Mary Uhl-Bien

Mary Uhl-Bien

8 books

About the Author

Mary Uhl-Bien is a distinguished scholar and influential figure in the fields of leadership and organizational studies, renowned for her pioneering research on relational leadership and complexity theory in organizations. With a PhD in Leadership Studies, she has held prominent academic positions, including as a professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she directs the Leadership Education and Development Center. Her work emphasizes the dynamic interplay between leaders, followers, and contexts, challenging traditional hierarchical models and advocating for more collaborative and adaptive approaches. Uhl-Bien's contributions extend through her authorship of seminal texts, including Organizational Behavior, 3rd Edition, and co-editing The SAGE Handbook of Leadership (Sage Handbooks), which have become essential resources for scholars, educators, and practitioners worldwide. Her insights continue to shape contemporary understandings of effective leadership in complex environments.

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Books by Mary Uhl-Bien