Leadership Meta-Competencies: Discovering Hidden Virtues

The meta-competencies discussed in this refreshing book are timeless virtues of which effective leaders seem to possess:Existential intelligence - the ability to pose questions and reflect on fundamental issues in ways that develop a mature ability to interpret the world and better understand other people;Phronesis - the ability to exercise sound judgement based on skilful application of moral and political rationality;Solitude - a voluntary state achieved when an individual has the ability to momentarily withdraw and be free of external pressures and demands in order to concentrate on desired mental-cognitive activities. Trust building - the ability to be credible, show trust in and respect for other people and inspire trust For anyone wishing to consider hidden or forgotten aspects of leadership competence this book introduces the notion of meta-competences and deals in detail with them.

About the Author

Dimitris Bourantas is a Management and Leadership Professor, Head of the Executive MBA and MSc in Human Resources Management at the Athens University of Economics and Business. He has written seven best-selling books. He has also published articles in internationally acclaimed scientific journals and supervised PhDs that have been awarded European prizes. Bourantas has acquired substantive professional experience, having worked as an executive, consultant and trainer for a large number of Greek and multinational companies. Vasia Agapitou has a psychology degree from Panteion University, Athens and a Masters in work and organizational psychology, from the University of Hull, UK. She is currently a PhD candidate under state scholarship at Athens University of Economics and Business where she researches strategic leadership and existential thinking. At the same time she lectures at the Business College of Athens.