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-‹Whilst finding consensus on what, exactly, it is that makes one school -˜better' than another is next to impossible, one thing upon which almost everyone agrees is that truly great schools must have excellent leaders. What, then, are the qualities of effective leadership to which all those in a position of responsibility should be aspiring? Are they innate, or can they perhaps be learnt and nurtured? In this rich and readable resource, the authors examine what -˜leadership' really is, tackling some of the myths that have grown around it over time, and contextualising it within the current educational and wider social landscape. Throughout, they encourage leaders at all levels to challenge assumptions, to question, analyse and reflect on their own practice and what they observe around them - and to take charge of their professional and personal development for the benefit of themselves and the establishments are charged with steering through uncertain and unstable times. It's inspiring, empowering stuff.