Leadership in Star Trek

Jason A. Kaufman is a professor of educational leadership and director of the institutional review board at Minnesota State University, Mankato, and a licensed psychologist. His research explores how nature-based and mind-body interventions can promote human functioning and academic success. Aaron M. Peterson is an active researcher and former assistant professor of educational leadership at Minnesota State University-Moorhead. His research explores conflict engagement best practices for higher educational leaders, students, and also the private sector.

“This book treats the legendary Captains of Star Trek, who are clearly exemplars of leadership in different styles and in varying contexts, as examples that students of leadership should heed—and what powerful lessons there are to learn. The selection of moments and the episodes or films in which they can be found is incredible—a true testament to how detailed the book is. There is some essential Star Trek viewing in the selections, and some lesser known moments brought to life in a new research context.”—Chris Nunn, assistant professor of film, University of Birmingham

• Table of ContentsAcknowledgments deleteixForeword by Aaron J. WaltkePrologueChapterBasic Leadership SkillsChapterArcher: Adolescent ExplorerChapterBurnham: Rapid AdapterChapterPike: Reluctant WarriorChapterKirk: Charismatic CowboyChapterPicard: Diplomatic ScholarChapterSisko: Ethical RealistChapterJaneway: Tireless ThinkerEpilogueReferencesIndex