Leaders Who Make a Difference: Essential Strategies for Meeting the Nonprofit Challenge (J-B US non-Franchise Leadership) (Hardcover)
"As Editor of the Not-for-Profit CEO Monthly Letter, I had occasion to review "Leaders Who Make a Difference" for our readership, which consists almost entirely of executive directors and board members. I recommended it enthusiastically, telling our readers that `this volume should be on your desk; not in the book case, but on your desk.' After the review was published, I received the following letter from a nationally known consultant to not-for-profit boards." George B. Wright, Editor, "The Not-For-Profit CEO Monthly Letter," C3 Strategies, Portland, OR"The challenges today's nonprofit organizations face make effective leadership a critical need. By combining relevant theory with case studies that exemplify leadership excellence, Nanus and Dobbs have created an invaluable and much-needed resource for all nonprofit leaders." Kathleen D. Edwards, consultant and author, Bowman-Edwards & Associates, Seattle, WA.
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Leaders Who Make Difference --- Makes a Difference, 14 Mar 2001
By Carol Woltring - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Leaders Who Make a Difference: Essential Strategies for Meeting the Nonprofit Challenge (J-B US non-Franchise Leadership) (Hardcover)
There is a dearth of leadership literature aimed at the non-profit and public sectors. Leaders Who Make a Difference by Nanus and Dobbs helps to fill that void. It is a very valuable leadership guide and reference book for leaders in the non-profit sector. Their synthesis of the leadership literature and their emphasis on shared vision, strategy, and team building with tools and guides is very valuable to students of leadership as well as current mangers who are enhancing their leadership skills. The roles of a leader that are emphasized - visionary, strategist, change agent, coach, politician, and campaigner - are useful reminders to leaders in all sectors about the importance and complexity of leading well with a full set of skills. This book is being used in the curriculum of an International Family Planning Leadership Program with great success - so it has global relevance and appeal. Our fellows have found the book to be full of tips and tools that serve to validate the skills that they already have as well as guide them to devleop more facets of their leadership. I highly recommend this book to leadership development programs and practitioners in the non-profit and public sectors.
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