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This book introduces the reader to the concept of functional
synchronization and how it operates on very different levels in
psychological and social systems - from the emergence of thought to
the formation of social relations and the structure of societies.
For years, psychologists have investigated phenomena such as
self-concept, social judgment, social relations, group dynamics,
and cooperation and conflict, but have discussed these phenomena
seoarately.This book shows how synchronization provides a
foundational approach to these otherwise distinct and diverse
psychological processes.This work shows that there is a basic
tendency with many processes to become coordinated and
progressively integrated into increasingly larger units through
well-defined processes. For these larger units, new and largely
adaptive functions emerge. Although synchronization affords
progressive integration of system elements to enable
correspondingly higher-order functions, the trajectory of
synchronization is often characterized by periods of assembly and
disassembly of system elements. This occurs when a task is
completed and synchronization is no longer essential so that the
elements once again operate in an independent fashion. It is argued
that the disassembly-resynchronization scenario occurs at all
levels of psychological and social reality. The implications of
this approach for important issues in interpersonal relations and
societal processes are discussed.
Empowering Leadership of Tomorrow examines leadership that enables
and empowers others to co-participate, co-create, and experience
the joy of creativity. It proposes a kind of leadership that
fosters bottom-up dynamics, empowering people, groups, teams, and
societies. Praszkier shows how this approach, called Empowering
Leadership (EL), can drive success in business and, in the case of
social entrepreneurship, have an immense social impact.
Furthermore, he shows that EL style is also beneficial in other
fields, such as parenting and counseling. The book presents diverse
case studies from business and social arenas, as well as from
family life. It establishes practical guidelines for leadership
development, including methods to enhance creativity, and also
casts an eye toward the future, demonstrating approaches to
navigating future scenarios in a complex and unpredictable
environment.
This book introduces the reader to the concept of functional
synchronization and how it operates on very different levels in
psychological and social systems - from the emergence of thought to
the formation of social relations and the structure of societies.
For years, psychologists have investigated phenomena such as
self-concept, social judgment, social relations, group dynamics,
and cooperation and conflict, but have discussed these phenomena
seoarately.This book shows how synchronization provides a
foundational approach to these otherwise distinct and diverse
psychological processes.This work shows that there is a basic
tendency with many processes to become coordinated and
progressively integrated into increasingly larger units through
well-defined processes. For these larger units, new and largely
adaptive functions emerge. Although synchronization affords
progressive integration of system elements to enable
correspondingly higher-order functions, the trajectory of
synchronization is often characterized by periods of assembly and
disassembly of system elements. This occurs when a task is
completed and synchronization is no longer essential so that the
elements once again operate in an independent fashion. It is argued
that the disassembly-resynchronization scenario occurs at all
levels of psychological and social reality. The implications of
this approach for important issues in interpersonal relations and
societal processes are discussed.
Social Entrepreneurship: Theory and Practice details how social
entrepreneurship can creatively solve pressing and seemingly
insurmountable social problems. Theories of social change are
presented to help demystify the magic of making an immense, yet
durable and irreversible social impact. In-depth case studies from
multiple disciplines and from around the globe document how social
entrepreneurs foster bottom-up change that empowers people and
societies. The authors review the specific personality traits of
social entrepreneurs and introduce the new leadership model
required for 21st-century development. This book is valuable to
undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students, while
remaining accessible to non-academic readers due to its clear
language, illustrative case studies, and guidelines on how to apply
social entrepreneurship, or become a successful social
entrepreneur.
Empowering Leadership of Tomorrow examines leadership that enables
and empowers others to co-participate, co-create, and experience
the joy of creativity. It proposes a kind of leadership that
fosters bottom-up dynamics, empowering people, groups, teams, and
societies. Praszkier shows how this approach, called Empowering
Leadership (EL), can drive success in business and, in the case of
social entrepreneurship, have an immense social impact.
Furthermore, he shows that EL style is also beneficial in other
fields, such as parenting and counseling. The book presents diverse
case studies from business and social arenas, as well as from
family life. It establishes practical guidelines for leadership
development, including methods to enhance creativity, and also
casts an eye toward the future, demonstrating approaches to
navigating future scenarios in a complex and unpredictable
environment.
Social Entrepreneurship: Theory and Practice details how social
entrepreneurship can creatively solve pressing and seemingly
insurmountable social problems. Theories of social change are
presented to help demystify the magic of making an immense, yet
durable and irreversible social impact. In-depth case studies from
multiple disciplines and from around the globe document how social
entrepreneurs foster bottom-up change that empowers people and
societies. The authors review the specific personality traits of
social entrepreneurs and introduce the new leadership model
required for 21st-century development. This book is valuable to
undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate students, while
remaining accessible to non-academic readers due to its clear
language, illustrative case studies, and guidelines on how to apply
social entrepreneurship, or become a successful social
entrepreneur.
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