The Leadership Trajectory, 2nd Edition
This item will be released on 25-09-2026
Designed to help you excel at every stage of your leadership path, The Leadership Trajectory: Developing Legacy Leaders-Ship, 2nd Edition, follows a five-element framework that addresses the core attributes of a leader — character, commitment, connectedness, compassion and confidence. This unique and practical text offers strategic guidance on the actions you need to take to become more influential in any environment to move yourself and your team to greater contributions. You’ll learn how to develop the skills, mindset, and aptitude to succeed regardless of where you are in your position, setting or education journey.
ISBN :
9780443127540
Publication Date :
25-09-2026
Stock Status :
Available for Pre-Order
Designed to help you excel at every stage of your leadership path, The Leadership Trajectory: Developing Legacy Leaders-Ship, 2nd Edition, follows a five-element framework that addresses the core attributes of a leader — character, commitment, connectedness, compassion and confidence. This unique and practical text offers strategic guidance on the actions you need to take to become more influential in any environment to move yourself and your team to greater contributions. You’ll learn how to develop the skills, mindset, and aptitude to succeed regardless of where you are in your position, setting or education journey.
New to this edition
- NEW! What is Leadership? chapter explores what the future might be like for nurse leaders
- Updated virtual communication coverage addresses the effects of remote and hybrid work on the leadership profession, and how nurse managers can lead effectively in these environments
- Introduction to AI technology discusses how nurse leaders can collaborate with nurse informaticists, ethicists, engineers and other stakeholders when AI implementation is considered
- Peer-review comments in the opening chapters expand on the Trajectory Model and its use
- Coverage of the nursing bailout examines its ongoing effect on the nursing leadership profession
Key Features
- Five-element framework throughout the text explores the core attributes of an effective leader — character, commitment, connectedness, compassion, and confidence
- Success Tips boxes within most chapters offer practical strategies for successfully using key chapter concepts in practice
- Reflection Questions at the end of each chapter emphasize the importance of the topic covered as a strategy for growth
- Legacy Leadership (LL) Alert boxes cite examples of actions and statements to avoid
- Legacy Leadership (LL) Lineup summaries conclude each chapter to help you create an action plan related to the topic
Author Information
By Patricia S. Yoder-Wise, RN, EdD, NEA-BC, ANEF, FAAN, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, USA; Karren Kowalski, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, President, Kowalski and Associates Consulting, Castle Rock, CO, USA; Susan Sportsman, RN, PhD, ANEF, FAAN, Formerly Dean, College of Health Science and Human Services, Midwestern State University; Associate Dean of Nursing, Texas Tech University and Vice President, Mental Health Programs, Harris Methodist Health System, USA
| ISBN Number | 9780443127540 |
|---|---|
| Description Author List | By Patricia S. Yoder-Wise, RN, EdD, NEA-BC, ANEF, FAAN, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, USA; Karren Kowalski, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, President, Kowalski and Associates Consulting, Castle Rock, CO, USA; Susan Sportsman, RN, PhD, ANEF, FAAN, Formerly Dean, College of Health Science and Human Services, Midwestern State University; Associate Dean of Nursing, Texas Tech University and Vice President, Mental Health Programs, Harris Methodist Health System, USA |
| Copyright Year | 2027 |
| Edition Number | 2 |
| Format | Book |
| Trim | 191w x 235h (7.50" x 9.25") |
| Illustrations | Illustrated |
| Imprint | Elsevier |
| Page Count | 256 |
| Publication Date | 25 Sep 2026 |
| Stock Status | Available for Pre-Order |
1. What is Leadership?
2. Leading to Legacies
3. Legacy Leaders-Ship: The Model
4. The Profession and Values
5. Lifelong Learning
6. Purpose
7. Self-Assessing
8. Reflecting
9. Framing
10. Inspiring
11. Advocating
12. Coaching
13. Mentoring
14. Visioning
15. Wisdom
Personal Overview
16. Accountability
17. Agility
18. Attitudes
19. Authenticity
20. Capacity
21. Courage
22. Creativity
23. Integrity
24. Intelligence
25. Presence
26. Risking
27. Spirituality
28. Timing
29. Trust
30. Truthfulness
31. Vulnerability
32. Wellbeing
Environment Overview
33. Alliances
34. Communication
35. Contribution
36. Culture
37. Engagement
38. Governance
39. Innovation
40. Negotiations
41. Politics
42. Processes
43. Relationships
44. Strategy
45. Structure
46. Exiting
2. Leading to Legacies
3. Legacy Leaders-Ship: The Model
4. The Profession and Values
5. Lifelong Learning
6. Purpose
7. Self-Assessing
8. Reflecting
9. Framing
10. Inspiring
11. Advocating
12. Coaching
13. Mentoring
14. Visioning
15. Wisdom
Personal Overview
16. Accountability
17. Agility
18. Attitudes
19. Authenticity
20. Capacity
21. Courage
22. Creativity
23. Integrity
24. Intelligence
25. Presence
26. Risking
27. Spirituality
28. Timing
29. Trust
30. Truthfulness
31. Vulnerability
32. Wellbeing
Environment Overview
33. Alliances
34. Communication
35. Contribution
36. Culture
37. Engagement
38. Governance
39. Innovation
40. Negotiations
41. Politics
42. Processes
43. Relationships
44. Strategy
45. Structure
46. Exiting
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