Leadership Knowledge Research Articles

Leadership development in health professions

Background and purposeDespite changing clinical care dynamics, health professions education has been slow in addressing gaps in leadership development as teaching and assessment of clinical care-related knowledge, skills, and attitudes remain central across curricula. While accreditation standards across health professions programs acknowledge the importance of leadership development within curricula, it remains an underrepresented aspect of health professions training. Educational activity and settingGiven the varied approach to leadership training, we set out to develop a tailored approach to leadership development that integrated the Center for the Advancement of Pharmacy Education (CAPE) outcomes and was based on self-awareness, skill-building, and application. This pilot included three cohorts of doctor of pharmacy students and measured their knowledge, skills, and self-awareness as they progressed through this year-long program. It also measured leadership competency attainment using a pre- and post-assessment in one cohort. FindingsParticipant satisfaction was assessed using session and program evaluations, while self-perception of growth and leadership competency attainment was assessed using a survey that was administered before and after program participation. Participants found the program to be beneficial in meeting stated objectives and in creating a conducive learning environment. Results of the pre- and post-assessment indicated growth in all dimensions of self-perception of knowledge, skills, and self-awareness, as well as attainment of leadership competency personal leadership commitment and leadership knowledge. SummaryOffering co-curricular leadership development programs based on CAPE outcomes and leadership competencies provided students with the opportunity to develop leadership skills and acquire knowledge needed to be effective healthcare leaders.

A Survey and Research on the Leadership Status and Development Strategies of College Student Cadres in Chinese Vocational Colleges

This study utilizes literature review and questionnaire methods to investigate the leadership knowledge, skills, and attitudes of college student cadres in Chinese vocational colleges. Data analysis is conducted using SPSS 22.0 statistical software. The research reveals that the leadership level of college student cadres in Chinese vocational colleges is generally weak, with significant differences observed in age, registered courses, leadership positions, leadership experience, and training. Based on these findings, strategies for improving both the student cadres and school leadership development are proposed. Suggestions include expanding the sample coverage, conducting in-depth factor analysis, long-term tracking studies, interdisciplinary research, and integrating theory with practice, thereby innovating training methods.

Within digital collaborative teams, how can leaders promote productive knowledge sharing among members with diverse settings?

Although value networks and virtual cross-functional teams, which serve as examples of digital collaborative organizations in the digital economy, have grown in popularity, few studies have looked at knowledge sharing in these teams. Yet lack of knowledge sharing can hurt teamwork and value creation.So, this study integrates transactional theory of stress and coping and self-determination theory into the stimulus-organism-response model to better understand the mechanisms. We conducted an empirical analysis after surveying of 386 participants from 49 digital collaboration teams in 27 service and industrial firms.The results indicate that the basic psychological needs and both coping strategies together mediate the correlation between diversity-oriented leadership and organizational knowledge sharing. Surprisingly, competence and autonomy needs satisfaction are necessary for organizational knowledge sharing, while perceived relatedness needs satisfaction is the icebreaker for organizational knowledge sharing.

The conceptual structure and thematic evolution of the digital leadership knowledge base

The aim of this study is to analyze the Conceptual Structure and Thematic Evolution of the Digital Leadership Knowledge Base. The qualitative method with a literature study approach was employed for this analysis. A positive growth trend towards research on the topic of digital leadership was identified. The topic of digital leadership has been a widely discussed and prominent subject among scientists from 2015 to 2023. The peak occurred in 2022, marking the highest number of published documents on digital leadership. Meanwhile, Germany and Indonesia stand out as the two countries with the highest number of global publications on digital leadership. Despite this, the most influential research on the topic of digital leadership does not originate from these two countries. Marc K. Peter, Corin Kraft, and Johan Lindeque from the United Kingdom emerged as the leading and most influential scientists in the field of digital leadership research. Utilizing this bibliographic methodology is of paramount importance for uncovering research trends related to authors, countries, institutions, and subtopics associated with the primary focus of a study.

BUILDING A CYBER SECURITY CULTURE FOR RESILIENT ORGANIZATIONS AGAINST CYBER ATTACKS

Cybersecurity has emerged as a critical area requiring 24/7 surveillance, in response to the rapidly increasing frequency of cyber threats. Concurrently, there is a notable amplification in both the allocated budget and the academic interest within this domain. In this cyber risk environment, the success of organizations depends on the weakest link, the human factor. Human errors can be reduced by focusing on the beliefs, values and attitudes guiding employee behavior to protect organizations. In this context, the concept of cybersecurity culture emerges as the key to strengthening cyber resilience in organizations. In this study, the findings obtained from the literature review are presented to determine the definition of cybersecurity culture, its importance and the factors considered important for creating and maintaining this culture. In the study, cybersecurity culture is defined as the set of behaviors formed by beliefs, values and attitudes that shape an organization's approach to cybersecurity. Creating a resilient and sustainable cybersecurity culture is possible by focusing on the human aspects of cybersecurity as much as the technical aspects. Leadership knowledge, skills and abilities, developing cybersecurity awareness throughout the organization, effective communication and acceptance of this transformation as a continuous learning experience are listed among the main factors affecting the cybersecurity culture.

Engaging Communities In Renewable Energy Projects For Sustainable Development

The pressing need to battle climate change and make the shift to sustainable energy sources has led to the emergence of renewable energy projects as critical solutions. While reducing the negative environmental effects of conventional fossil fuels, these programs hold up the prospect of clean, plentiful energy. However, the effective adoption of renewable energy into our world's energy system involves more than simply technological improvements; it also calls for the support and active participation of local communities. This study examines the value of community involvement and evaluates measures to strengthen local community to support renewable energy projects. With an emphasis on social acceptance, customized project design, and economic potential, the significance of incorporating local communities in the planning, implementation, and management of renewable energy projects are examined. The examination of capacity-building projects also reveals information about education and training activities, community leadership growth, technological transfer, and knowledge exchange. The advantages of combining resources, encouraging innovation, and promoting supportive policies are highlighted in the collaborative partnerships between governments, NGOs, business organizations, and local communities. Renewable energy projects may genuinely become engines for sustainable development by embracing community involvement and capacity-building, meeting local needs and aspirations while paving the path for a greener and more resilient future

How mentors inspire affective commitment in newcomers: The roles of servant leadership, psychological capital, and feedback-seeking behavior

This study investigated the impacts of the dual roles of servant-leadership and mentoring on hotel new employees' affective commitment. Guided by self-determination theory, an integrated model proposed the associations between servant mentors and employees’ affective commitment mediated via psychological capital. The model also hypothesized the moderating effect of employees' feedback-seeking behavior on the relationship between mentors’ servant leadership and employees’ psychological capital. Three hundred and seventy new employees at thirteen hotels in five regions of China provided responses during a time lag of ten weeks. The data was analyzed by Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and a series of Moderated Hierarchical Regression (MHR). The results indicated that mentors' servant leadership had a direct positive effect on hotel new employees’ psychological capital and affective commitment, and indirectly predicted affective commitment via psychological capital. Moreover, feedback-seeking behavior could enhance the relationship between mentors’ servant leadership and employees’ psychological capital. The findings extend knowledge of understanding mentoring and servant leadership in the hospitality organizations, and imply the effective ways to improve hotel newcomers management.

Identifying Dimensions and Components for the Enhancement of Virtual Educational Leadership in the Islamic Azad University Branches of Tehran Province Using Thematic Analysis

Purpose: The primary objective of this article is to identify the dimensions and components for the enhancement of virtual educational leadership in the Islamic Azad Universities of Tehran province using thematic analysis. Methodology: The research method employed is mixed (qualitative-quantitative). In addition to document analysis, the thematic analysis technique with MAXQDA12 software was used to identify factors and components. The study population included all faculty members with at least an assistant professorship in educational management, higher education management, and educational technology, as well as administrators of Islamic Azad Universities, with theoretical saturation achieved after 15 interviews. Ultimately, base, organizing, and comprehensive themes were extracted, and in the quantitative section, structural equation modeling was used to determine the impact and ranking of the dimensions and components. Findings: Based on semi-structured interviews, four dimensions (knowledge of educational leadership in virtual environments, performance management and coaching in virtual environments, team leadership ability in virtual environments, ethical behaviors in virtual environments) and 24 components (organizing themes) were identified for virtual educational leadership in the Islamic Azad Universities of Tehran province. Subsequently, based on a researcher-made questionnaire, it was determined that the dimension of ethical behaviors in virtual environments with a coefficient of 0.905, team leadership ability in virtual environments with a coefficient of 0.879, performance management and coaching in virtual environments with a coefficient of 0.877, and knowledge of educational leadership in virtual environments with a coefficient of 0.805 are prioritized from first to fourth, respectively. Conclusion: The findings underscore the significance of adaptability, digital proficiency, and effective communication as pivotal traits for successful virtual leaders. Notably, the study also sheds light on the potential for gender to influence leadership effectiveness in virtual environments, with female leaders possibly having an edge in fostering collaboration and inclusivity.

The Effect of Knowledge-Based Leadership on Company Performance According to the Mediating Role of Customer Knowledge Management and Innovation Quality

In this research, the effect of knowledge-based leadership on the company's performance was investigated with regard to the mediating role of customer knowledge management and the quality of innovation. This research is applied in terms of purpose and descriptive survey. The statistical population of this research was made up of all manufacturing and service companies in Tehran, and based on Cochran's formula, 385 people were selected as a sample. A standard questionnaire was used to collect information in this research, and its validity and reliability were confirmed. In this research, partial least squares method and smartPLS software were used for data analysis. The results of this research showed that knowledge leadership has a positive and significant effect on company performance. Also, customer knowledge management and innovation quality mediates this relationship.

Exploring the interplay of entrepreneurial leadership and knowledge sharing strategies in territorial development, national defense, and strengthening resilience

This research aims to investigate the factors that affect the performance of national resilience, which are suspected to be related to the elements of territorial entrepreneurship leadership, knowledge sharing, territorial development, and national defense intentions. The sample consisted of 278 inmates in the context of national resilience. Primary data was obtained through the distribution of questionnaires to the sampled respondents. The data was analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) technique with the help of the Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS) software. The results of the data analysis indicate that the Territorial Entrepreneurial Leadership Strategy implemented thus far does not have a significant impact on the Territorial Development Strategy, State Defense Intentions, and National Resilience Performance. However, on the other hand, the Knowledge Sharing Strategy contributes significantly to enhancing the Territorial Development Strategy and National Resilience Performance. Similarly, it has been observed that the National Defense Intention plays a crucial role in improving National Resilience Performance. It can be concluded that the development of territorial communities needs to consider various strategies and factors, including leadership strategy, knowledge exchange, and national defense awareness, in order to achieve regional development goals and enhance national resilience comprehensively. Collaboration among local leaders, communities, and other stakeholders is key to designing and implementing effective programs in this context.

Unlocking employees’ work performance in Vietnamese small and medium construction firms: Exploring the impact of leadership styles, knowledge sharing and organisational commitment

Unlocking employees’ work performance in Vietnamese small and medium construction firms: Exploring the impact of leadership styles, knowledge sharing and organisational commitment

Unlocking employees' work performance in Vietnamese small and medium construction firms: exploring the impact of leadership styles, knowledge sharing and organisational commitment

Unlocking employees' work performance in Vietnamese small and medium construction firms: exploring the impact of leadership styles, knowledge sharing and organisational commitment

Trainers’ Perceptions on the Development of Leadership Knowledge and Competencies on Official Union of European Football Associations Football Coach Courses

This study aims to investigate the perception of trainers on official football courses regarding the development of leadership knowledge and competencies in coaches’ teaching learning process. Understanding the Union of European Football Association trainers’ perception of the importance and role of leadership knowledge and competencies in football is fundamental in order to raise the quality in preparing future coaches. A qualitative approach was adopted by conducting semi-structured interviews with Union of European Football Association trainers in Portugal. The data were subject to content analysis using NVivo software; the following three dimensions of leadership were observed: knowledge, training, and competencies. The results revealed that trainers recognise the importance of the three dimensions analysed, emphasising the relevance of leadership competencies in improving coaches’ interventions. The trainers also highlighted the need for coaches to develop effective communication skills, the capacity to make decisions under pressure, and interpersonal skills to lead football teams efficiently. In addition, they reinforced the importance of coaches’ continuous training, encouraging them to seek learning opportunities in this field of knowledge. They suggest that coaches must be able to adapt to different contexts and learn from practical experience. These results have practical implications for football coaches’ training and development, namely the need to reflect on current training programmes.

Nurse Practitioner Communities of Practice: An Exploratory Study

Background: The flexibility and value of the Nurse Practitioner (NP) role has been recognized as providing significant benefits for patient groups internationally since the 1960s, and nationally since 2000. At the time of this study, approximately 400 NPs were endorsed to deliver care across diverse clinical and geographic Victorian locations. However, little was known about the supportive requirements to meet their networking and mentoring needs. The aim of this study was to determine the NPs’ degree of membership and engagement and perceived provision of mentorship with NP Communities of Practice (CoP). Methods: An exploratory prospective cross-sectional multi-site study using an online survey was used to collect data. A total of 182 participants responded to the survey. Findings: NPs depend on each other to learn what they need to learn to transition to the NP role in clinical and non-clinical aspects of the role. While the benefits of NP CoP membership proved instrumental in facilitating transformational leadership knowledge, the Victorian NP CoP reinforced that there was room for improvement in the manner in which the groups were not only set up but also how they continued to meet the cohort’s contemporary needs. Most participants reported associated membership benefits such as support, networking, as well as being able to undertake educational opportunities. Further, a small number found NP CoP membership contributed to their sense of belonging, effectively decreasing their sense of professional isolation. To a lesser degree, mentorship and information sharing were reported. Conclusion: Participants identified the NP CoP as collegial, supportive environments which nurtured and facilitated transition to the NP role. By including educational, leadership, networking, and mentoring opportunities, the Victorian NP CoP decreased professional isolation for both neophyte and experienced NPs. However, the NP CoP did not meet all member’s needs.

Organizational commitment to sustainability: considering the role of leadership, green HRM and green knowledge sharing

PurposeThis study aims to investigate the efforts and role of technology leaders in achieving organizational commitment to sustainability through mediating the role of green HRM practices and moderating the role of green knowledge sharing.Design/methodology/approachThis empirical research study is based on two theories: upper echelon theory and social capital theory, in which data were collected from 284 permanent faculty employees belonging to the government, semi-government and private HEIs recognized universities of Pakistan.FindingsThe results confirm that the technology leadership style has a significant impact on organizational commitment to sustainability. Whereas green HRM practices as a mediator and green knowledge-sharing behavior as a moderator have also significant impacts on the organizational commitment to sustainability.Originality/valueThis study integrates the concept of technology leadership as a strategy and green HRM practices as a process that jointly impacts organizational commitment to sustainability.

Transactional leadership: A bibliometric analysis about one of the most effective leadership models in the word

The objective of this study is to examine how the development trends and distribution of research on transactional leadership are conducted by experts worldwide. Transactional leadership stands as one of the most influential and widely-recognized models on a global scale. A considerable volume of research has been conducted by experts in the realm of transactional leadership. The method employed in this study is a qualitative approach utilizing a literature review methodology. The data source utilized for this study is the Scopus database, with the keyword "transactional leadership." The findings of this study reveal a substantial and consistent increase in transactional leadership studies, as evidenced by the publication of 266 documents over the past decade. Furthermore, there was a notable overall uptrend, with 45 documents published in 2020. In terms of publication volume, Dartey-Baah, K emerged as a prolific author in the field of transactional leadership studies, with a significant portion of contributions originating from the United Kingdom, which serves as a key hub for international networks engaged in transactional leadership research. The most extensively explored topics encompass the study of transformational leadership, transformational performance, its effects, roles, and the impact on employees. Future research endeavors focusing on transactional leadership should consider subjects such as the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ), the role of leadership moderators, knowledge sharing, and gender.

School Leadership Development for Sustainability in the Post-Digital Era

The role of school leaders must be balanced in attaining educational sustainability in the changing world. Millions of school students worldwide were affected by the COVID-19 shutdown, which accelerated the need for rapid digitalisation. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are embedded in 21st-century education. The ability to reorient students to the SDGs is key to achieving sustainable education in the post-digital era. This study examines school leadership development in a post-digital era from the sustainability perspective. To ensure sustainable education, school leaders must have relevant skills and competencies to lead schools in the post-digital age. In striving for a sustainable era, a school leader needs skills and knowledge to be an inspiring role model and motivator. School leaders must reorient students, teachers and all relevant stakeholders according to SDG goals to achieve sustainable education. Hence, continuous school leadership development is essential to accelerating digital transformation using factors such as leadership style, strategic planning, and knowledge management.
 
 

Exploring the motivation of surgeons to lead juniors and the impact of their leadership on junior doctors motivation and leadership preference

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to conceptualise a research study to examine leadership as a relational concept between leaders and followers. The context is within surgical practice examining how motivated consultant surgeons are to lead junior doctors and which type of leadership style they use. From a follower perspective, the motivation of junior doctors will be explored, and their leadership preferences will be correlated with those of the actual style of consultant surgeons.Design/methodology/approachIn this paper, the authors provide a detailed description of the methods for an international quantitative research study, exploring sequentially how motivated consultant surgeons are to lead and how leadership styles impact on the motivation of junior doctors. The objectives, method and data collection of this study are explained, and the justification for each method is described.FindingsThe findings for this outline study illustrate how critical it is to redefine leadership as a relational concept of leader and follower to ensure adequate support is provided to the next generation of consultant surgeons. Without consideration of the relational model of leadership, attrition will continue to be a critical issue in the medical workforce.Research limitations/implicationsThe research limitations are that this is a proposed quantitative study due to the need to collect a large sample of data from surgeons across the UK, Egypt and Germany. This research will have immense implications in developing new knowledge of leadership as a relational concept in medicine and healthcare. This study additionally will impact on how leadership is conceptualised in the curriculum for specialist surgical practice.Practical implicationsThe practical implications are that relational leadership is supportive of generating a supportive leadership culture in the workplace and generating more effective teamwork.Originality/valueTo the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study of its kind to look at a relational model of leadership in surgical practice between consultant surgeons and surgical trainees. This study will also identify any specific country differences between the UK, Germany and Egypt.

Spatial restrictions hinder avoidance of choke species in an Indigenous rights‐based fishery

Abstract Nutrient‐rich waters along the Pacific coast of North America support diverse fish communities that have helped sustain coastal peoples for millennia. Five Nuu‐chah‐nulth First Nations on the west coast of what is now known as Vancouver Island, Canada, hold constitutional Indigenous rights to conduct a multispecies community fishery, which includes Pacific Halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis). A 2009 court decision defined the extent of these Indigenous rights to be within 9 nm of the coast, thereby not fully recognizing the knowledge and authority of the traditional leadership and raising concerns about the potential for an increase in rockfish bycatch. Yelloweye Rockfish (Sebastes ruberrimus) are a potential ‘choke’ species for this fishery because the two species occupy similar depth ranges. A choke species is one that is caught incidentally while targeting other species and, if caught in excess of its quota limits, can trigger a halt to fishing on the target species. Guided by the insights of local Indigenous peoples and using both fishery‐independent survey and commercial longline catch data, we investigated the effects of fishing depth and spatial restriction on the relative catch weights of these two species using spatiotemporal models. We find evidence that a confined fishing area can limit opportunities for avoiding choke species. Specifically, fishing at depths deeper than 175 m, which occur outside the court defined area (CDA), would provide more opportunities for catching halibut while avoiding Yelloweye Rockfish than are currently available within the CDA. This Indigenous‐informed, analytical approach to a management problem is just one example of how Western scientists can engage in coproduction of knowledge with Indigenous peoples to transition from the ‘status quo’ towards a practice of ‘Two‐Eyed Seeing’ that more effectively balances Indigenous rights and species conservation. Policy implications: Our study highlights (1) the importance of considering choke species distributions and opportunities for their avoidance when implementing spatial harvest restrictions and (2) how related analytical and management decisions can benefit from being guided by the advice of Indigenous knowledge holders. Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog.

What constitutes key professional knowledge for the cultural leadership of elementary schools? Considering career headteachers’ organizational knowledge

ABSTRACT The value of experienced headteachers’ acquired knowledge has been highlighted by both practitioners and within the academic literature. Very few empirical studies, however, address headteachers’ professional knowledge concerning their schools as organizations. This article engages with this research gap by examining school leaders’ declarative and informal knowledge of primary school organizations, and how these might assist in efforts to improve aspects of professional culture in education. The article draws from a wider mixed methods project, in partnership with a local council and network of schools in England, drawing on qualitative data from interviews with 10 career headteachers selected for their record of school turnaround, mentoring responsibilities with other headteachers, or exemplary record of forming professional cultures. The article analyses how these headteachers articulated their conceptions of the primary school environment and communicated an understanding of their role in forming effective organizations. The article discusses how headteachers’ organizational knowledge might best be considered. It presents a framework of five thematic categories through which to conceptualize this knowledge in terms of orientation toward organizational structures and professional relationships.