Leadership Values Research Articles

Signaling trust during disruptions: perceived gender differences in trustworthy leadership traits

Purpose This study aims to examine differences in the self-perception and value of four traits associated with trustworthiness: transparency, credibility, accountability and honesty to find out whether these traits are more likely to be adopted by female leaders during episodes of disruption. Design/methodology/approach Regression estimation of perceived trustworthy leadership values using a survey of full-time employed men and women in management working for various organizations. Findings Honesty emerged as the highest rated trait overall, both in the respondents’ self-measure and in their reflected level of desirability. However, women described their honesty as higher than how men relayed their honesty score. Both genders rated their own transparency as their lowest scoring trait and treated it as the least important of the desired traits. Relative to men, not only do women espouse to greater levels of honesty and value it more but they also appear to embrace honesty in their desired behaviors more highly. Research limitations/implications A natural extension of this study is to design a longitudinal study to show causality or whether socialized gender differences, in fact, play a role in measuring the value of trustworthy leadership during disruptions. Practical implications Understanding self-perceptions of leaders’ efficacy and desired expectations helps prepare both current and future leaders to regain followers’ trust, especially during disruptions. Lessons learned to date require investments in building awareness of leaders’ perceptions of trustworthiness and developing relevant skills for dealing with disruptions. Originality/value This research adds further insight to leadership studies by establishing a linkage between characteristics of trustworthy leadership and the ability to lead in challenging times. Cultivating traits of transparency, accountability, credibility and honesty enables leaders to develop the skills needed to be viewed as trustworthy and be prepared for the unexpected.

Cooperative Learning Through Boundary Spanning: How a Corporate Learning Department Ensures That Trainers and Content Stay Current

Continuous learning is central to ensuring organizations remain innovative and high-performing. Corporate trainers play a critical role in educating and training employees. However, in an era of digital transformation and, more recently, artificial intelligence, trainers need new skills and methods to stay current and facilitate the transformation of the workforce. The skills gap is best filled through cooperative learning with other trainers. However, cooperative learning is hindered by different spatial, organizational, and cultural boundaries that are difficult to overcome. This paper attempts to understand how cooperative learning of trainers can be enhanced through boundary spanning. It examines the case of the corporate learning department of a German high-tech multinational through ethnographic action research by the department manager, including 21 semi-directive interviews and direct observation. Using a grounded theory approach, we explore how the concept, causes, context, contingencies, and conditions of boundary spanning enhance cooperative learning among corporate trainers. The findings show that boundary spanning leads to cooperative learning through pedagogical scaffolding, communities of practice, and a new learning culture. Spontaneous boundary spanning occurs in parallel to guided boundary spanning. Both are made possible by appropriate leadership values and attitudes, trust, flexibility, and dedicated time and capacity. Our paper provides recommendations on the key issues managers face in facilitating boundary spanning and cooperative learning among their employees. We also show how key barriers and risks can be mitigated to enable employees to learn cooperatively with colleagues from different and distant organizational units.

Influence of Islamic leadership on Employee Psychological Well-Being with the Mediation of Organizational Justice

This study explores the relationship between Islamic leadership, organizational justice, and employee psychological well-being in the workplace. Islamic leadership, rooted in the teachings of Islam, is examined for its influence on employee well-being. The concept of psychological well-being, encompassing self-acceptance, positive relationships, autonomy, environmental mastery, purpose in life, and personal growth, is the primary focus of this research. A quantitative research method with a positivist approach and survey methodology was employed. The results reveal a significant relationship between Islamic leadership, organizational justice, and employee well-being. Organizational justice is also found to mediate the relationship between Islamic leadership and psychological well-being. These findings hold significant implications for organizational management, emphasizing the importance of religious values in leadership and justice in creating a fair work environment. Islamic leadership can serve as a source of motivation for employees, while organizational justice can enhance employee well-being. The study's findings can be utilized as a foundation for developing more effective management strategies to improve employee psychological well-being in the workplace. This research contributes significantly to understanding the relationship between Islamic leadership, organizational justice, and employee well-being

The Periodicals that Puzzled Dickens: The Weekly Balance Sheets of the Preston Lock-Out, 1853–1854

Charles Dickens was puzzled and intrigued by a type of print publication which was central to the Preston strike and lock-out of 1853–1854 and hundreds of other industrial disputes in the nineteenth century, the strike balance sheet. This first academic study of the periodical genre summarises its structure and contents (a stirring opening address, long lists of donations sent in support of the locked-out workers featuring meaningful and allusive nicknames, snatches of verse, and threats against those who refused to contribute) and examines how it was produced, received and interpreted. Strike balance sheets demonstrated the collective and financial power of the unions, while their creation of an independent, worker-controlled public sphere of print reduced the imbalance of cultural power between workers and masters. They are also significant for what they tell us about the size, spread and consistency of the financial and moral support for the Preston workers, and as snapshots of broader trade union activity across the nation. They reveal intraclass debates and conflicts, and the rhetoric and values of the union leadership and lower-tier district delegates. Most intriguing of all, they make up a large body of print material in which nineteenth-century working-class voices are heard. This article was published open access under a CC BY-NC-ND licence: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/

Viðhorf íslenskra og danskra stjórnenda til starfsumhverfis í ljósi norrænna gilda

Norræn forysta byggir á gildum sem notið hafa aukinnar athygli og vinsælda. Viðfangsefni greinarinnar er að fjalla um opinbera stjórnun á Íslandi og skoða hvort og þá með hvaða hætti íslenskir stjórnendur falla að gildum norrænnar forystu. Gerð var rannsókn að danskri fyrirmynd sem nefnist Opinberir stjórnendur – verkefni og viðhorf. Spurningalisti í formi vefkönnunar var lagður fyrir 1.685 opinbera stjórnendur, 524 svör bárust eða 31%. Megintilgangur rannsóknarinnar var að draga fram áherslur íslenskra stjórnenda í daglegum störfum, viðhorfum til starfsumhverfis og þess ramma sem unnið er í. Skoðað var starfsumhverfi íslenskra og danskra stjórnenda í samhengi við norræn gildi. Helstu niðurstöður benda til þess að opinber stjórnun á Íslandi einkennist af trausti, skýrum verkferlum, stuttum boðleiðum og litlu skrifræði. Helstu hindranir voru lítil áhrif á löggjöf og pólitískt bakland, tækifæri felast hins vegar í að hafa meiri áhrif og auka árangur í starfseminni. Samstarf og tengslanet var gott á vinnustaðnum og sanngjarnar kröfur voru gerðar til stjórnenda. Sérstaða hvors hóps fólst í því að danskir stjórnendur töldu skrifræði vera of mikið og að einfalda mætti verkferla í því sambandi. Íslenskir stjórnendur virtust hins vegar almennt hafa minni áhrif á starfsumhverfið en danskir starfsfélagar. Verkefni og viðhorf íslenskra opinberra stjórnenda ríma við norræn gildi þar sem opin samskipti, gagnrýni í hugsun og umhyggja eru helstu einkennin.

Exploring the Practiced Values of Asta Brata Leadership Style: A Phenomenological Study

In the ever-evolving landscape of today's world, the realm of leadership finds itself confronted with a tapestry of intricate challenges, each thread contributing to the fabric of modern leadership style dilemmas. In this study, we aimed to explore the integrated values of Asta Brata’s leadership style within the leadership practices of school principals in Bali Provinces, Indonesia. We employed a phenomenological research design and interviewed a cohort of 50 principals from various elementary schools. We subjected the obtained data to thematic analysis and determined four themes: harmony, transformative inclusivity, professional integrity, and moral responsibility. The findings of this study not only deepen our understanding of leadership values and practices but also offer actionable insights that can benefit both theoretical discourse and practical leadership applications. It underscores the importance of aligning leadership styles with cultural contexts and highlights the potential for enriching leadership development programs through the integration of culturally relevant values.

Two identical twin pairs discordant for longstanding anorexia nervosa and OSFED: lived experience accounts of eating disorder and recovery processes

Research into the risk of anorexia nervosa (AN) has examined twin pairs to further the understanding of the contributions of genetics, trait inheritance, and environmental factors to eating disorder (ED) development. Investigations of twin experiences of EDs have been biologically-based and have not considered the qualitative, phenomenological aspects of twin experiences. A gap in the literature exists regarding understanding of discordant twins with EDs. This research was developed in response, with the aim to deepen understanding of AN in discordant twins and to create novel ideas for further research and testing. The case studies presented in this article provide lived experience insights of two identical discordant twin pairs: one twin pair discordant for longstanding AN and one twin pair discordant for ‘atypical’ AN (the twin with AN has recovered). The perspectives and experiences of each co-twin (one with AN and one without) explore a number of factors that may have contributed to twin discordance in these cases, and how each twin has responded to the impact of AN in their lives. Through use of first-person accounts in case study presentation, this article centres social justice values of lived experience leadership and involvement in research. This article aims to extend current knowledge and understanding of EDs in discordant twins, particularly regarding risk for ED development, ED duration, diagnosis and treatment, and recovery processes.

Building Science Teacher Leaders for Indigenous Schools: Lessons from a Science Professional Development Workshop in Nepal

This is a case study of a science professional development workshop in Nepal with 17 teacher participants from four public schools. These schools mainly served Indigenous students in elementary, middle, and high school (Grades 9 and 10). The workshop focused on educating and building science teacher leaders for culturally relevant teaching and antiracist pedagogy by valuing and integrating Indigenous leadership practices and local knowledge. The teachers participated in a 2-day workshop co-organized by the local district education office and the local high school and led by the high school principal and a U.S.-based university faculty. Data were collected during and after the workshop through field notes, audio/video recordings of some sections of the workshop, and focus group interviews with a select group of participating teachers. The analysis of the data showed (a) struggles and opportunities to prioritize Indigenous science knowledge and Tharu sociocultural connections, (b) teachers seeking affirmation from principals to be science teacher leaders modeled on Indigenous leadership values, and (c) greater willingness for culturally relevant pedagogy among female and Indigenous teachers. The hope is that this paper will contribute to the value of a science teacher leadership professional development program (PD) in building awareness among science teachers about the value of culturally appropriate antiracist pedagogy in science teacher leaders. In addition, the PD also shows that science teacher leaders in Indigenous schools would benefit from the Indigenous relational model of leadership in leading their peers and students in antiracist and culturally relevant science teaching and learning. Finally, the study seems to indicate that a successful science teacher leader always incorporates local Indigenous community values, knowledge, and practices.

Evaluasi Kelayakan Bahan Ajar Teks Cerita Inspiratif Bermuatan Nilai-nilai Kepemimpinan Berbantuan Media Digital Interaktif di SMP

This study evaluates the feasibility of using interactive digital media to teach inspirational story texts that promote leadership values in middle school. The researcher has played a direct role in the planning process, data collection, data analysis, data interpretation, and data conclusion. The participants included Postgraduate lecturers from Medan State University, Bahasa Indonesia teachers, and a total of 43 middle school students. The data collection technique used in this study was a researcher's instrument, specifically a questionnaire to assess the developed product. The results showed that the teaching materials, which combined inspirational story texts and interactive digital media, scored an average of 82.35% in terms of content eligibility, indicating an “excellent” rating. Language proficiency received an average score of 81.73% with an “excellent” rating, while presentability scored an average of 86.45% with an "excellent" rating. Graphics feasibility received an average score of 90% with an “excellent” rating. Teacher assessments averaged a score of 95, also indicating an "excellent" rating. The small group test scores received an average of 84.12 with an “excellent” rating, and the large group trial scores averaged 91.03 with an “excellent” rating. Overall, the findings suggest that the use of interactive digital media to teach inspirational story texts that promote leadership values in middle school is highly recommended, as it received an overall rating of “excellent”.

Personal reflections on basics of research workshop conducted by Journal of Pakistan Medical Association (JPMA).

Recognizing the importance of research in a medicalstudent's life, we were thrilled to volunteer as organizersfor JPMA's research workshop for undergraduate medicalstudents. This five-week long program, held on consecutiveSaturdays, commencing from 18th May 2024, aimed toequip participants with the fundamentals of research. Tomaintain the quality of the workshop, the participant poolwas kept limited to fourteen only. The workshop was heldat the premises of PMA. Every session consisted of twoclasses, each an hour long with a brief lunch break inbetween. Besides broadening our understanding onresearch basics, we hoped to gain valuable leadership andcommunication skills through this organizing experience. Continued...

Leadership Styles and Their Influence on Project Team Performance

Leadership styles play a pivotal role in shaping the dynamics and performance of project teams, directly influencing the success of projects across various industries. This study explores the impact of different leadership styles—transformational, transactional, laissez-faire, servant, situational, and distributed—on project team performance. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, including quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, the research provides a comprehensive analysis of how these leadership styles affect team outcomes. The findings reveal that transformational leadership significantly enhances team motivation, cohesion, and performance, particularly in environments requiring innovation and adaptability. Transactional leadership, while effective in structured settings, may limit creativity and flexibility. The study also highlights the challenges of laissez-faire leadership and underscores the value of servant and situational leadership in fostering team collaboration and addressing diverse needs. The implications for project managers and organizations include the importance of selecting and cultivating the appropriate leadership style to align with the specific demands of the project and team. Future research directions include examining the integration of multiple leadership styles and their long-term effects on team performance.

School Principal Leadership in Strengthening Organizational Climate Based on Maja Labo Dahu Local Wisdom in High-Performing High Schools

This study aims to describe the values of local wisdom, Maja Labo Dahu, that color the school principal's leadership in strengthening the organizational climate based on Maja Labo Dahu local wisdom, the school principal's leadership strategies in strengthening the organizational climate based on Maja Labo Dahu local wisdom, and the impact of leadership on school performance. This research uses a qualitative design by data collection techniques include participant observation, interviews, and document studies. The results show that the values of local wisdom, Maja Labo Dahu, that appear in the principal's leadership are the cultural values of Renta Ba Lera Kaboda Ba Ade, Mufaka Ra Dampa, Suu Sawau Sia Sawale, and Tahopara Nahu Sura Ba Dou Labo Dana. There are four leadership strategies: implementing Maja Labo Dahu local wisdom values in school leadership, strengthening the organizational climate, adopting a family-based leadership approach, and involving school members in decision-making.

Characterizing Excellence: Lessons From Awarded Military-Technological Leaders

As technological superiority becomes increasingly vital for military effectiveness, a distinct category of technological leaders has emerged within militaries. This qualitative study explores excellence in this domain by interviewing 11 recipients of the prestigious Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Technological Award. In-depth interviews grounded in the critical incident technique revealed four integral facets of military tech leadership excellence: Technical mastery built through expertise and continuous learning, mission dedication demonstrated through overcoming obstacles, interpersonal skills in understanding needs and translating across domains, and adaptability in integrating innovation. Notable findings show that technologists adhere to canonical military leadership values such as mission dedication, although they apply them distinctly for technological purposes. Compared with traditional military leadership, tech leaders have specialized skills in bridging operational necessities and technological solutions. This study proposes a framework that encapsulates the attributes, motivations, and behaviors that underpin excellence in military technological leadership. These findings have implications for selection, training, and development of future leaders in military technology.

Study of Entrepreneurial Values in Social Entrepreneur: A Case Study on Social Enterprise Misteripang

The purpose of the study to explain study of entrepreneurial values in social enterprise Misteripang. This research is a descriptive study with a qualitative approach that aims to examine the entrepreneurial values that exist in the Social Entrepreneur Misteripang. The variables in this study are entrepreneurial values in the Social Entrepreneur Misteripang which consist of being independent, creative, risk-taking, action-oriented, leadership and hard work. The participant or subject of this research is the owner of the Misteripang. Methods of data collection using in-depth interviews, documentation and literature study. The results of this study explain that: 1) There are six main entrepreneurial values in Owner Misteripang, namely independent, creative, risk-taking, action-oriented, leadership, and hard work. 2) Finding new entrepreneurial values from Misteripang entrepreneur, namely cooperation and communicativeness. 3) Entrepreneurial values that need to be improved are action-oriented.

Implementation of Pancasila Values in Regional Head Leadership (Case Study: Hand of Love Assistance Program in the Leadership of Paulus Waterpauw 2020-2022 in West Papua Province)

The "Hand of Love (Bantuan Tangan Kasih) Assistance Program" under the leadership of Paulus Waterpauw from 2020-2022 in West Papua Province is investigated in this study. The data used here were firsthand information directly related to the implementation of the program and its implementation, along with documents, reports, and literature related to Pancasila values, regional leadership, and specific programs. The results of the research are discussed based on the policy implementation of Van Meter and Van Horn (1975), which emphasizes six dimensions, namely policy goals and objectives, policy resources, characteristics of implementing agents, implementing attitudes, communication between implementing organizations, and socio-economic and political environment. The findings show that the success of the implementation process of the Hand of Love Assistance Program is greatly influenced by the characteristics of the implementers. The hedonistic lifestyle after the enactment of the Special Autonomy has eroded the morality of almost some state administrators. The "hand of love" program is a program that has been implemented by a transmigration and labor office, Bank Penyalur, as the implementer.

Inclusive Leadership in the South African Police Service (SAPS)

The purpose of this article paper is to shed light on the value and possibilities of inclusive leadership in the South African Police Service (SAPS). Background: Gives historical background, emphasizing apartheid's legacy and how it affected the SAPS's connection with the community. Problem Synopsis: identifies the main obstacles to developing inclusive leadership, including prejudice that isn't conscious, a lack of education, and mistrust from the past. Key Takeaways/Results: Makes the case that inclusive leadership builds community trust and is necessary for efficient law enforcement. It will showcase research results that bolster this claim, like higher officer morale and better problem-solving through a variety of viewpoints. Methodology/approach: Although not a research study, the article will cite reliable sources to bolster its claims, including reports, studies, and expert comments. Importance/Repercussions: examines the benefits of having an inclusive SAPS, such as increased community ties, less crime, and an equitable judicial system. The intended audience for this post is anyone who is interested in enhancing police in South Africa. This includes members of the community, police leadership, policymakers in the Department of Safety, and anybody else who is committed to creating a society that is safer and more equitable. This essay seeks to encourage positive change within the SAPS and to start a national dialogue on the value of having a more inclusive and representative police force by highlighting the opportunities and challenges of inclusive leadership.

Assessing the communicative experience of student orientation leaders: peer and professional

ABSTRACT The value of student peer leadership is consistent with trends in higher education. While extensive research reveals how student peer leaders benefit the overall student experience and contribute to institutional recruitment and retention, little research has considered the communicative experiences of student orientation leaders. This study focuses on the unique communicative experiences and challenges student orientation leaders encounter in their role as students and university ambassadors. Student orientation leaders function as both student leaders and university professionals; they serve as liaisons among incoming university students, parents and families, and the academic institution. This multifaceted role management creates a unique experience for student orientation leaders distinct from other paraprofessionals. Our study focuses on the perceptions of communicative experiences and the uncertainties experienced by student orientation leaders from a midsize southern university. Guided by the uncertainty management theory, the study findings reveal that student peer leaders primarily focused their communicative efforts on developing and managing relationships with fellow students; peer leaders experienced uncertainties when communicating with different groups (e.g., first-year students, transfer students, and family members) who have unique uncertainties and informational needs; finally, peer leaders developed confidence and leadership skills from the communicative interactions they experienced from serving as peer leaders on campus.

Hubungan Kepemimpinan Pembelajaran Kepala Sekolah Lingkungan Kerja dan Iklim Sekolah Dengan Sikap Profesional Guru di SMP Negeri Kecamatan Pelaihari Kabupaten Tanah Laut

This research analyzes the direct and indirect relationship between Principal Learning Leadership, Work Environment, School Climate, and Professional Attitudes of Public Middle School Teachers in Pelaihari District, Tanah Laut Regency. This type of research is quantitative with an explanatory method using a path analysis model to analyze relationship patterns between variables. The research population was 140 teachers from 8 State Middle Schools in Pelaihari District, Tanah Laut Regency, and 104 respondents were taken as research samples using the Probability Simple Random Sampling technique. Data collection uses questionnaire instruments, and data analysis uses descriptive analysis, classical assumption testing, hypothesis testing, and path analysis. The results of the study of the regression coefficient values ​​for the Principal Learning Leadership and Teacher Professional Attitude variables were 0.423, the Work Environment and Teacher Professional Attitude variables were 0.279, the School Climate and Teacher Professional Attitude variables were 0.232, the Principal Leadership and School Climate variables were 0.430, the Work Environment variable and School Climate of 0.515, the Principal Learning Leadership variable through School Climate with Teachers' Professional Attitudes of 0.778 and the Work Environment variable through School Climate with Teachers' Professional Attitudes of 0.805. In conclusion, a partial direct relationship exists between Principal Learning Leadership, Work Environment, and Teacher Professional Attitudes in Public Middle Schools in Pelaihari District, Tanah Laut Regency. There is an indirect relationship between the Principal's Learning Leadership through School Climate and Teachers' Professional Attitudes and the Work Environment through School Climate and Teachers' Professional Attitudes in Public Middle Schools in Pelaihari District, Tanah Laut Regency. Keywords: Principal Learning Leadership, Work Environment, School Climate, Teacher Professional Attitude

Leadership Failure as a Drawback to Africa’s Socio-Economic Development: Analysis of the Challenges and the way forward

Leadership crises in Africa has precipitated series of military coups, insecurity and other myriad of challenges various states in the continent have been plagued with since their independence from colonial subjugation. And these, as many scholars contended, account for the unenviable position of the continent in developmental indexes—like the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Human Development index (HDI) which ranked world countries based on key developmental dimensions and indicators. With focus on leadership landscape, this paper examined the continent’s developmental challenges, the efforts made to curb them at national and continental levels, and the way forward. Secondary data sourced from journal articles and published reports formed the bedrock of the analysis which, first, traced the root of the challenges to the balkanisation of the African continent during colonial rule, and second, showed the failure of the persistent experimentation of unrefined western models of democracy in post-independence Africa. The paper therefore posited that without derogating from 21st century universal leadership values, home-grown democracy that will inculcate African values and ensure inclusion of all ethnoreligious groups holds the key to ending the continent’s leadership crises, which would in turn set it on track for sustainable development.

Pesantren Culture in Building Generations and Nations

Pesantren culture is formed as a result of the dialectic between the faith that is believed and the cultural reality that develops in the Pesantren community. This is because the Pesantren community believes that the culture contains high moral values ​​and is beneficial for life, maintaining harmony with society and the surrounding environment. Culture can be interpreted in 3 parts, namely intellectual, spiritual and aesthetic development, which leads to visible culture and invisible culture. Among the cultures of modern Pesantren is developing the values ​​of aqidah, sharia, devotion, intellectualism, leadership, discipline, independence, simplicity, cooperation, responsibility, and mastery of foreign languages, both Arabic and English, in accordance with the demands of the times.