For anyone interested in developing leadership potential and managerial effectiveness, this book offers a concrete tool for finding the specific leadership roles that appeal to you and that are most critical to organizational success. Learn to develop your skills in these areas, and discover how to exercise effective leadership in the work you are doing right now.

From sage to Artisan describes nine leadership roles - Sage, Visionary, Magician, Globalist, Mentor, Ally, Sovereign, Guide, and Artisan - that play a vital part in every organization. Exercises, tools, checklists, action plans, and self-assessment make this book a hands-on companion with far-reaching implications for organizational effectiveness.