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Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others

byAdam Galinsky

Leadership scholar Adam Galinsky examines inspiration as a process rather than a rare gift possessed by charismatic people. Drawing on social psychology, organizational research, and examples of leadership under pressure, he identifies how effective leaders establish a compelling vision, model courageous behavior, and enable others to act. The same principles, he argues, apply to leading oneself through uncertainty and change. The book also explores inspiration's dangers, including overconfidence and unquestioning followership, and shows how to pair bold direction with perspective and accountability. Its goal is a practical path toward leadership that enlarges other people's agency.

Publisher

HarperCollins Publishers

Publication date

2025

Format

Print edition

Pages

320

ISBN

9780063294677