What makes leaders more effective? It’s all down to strategy

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint 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 articles in context.

Findings

Succeeding in business is not that difficult really. It’s simply a case of appointing the right leader who is able to motivate and inspire others in the organization. The firm concerned can then live happily ever after. Or something to that effect. Well, that’s the conventional view of things anyway. Inspirational leadership is invariably cited as the primary factor when scholars seek to ascertain reasons for sustained success. In truth, it’s often the only one. The business annals are awash with articles extolling the virtues of eminent CEOs assumed to be singlehandedly responsible for drastically transforming their company from also-ran to industry leader.

Practical implications

The paper 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

(2015), "What makes leaders more effective? It’s all down to strategy", Strategic Direction, Vol. 32 No. 1, pp. 32-34. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-10-2015-0156