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Journey to the center: core leadership philosophy

Mark H. Jordan (Interim Associate Dean, Mike Cottrell School of Business, North Georgia College and State University, Dahlonega, Georgia, USA)
T.J. Gabriel (Associate Professor of Management, Mike Cottrell School of Business, North Georgia College and State University, Dahlonega, Georgia, USA)

Development and Learning in Organizations

ISSN: 1477-7282

Article publication date: 1 January 2009

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Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper, drawing on the authors' experiences in leadership positions, is to suggest the importance of having a written core leadership philosophy that transmits who you are loudly and clearly and permeates everything you do. It also aims to offer suggestions for consideration for the practitioner.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper summarizes the importance of having a core leadership philosophy, coupled with guidelines on development and refinement.

Findings

The insights provided through this manuscript should encourage individuals, particularly managers, to develop a core leadership philosophy.

Practical implications

Leadership is a quality highly coveted by individuals, groups and organizations. The philosophy that serves as a foundation for the actions of leaders is of paramount importance. This core philosophy, as the foundation, is examined in this article with guidelines provided to help practitioners develop a personal core leadership philosophy.

Originality/value

This article makes a unique contribution to the literature by providing an intentional process for developing a core leadership philosophy.

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Citation

Jordan, M.H. and Gabriel, T.J. (2009), "Journey to the center: core leadership philosophy", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 23 No. 1, pp. 16-18. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280910924072

Publisher

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2009, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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