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The Nature of Leadership: Distinguishing Leadership from Management

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The New World and New Leadership: Changing Our Thinking About Leadership

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Follower ship and Empowerment

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Leadership as an Integral Component of a Professional

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Vision and Creativity

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Gender Perspectives in Leadership

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Chaos and Disequilibrium: Invigorating, Challenging, and Growth Producing

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Shaping a Preferred Future for Nursing

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Developing as a Leader throughout One’s Career

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Conclusions: The New Leadership Challenge, Excellence, and Professional Involvement