Books in the The John Adair Masterclass Series series

An essential guide for any business leader looking to hone, develop and master the art of judgment.In The Art of Judgment, John Adair draws upon his decades of experience and expertise to provide a practical and fascinating insight into how you can harness the full potential of your judgement. The success of any organization or individual depends upon the sound judgment of its leadership. Too often, this elusive characteristic has been misperceived as an unchangeable, entrenched element of our character. But in fact, judgment is an art--one that can be honed, developed and mastered. Adair''s in-depth methods are summarized in 10 key principles, which include:- Thinking to Some Purpose- Experience ΓÇô the Seedbed- Truth ΓÇô the Leading Star- How to Share Decisions- The Role of ValuesWith the divisiveness of public discourse and the complexities of modern business, it is more difficult than ever to be sure that you''re making the right decision. Adair provides a clear pathway to improving your judgment, beginning with an exploration of the machinations behind decision-making, before demonstrating how you can develop a stronger understanding and control of your judgment.This is an essential companion for any business leaders interested in making the best decisions for them and their organization. Good judgment is the secret behind any success, and also has the potential to accelerate one''s own career. This book provides insight, expertise and inspiration for anyone looking to cultivate and develop their art of judgment.

In any job, there will come a time when you are asked to lead other people. But while people are often well-trained in the skill set of their particular profession, few people are ever taught how to lead. As such, those first steps into leadership can seem daunting--what do you actually do? What do you need to know? How do you actually lead?Broken down into eight simple lessons, this book aims to convey the basics in a way that is clear, concise, relevant and practical. To enhance the practical nature of the text, each of the seven chapters is followed by a series of key points--designed to act as summaries as well as incitements to positive action.┬╖ The First Lesson: Defining the task┬╖ The Second Lesson: Effective planning┬╖ The Third Lesson: Briefing ┬╖ The Fourth Lesson: Controlling┬╖ The Fifth Lesson: Motivating┬╖ The Sixth Lesson: Organizing┬╖ The Seventh Lesson: Evaluating ┬╖ The Eighth Lesson: Leading by exampleAimed at those who, regardless of industry or business sector, are about take their first steps on the leadership path, or who are at an early stage in their career and realize that leadership responsibilities lie ahead of them, How to Lead Others is the essential handbook to one of the most important and challenging aspects of professional life.

In a dynamic book sector such as "Leadership," it''s easy to lose sight of the basics--the timeless concepts that continue to underpin much of the new thinking on the behavior of leaders. One of the UK''s best-known business thinkers, John Adair has distilled his experience into 20 key concepts, including: ┬╖ The art of sharing decisions; ┬╖ Integrity; ┬╖ Warmth and humanity; ┬╖ Critical testing; and ┬╖ Practical wisdom.For anyone seeking a deeper knowledge of the theories and issues surrounding leadership as a management function, Lessons in Leadership is a series of reflections on the fundamentals of leadership, all designed to challenge and inspire the reader. In the midst of current global concerns about the quality of leadership, the book is both a practical handbook and also a contribution to the ongoing debate about what kind of leadership we should be encouraging in today''s volatile and uncertain world.Leadership and change go hand in hand--but during times of change, the basic building blocks of leadership remain the same. Regardless of the size of the team to be led--whether it is five or 5,000--Lessons in Leadership offers guidance, inspiration, reassurance, and insight.