Studies how an aerosol technology research group constructed a research agenda for itself and how its activity was changed in the process. Analyzes the development of the production of ultrafine particles and employs the concept of mediated activity. (Contains 29 references.) (DDR)

Reports on two contributions to the study and understanding of management learning processes. Offers the concept of 'emergent manager' and applies a particular style of analysis to the study of manager selection. Comments on ways in which the roots of management learning can be found. (Contains 39 references.) (DDR)

Describes the Teaching Assistant Principal program, developed by the Capistrano (California) Unified School District to identify, attract, and develop candidates for assistant-principal positions. Also describes the components of district principal-retention and development programs. (PKP)

With retirements looming in the ranks of senior leadership, the need for short-term, intensive, focused leadership development targeting midlevel administrators has become acute. Through survey responses and in-depth interviews, this study examines leadership development needs of midlevel community college administrators who aspire to higher…

This article profiles Mary Parker Follet, a management and leadership voice in the 1920s and 30s who was far ahead of her time. Throughout her lifetime, Follet refused to accept the dualities and dichotomies that threatened to divide individuals and organizations. In her book, "The New State," Follet argued that group organization and…

As information technology (IT) becomes increasingly central to the teaching, learning, and research missions of colleges and universities, the expectations of the IT department's customers continue to grow at a rate that far outstrips the growth in resources to meet that demand. As a result, managers in the IT organization--from the executives to…

Scandals throughout corporate America have encouraged companies to seek leaders who can sustain profitability and embody positive values within the organization. This group exercise highlights some of the key challenges involved in choosing a values-based leader. Participants assess three hypothetical companies' values during a period of change…

Networking is important, and it is a skill. The authors have developed an exercise that provides students with a realistic networking experience within the safe environment of the classroom. The exercise provides a lead-in to the discussion of networking techniques, active listening, the cultivation of secondary networks, appropriate ways to…

The Edward Jones Company recently initiated financial sponsorship of team-based competitions in six undergraduate business core classes at Baylor University. The challenges were chosen to take place in an introductory freshman business class, Managerial Accounting, Principles of Marketing, Corporate Finance, Operations Management, and Strategic…

Effective leadership development usually requires a range of ongoing and integrated activities. This report presents a six-step model created by the Center for Creative Leadership's (CCCL) "Tools for Developing Successful Executives" program. The steps include: (1) find and use organizational support for creating a process, not an event; (2)…

This publication looks at the ways in which one who is part of a team can help improve the team's performance. The successes and failures of a fictional team are used to illustrate real-life team skills. Examples are drawn from a number of imaginary scenarios--for example, looking for a cache of diamonds in the Brazilian jungle, straightening ties…

Current research and practice suggest that those who commit to pursuing goals immediately following a feedback experience are more likely to capitalize on their strengths and set a productive path for growth. Any intentional effort to learn, grow, and change involves seeking challenging assignments, training for targeted skills, and developmental…

The article attempts to identify the need for personal skills, interpersonal skills, task skills, and organization skills in the development of the sales manager. (Author)

ROLE TRANSITIONS IN ADULT CAREER DEVELOPMENT IS PRESENTED IN TERMS OF THE TECHNICAL, SOCIAL, AND DIRECTIVE ROLE ELEMENTS FOUND IN TWO STUDIES OF MANAGERIAL BEHAVIOR AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. THE INDIVIDUAL'S LIFE SPACE IS THE BASIC FORMULATION OF THIS IDEA. THAT IS, MAJOR CHANGES IN THE CONFIGURATION OF THE INDIVIDUAL'S INTERPERSONAL NETWORK…