Authenticity and effective leadership: Getting the focus right

Abstract

Purpose

Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the article in context.

Findings

Leaders reveal different aspects of their character to effectively become different people on different occasions. The need to gain acceptance within a range of social and organizational contexts means the ability to successfully perform such transformations cannot be underestimated. Without it, leaders would only be able to attract followers from similar backgrounds to themselves.

Practical implications

Provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

Citation

(2006), "Authenticity and effective leadership: Getting the focus right", Strategic Direction, Vol. 22 No. 7, pp. 18-21. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580540610669044