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Book cover image of Developing Global Executives: The Lessons of International Experience by Morgan W. McCall

Authors: Morgan W. McCall, George P. Hollenbeck
ISBN-13: 9781578513369, ISBN-10: 1578513367
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Harvard Business School Press
Date Published: January 2002
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Morgan W. McCall

Morgan McCall, a Professor of management and organization at the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California, is the author of High Flyers.

George P. Hollenbeck is an organizational psychologist and Founder of Hollenbeck Associates, based in Livingston, Texas.

Book Synopsis

Based on the real-world experiences of global business leaders, this is an in-depth look at what it takes for organizations to groom, and individuals to become, successful international executives.

Leadership development experts Morgan W. McCall, Jr. and George P. Hollenbeck distill the findings of their wide-ranging study of veteran global executives to reveal who global executives are, what distinguishes them from domestic leaders, and which key experiences were most critical in helping them master their rewarding but extremely demanding careers. Through rich and varied stories, the authors vividly illustrate the issues raised by a global reach-from the delicacy of balancing business learning and cultural sensitivity to the role of cultural and ethnic backgrounds to the importance of continuous learning.

With today's ever-increasing complexity in business, organizations need to capitalize on every developmental opportunity. Developing Global Executives will help you do just that by providing a thorough itinerary and useful guide for executives moving in the new, completely global environment. On your exploratory journey through the book, you will meet many fascinating people, learn from their stories, and come away with real wisdom.

Table of Contents

Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
1Introduction: A World of Possibilities1
2What Is a Global Executive?19
3Global Journeys: The Lives of Global Executives41
4The Lessons of International Experience77
5Experiences That Teach Global Executives107
6Making Sense of Culture129
7When Things Go Wrong153
8Developing Global Executives: The Organization's Role171
9Building a Global Career: The Individual's Part197
10Epilogue213
App. A: Interview Questions219
App. B: Methodology223
App. C: Supplementary Tables227
Notes241
References247
Index251
About the Authors259

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