Based on the unique psychology of encouragement which focuses on the individual's resources and potential in contrast to deficits and limitations, this book is designed to challenge the discouragement that exists in the work place and stress the positive. Leadership by encouragement is a way to produce motivated, energized and involved employees and leaders at every level of encouragement.

Foreword, Authors, Introduction, 1. The Psychology of Encouragement, 2. A Philosophy of Leadership, 3. The Psychology of People at Work, 4. Improving Leadership and Managerial Performance, 5. Leaders as Encouragers and Motivators, 6. Encouragement Training, 7. Participative Management as Encouragement, 8. Building Encouraging Organizations, Afterword, Appendix