The Art of Leadership

The Art of Leadership, 2025 Release, by George Manning and Kent Curtis, is a management textbook published by McGraw-Hill Higher Education for instructors and active leaders. The text operates on the foundational premise that achieving effective leadership requires caring about both the work to be accomplished and the people responsible for performing it.

The authors structure the material around nine key areas of success designed to guide the growth of leadership art and skills. Core subjects highlighted within this thematic framework include understanding fundamental leadership variables, establishing the power of vision, prioritizing workplace ethics, and facilitating the direct empowerment of people.

By incorporating an interactive seminar approach, the textbook aims to build leadership skills and positive professional attitudes. This 608-page print and digital resource provides structured material suitable for university courses, management seminars, and leadership development programs aimed at improving team performance across organizations.