Leaders: The Strategies for Taking Charge 

Bennis, Warren G.; Nanus, Burt

Leaders implement and create the atmosphere for the vision to thrive. In order to do this a leader must be crystal clear with clarity and also bring consistency and reliability. This will establish trust which is the glue that holds everything together. Leaders wear their visions like clothes and are able to enroll others in the belief that the vision is attainable and all the behaviors exemplify these ideals in action. Leaders live it every second. 
Effective leadership takes risks—it innovates, challenges, and changes the basic metabolism of the organizational culture.
Leaders emphasize their ...