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Kovoor-Misra, S. (2020). Crisis management: Resilience and change. SAGE Publications, Inc. https://go.openathens.net/redirector/nu.edu?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsk.sagepub.com%2Fbooks%2Fembed%2Fcrisis-management-resilience-and-change

Read chapters 8, 9, and 10.
This resource examines how leaders can effectively manage crises while fostering resilience and adaptability. This resource provides practical frameworks for navigating complex challenges and highlights the role of leadership in supporting individuals and organizations through change. Social work students will benefit from understanding these crisis management strategies, as they are essential for leading teams, supporting clients, and ensuring continuity of services in high-stress, unpredictable situations.

Braicu, C., & Rogozeanu, C. L. (2024). Effective communication in social work teams: A key to managerial success. Hyperion Economic Journal, (1). https://hej.hyperion.ro/articles/1(11)_2024/HEJ%20nr1(11)_2024_A4Braicu.pdf

This article focuses on communication within social work teams, highlighting how effective communication is crucial for managerial success. It is a useful resource for students who are preparing for leadership roles, offering practical insights into fostering teamwork, collaboration, and clear communication within diverse social work environments.

Gallo, C. (2022). How great leaders communicate. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/2022/11/how-great-leaders-communicate

Gallo’s article provides practical insights into how leaders can communicate more effectively by fostering clarity, authenticity, and emotional connection. Social work students will benefit from learning how these communication techniques can enhance their leadership roles and improve their interactions with clients and colleagues.

Ruben, B. D., & Gigliotti, R. A. (2016). Leadership as social influence: An expanded view of leadership communication theory and practice. Journal of Leadership & Organizational Studies, 23(4), 467-479. https://go.openathens.net/redirector/nu.edu?url=https%3A%2F%2Fjournals.sagepub.com%2Fdoi%2Ffull%2F10.1177%2F1548051816641876

This article is valuable for students because it broadens the understanding of leadership as a process of social influence, emphasizing how communication shapes leadership effectiveness. It’s essential for future social work leaders who need to master communication skills to influence and mobilize diverse teams and communities.