Leadership Potential Research Articles

EU Climate Leadership: Contradictions Inherent in Carbon Regulation

The article analyzes the EU Carbon Border Adjustment mechanism (CBAM) through the lens of the EU’s aspiration to strengthen its leadership in fighting climate change. The introduction of CBAM is viewed as another step toward achieving the EU's goal of climate neutrality, which has become a standard for global development. By studying the internal and external dynamics of CBAM's implementation, the article aims to analyze its role as a tool for diplomatic and exemplary leadership. On the one hand, the EU seeks to protect European producers from producers from countries with lower climate standards. On the other hand, the EU’s desire to involve other countries in creating CBAM-style mechanisms is supposed to strengthen the EU’s leadership, contributing to the formation of multilateral “climate clubs” and the gradual revision of the existing climate regime. However, the article suggests that there are inherent contradictions in the EU's approach. While it seeks to protect its economy through CBAM, it also frames these measures within the narrative of multilateral cooperation. This dual approach poses challenges to the EU's leadership potential. The protectionist nature of CBAM makes other global players, primarily the U.S., follow the same path of taking protective measures. China is not willing to give up its own framing of the climate agenda due to its importance for the construction of China’s international identity. Russia’s perception of the climate change problem is infl uenced by its national interests and the structure of economy. The projection of regulatory power beyond the EU’s borders also provokes resistance from developing and least developed countries, which can seriously damage the EU’s role as a normative power.

Features of the Relationship between Volitional Regulation and Leadership Qualities among Cadets of a Military University: Theoretical Excursion

The article presents attempts to analyze the relationship between volitional regulation and leadership potential among cadets of higher military institutions, identifies the problem of the lack of scientific work on this topic, provides a theoretical analysis of the concepts of volitional regulation and leadership, as well as their importance for cadets to develop according to the requirements of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation for successful professional activity. The specifics of studying at a military university are outlined. The importance of volitional regulation and leadership potential in their interrelation and in the context of further military service and career among graduates of military universities is analyzed.

Strategic Integration of Multimedia in Outdoor Education: Nurturing pupils for future Leadership Roles

This research delves into the strategic integration of multimedia within outdoor education settings as a means to nurture pupils for forthcoming leadership roles. In today's rapidly evolving landscape, cultivating leadership skills among youth has become paramount. The study examines the pivotal role of multimedia tools and their intentional incorporation into outdoor education programs to empower pupils with the essential skills and competencies necessary for future leadership responsibilities. Employing a mixed-methods approach, this investigation explores various outdoor education environments where multimedia resources are strategically integrated. Through qualitative observations, interviews, and quantitative assessments, the research evaluates the impact of multimedia usage on pupils' leadership development. Additionally, it assesses how multimedia applications enhance critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, essential facets for effective leadership. Findings from this study underscore the significance of deliberate multimedia integration in outdoor education for nurturing pupils' leadership potential. The analysis not only highlights the strengths and benefits of multimedia tools but also identifies potential challenges and best practices for their optimal utilization in shaping future leaders. Ultimately, this research contributes empirical insights that inform primary school educators on the strategic integration of multimedia in outdoor education, from Arad County, Romania, elucidating its role in preparing pupils for the complexities of leadership roles in tomorrow's society.

Developing Emotional Intelligence

Daniel Goleman perceptively and accurately noted that emotional intelligence is critical to leadership success, claiming that emotional intelligence is far more important to leadership emergence and effectiveness than intellectual capacity. Goleman’s research later confirmed an 85% relationship between emotional intelligence and leader effectiveness. It may be the most critical area for current and aspiring leaders to develop. While leadership scholars accept the importance of emotional intelligence for leadership and the fact that emotional intelligence can be developed, there appears to be some uncertainty around how emotional intelligence can be developed. The authors shed light on that area and provide current and aspiring leaders with some proven strategies for developing the four predominant components of emotional intelligence. The importance of emotional intelligence to leadership is well documented, and leaders would be well served by working to heighten their levels of emotional intelligence and, in doing so, increase their leadership potential, efficacy, and impact.

Violent Thefts Involving Teenagers And Women (Criminology in Sociological Perspective)

<em>The goal of this research was to find a scientific explanation for the issue of women and teenagers being involved in violent theft crimes that have already started, as well as to find and construct theoretical justification based on current theories, including sources from books and research journals. This study employed a qualitative research design in conjunction with a literature review. According to the findings of research, women are viewed as potential home educators of their children and should be given recognition and equality, while teenagers are viewed as the country's future generation, potential leaders, and catalysts for community and national development. rather than feeling scared by his family or other societal members, he feels adequate in the social system of society. He thus isolates himself by creating an exclusive group, which prompts him to take illegal and/or violent acts, such as muggings and thefts, in violation of both community standards and the law.</em>

Components of effective work with gifted youth and conditions of implementation

Relevance. The relevance of the study is determined by the urgent need of society to develop the intellectual and creative potential of young people to accelerate technological progress, find innovative solutions to global problems, overcome the consequences of the pandemic, the war in Ukraine and other challenges of our time. Purpose. The aim of the study was to analyse the theoretical foundations and practical experience of working with gifted pupils and students. Methodology. A wide range of methodological tools were used, including the comparative and historical method, the method of generalization, structural and functional analysis, comparativism, systematization, as well as a combination of reductionist and holistic approaches to comprehensively analyse the problem of improving the system of work with gifted youth. Results. The analysis reveals the evolution of views on the nature of giftedness – from narrow ideas in the early 20th century to modern, more inclusive multidimensional concepts. It is substantiated that giftedness is a complex phenomenon that encompasses cognitive, creative, motivational, emotional and personal characteristics of an individual. The basic components of an effective system for identifying and developing talent are identified and characterized, including: identification of talented students, development of individual educational trajectories, models of enrichment learning and involvement in practical project activities. The practical experience of the United States of America, Canada, and the European Union in organizing work with gifted people is studied. It is shown that North America has extensive support for the gifted, while the European Union focuses on developing the leadership potential of talented youth. Conclusions. A number of recommendations have been formulated to improve the regulatory and organizational support in this area. In particular, it is proposed to develop special legislative acts, a national strategy, professional standards, as well as to create a network of specialized educational structures and introduce innovative technologies.

Factors that influence medical students'decision to pursue a career in orthopaedics: a comprehensive analysis.

Selecting a postgraduate medical or surgical specialty is a significant decision for medical students, influenced by factors such as demographics, academic performance, satisfaction, work environments, personal aspirations, passion for a specific specialty, exposure to different fields during medical education, lifestyle considerations, financial factors, job market conditions, and prospects. Our research focused on orthopaedic surgery, a highly competitive specialty with many applicants and a low acceptance rate. We aimed to investigate the factors that contribute to the sustained interest in this specialty despite the challenges of securing a residency position. Hence, this study aims to examine the potential factors that influence students' decision to pursue a career as an orthopaedic surgeon. This cross-sectional study explores the perspectives and attitudes of 211 fifth-year medical students towards orthopaedic surgery after completing their clinical rotation at Mutah University's School of Medicine in 2022. The inclusion criteria for the study were limited to fifth-year medical students who successfully finished the orthopaedic rotation. A questionnaire was employed to evaluate students' firm commitment to orthopaedics as a prospective career and the degree of their current interest in the specialty. The study involved 210 participants, with 99 selecting orthopaedics as their specialty and 111 pursuing alternatives. Furthermore, 41.4% expressed the intention to apply for orthopaedic residencies. Factors impacting orthopaedics selection included family/peer input (p = 0.002), prestige (p = 0.002), research prospects (p = 0.005), leadership potential (p = 0.011). Chi-square analysis showed associations between choosing orthopaedics and male gender (p = 0.028), parental occupation in musculoskeletal fields (p = 0.038), and elective rotations (p = 0.016). This study examines the factors that influence medical students' career preferences in orthopaedic surgery, highlighting the significance of familial and peer influences, job prestige perceptions, gender considerations, parental involvement, elective rotations, research and teaching potential assessments, and aspirations for leadership roles. These findings reveal the complex array of factors that guide medical students toward orthopaedic surgery.

Mentoring and coaching: ACPN Workshop 2023

The ACPN looks back at their 2023 workshop, where they explored the key differences between mentoring and coaching, guiding nurses to unlock their leadership potential. This article explores strategies and techniques for effective growth-focused support

Female Leadership in Wine Tourism in Portugal

Abstract Based on data collected from managers of wine tourism businesses in rural areas in Portugal, this study highlights the equal potential of female leadership in wine tourism. Specifically, women’s profiles, management practices and leadership narratives were analyzed and contrasted with corresponding data reported by their male counterparts. Concerning personality traits, no statistical difference between men and women was identified, which was also the case for some management practices, with sustainability concerns being important for both male and female business managers. Differences were found in communication with markets, being dominated by online devices, particularly with social networks in the case of women. As for their leadership position, women further tend to prefer a shared management approach in opposition to a more individualist management style followed by men.

Emotional Intelligence: Three Pivotal Points for Effective Physician Leadership

In today’s demanding healthcare environment, physician leaders must learn to make well-formed decisions and avoid being misled by their emotions. Research has shown the significant effect of emotional intelligence (EI) on the job satisfaction, influence, and leadership potential of physicians. Although emotional intelligence is not solely an innate trait, it is a skill that can be cultivated through intentional practice.

Teacher’s Agency as an Indicator of Leadership Potential Development

Nonlinearity, multi-contextuality, new normality, constant variability of the modern world are reflected in politics, economics, education and other spheres of human life. Professional and personal self-determination and orientation of a person is difficult in a situation of diversity of various social environments and spaces, functional and semantic uncertainty of educational contexts. In this regard, the importance in the field of education is acquired by the teacher’s transprofessionalism, his ability to continuously develop, independently build interaction with the multifunctional environment, showing his agency as one of the indicators of leadership potential development. The purpose of the study is to operationalize the content of the concept of the teacher’s agency and its manifestation as an indicator of the development of leadership potential, taking into account the ongoing changes in the modern world. Methodology. The understanding of the essence of the terms “agency” and “leadership potential” of the teacher was carried out using the method of semantic analysis of their interpretations available in domestic and foreign sources. The use of activity-based and acmeological approaches is due to the need to determine the key mechanism for implementing the teacher’s agency in the comparison of significant categories (agency, leadership and management). General scientific research methods were used: theoretical analysis and synthesis, systematization and generalization of scientific literature on the research topic. Results. Connectivism (social polyvalence) is proposed as the main mechanism for the manifestation of the teacher’s agency as a teacher’s ability to find and maintain conditions, forms, ways and means of communication with representatives of different professions, social groups and statuses, beliefs, ages for organizing joint actions, events, productive activities. This made it possible to establish the key role of agency in the development of a teacher’s leadership potential – the creation of an atmosphere of cooperation within and outside the educational organization. Conclusion. The conclusion is made that the teacher, as a carrier and subject of public relations, needs to develop his agency and leadership potential, respectively, for orientation and adaptation in a changing world in the interests of sustainable development of regions and the country as a whole.

Mentoring preparation in educational contexts: a review of the literature

PurposeThis article aims to contribute to a clearer understanding of the importance of mentor preparation and provide recommendations for effective mentor preparation programmes based on the literature.Design/methodology/approachA narrative review of a range of literature focussing on the importance and characteristics of effective mentor practice and preparation.FindingsMany mentors working in educational contexts lack adequate preparation, and a shift in mentoring practice from a mentor as expert approach, which mentors are likely revert to without training, to a more collaborative relationship in line with educative mentoring is recommended. Relationship building, working collaboratively and encouraging critical reflection are essential mentoring capabilities, and can be supported by participation in effective mentoring preparation programmes. Characteristics of these programmes include: providing time for mentors to reflect on their personal capabilities and attitudes; strengthening their knowledge about mentoring and learning a range of approaches and tools.Practical implicationsImplications for mentor preparation include consideration of curricula that focus on the nature of effective mentoring relationships, provision of effective observation-based feedback and the facilitation of critical reflection. Blended learning models appear to have potential and organisational leaders need to recognise and value mentoring to ensure that it is prioritised.Originality/valueThis article makes a valuable contribution to our understanding of the nature of effective mentor preparation programmes.

Women’s leadership development is everybody’s business: if not now, when?

ABSTRACT The focus of this paper lies in our special interest in women leaders and those aspiring to leadership positions in schools and other educational contexts within Australia. Leadership is a gendered concept, and due to a myriad of factors including conscious and unconscious bias, and the challenges of balancing career with other life commitment, the reality is that women’s career journeys are different from men’s. Women’s unique career trajectories have implications for achieving their leadership potential. In addition to reviewing some of the extant literature in the area of women in educational leadership, we share our experiences and reflections based on our research and the leadership development programmes we have run for women mainly in Australia. These programmes have reinforced to us their value, place, and contribution to enhancing women’s capacities for leadership. In this paper, we address the following four key questions as they pertain to women leaders within the Australian context: (1) Why a focus on gender and leadership? (2) What are some of the barriers impeding women leaders? (3) Why is it important to have multiple faces of leadership? (4) Why is women’s leadership development everyone’s responsibility?

Impact of Engagement in Campus Sustainability Activities to Competency Development: Change Agents’ Experiences and Perspectives

Universities today have increasingly introduced and integrated sustainability elements into their curriculum to nurture students into potential future leaders for sustainability. Although various types of pedagogies have been introduced for the development of sustainability competencies in students, not many studies have investigated engagement in campus sustainability activities as a pedagogical tool. In that respect, this paper attempts to bridge the gap by investigating the potential of engagement as a pedagogical tool and how it can help in developing sustainability competencies in students. The investigation was conducted at three local universities in Malaysia, where purposive sampling was employed for the selection of data. This sampling technique is capable of carefully selecting respondents that are relevant to this investigation given the number of students involved in campus sustainability activities is small in comparison to the total student population. In-depth interviews were conducted with 21 students who have been identified from the purposive sampling and considered as the most active and proactive volunteers in their respective campus sustainability activities. Respondents shared their experiences where ‘interpersonal competency’ was emphasised as the most developed and essential competency for them throughout their engagement. Another interesting finding is the importance of ‘passion’. Having a strong sense of enthusiasm for sustainability not only serves as a push factor that drives these students to put their efforts into achieving the objectives of the campus sustainability activities they are involved in but also acts as an important catalyst to the development of sustainability competencies as a whole.

We (All) Want You? Perceived Military Leadership Potential and Actual Leadership Role Occupancy in Working Life: A Longitudinal Study of a Swedish Cohort

One of the main tasks of the armed forces is to recruit and select future soldiers and to identify potential officers. However, these procedures may have a wider societal impact beyond the borders of the military organization itself. This study aims to examine how compatible assessments of military leadership potential are with those in the labor market. Using longitudinal data concerning a large cohort of Swedish males who underwent mustering during the early 1970s, we analyzed the association between officer suitability assessments and managerial role occupancy at age 50 to 55, while controlling for socio-demographic factors in childhood and adulthood. We found a high level of predictability, whereby those who were ranked highest were four times more likely to hold managerial positions than those with the lowest ranking. Results are discussed in relation to perceptions about leadership skills and possible institutional isomorphism between the armed forces and other societal organizations.

Coaching Effectiveness in Ideation of PNL LDP Level 3

This study evaluates the effectiveness of coaching in the Ideation of Leadership Development Program (LDP) Level 3 at PT. PLN (Persero), focusing on Coach-Client Relationship theories (Diller et al., 2022) and the ADKAR model by Hiatt (2006). It investigates the influence of coach-coachee dynamics, including Working Alliance – Task and Goal, Perceived Empathy, Perceived Need Supportive Behavior, and Closeness, on the success of the coaching process. Additionally, the research assesses the ADKAR model’s components (Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement) and Team Effectiveness based on Process Criteria (Effort-Related, Strategy-Related, and Knowledge & Skill-Related) in group project facilitation. Utilizing a quantitative approach, online questionnaires were distributed to 19 individuals who met the necessary criteria, including being participants in two coaching sessions of Ideation 3 Batch 5 and holding positions as potential leaders three tiers beneath the board of directors, consisting of Managers in Service Units, Vice Presidents in subsidiaries, and Assistant Vice Presidents. The responses then would be analyzed via IBM SPSS 27.0. Results indicate significant correlations between Coach-Client Relationship, ADKAR model, and Team Effectiveness, enhancing the understanding of coaching in personnel development. This finding highlights the necessity of a well-aligned coaching process to foster effective individual change readiness. Moreover, the finding also reveals that the coaching process extends beyond individual development and has a significant influence on team collaboration and effectiveness. A well-aligned coaching process can more effectively prepare individuals for the transitions and developments required in leadership roles and equip them to contribute positively to team environments. While this study contributes to a better understanding of coaching as a method for people development, there are some limitations concerning the sample and limited time of the study. Future research with a larger and varied sample, across-case data collection, and various additional data is needed. Testing with before-after questionnaires, forum group discussions, and a mixed-method approach would be particularly interesting, including diverse leadership levels and genders.

Developing student leader emotional and social communication skills

While improving ability to communicate effectively is a given for developing student leadership potential, there are very few systematic frameworks to guide communication skill improvement. Using a model of emotional and social skills derived from research in interpersonal and emotional/nonverbal communication, tools and strategies for both assessing possession of complex and sophisticated social/communication skills and their development are discussed. This well-researched model breaks down complex communication into well-defined skills that underlie the more abstract leadership competencies of emotional and social intelligences. It provides a foundation for enhancing the emotional and social skills of students that lead them to be more effective in positions of leadership, and in social interactions more generally. Specific strategies for communication skill development are suggested, as well as discussion of formal guides and resources to aid in student leadership development.

Managing Groundwater from the Ground Up: An Ex Ante Assessment of the Potential for Collective Action

Common pool groundwater resources may be susceptible to overexploitation but can potentially be managed collectively. However, few studies explore the potential for successful collective action ex-ante. We conduct an ex-ante assessment of the potential for collective action by users of a groundwater body, to identify whether necessary conditions are in place, using a mixed methods approach based on literature, expert consultation, and Q methodology. While some aspects were conducive to collective action, under current conditions it appears unlikely that users will self-organize. Four user sub-groups were identified, differing in terms of resource perceptions and prosocial behavior, with potential for tapping into the skills of potential leaders and capitalizing on the prosocial intent of team players, while building bridges for cooperation with sceptics and non-users. Such ex-ante assessment can serve to identify which conditions need to be cultivated to foster cooperation and to identify strategies for engaging with different user sub-groups.

The Labyrinth of The Iron Cage of Educational Capitalism: The Reflection of Siri Na Pacce in Strengthening Educational Leadership

This study aims to demonstrate that the Indonesian local culture, Siri Na Pacce, becomes the construction of educational leadership in the era of educational capitalism. The Indonesian constitution upholds the availability of human resources to be educated for social change. The advancement of educational facilities creates inequality among human resources in accessing a better education. This inequality creates social reproduction through the educational system. The iron cage of the educational system chains the production of potential leaders for social change. The sociological method is conducted to analyze andevaluate the root of the problem to bring in the emic perspective. This method accesses books, articles, journals, and academic writing. This research aims to align local cultural values, Siri Na Pacce, to construct leadership values in generating an accessible educational system. To conclude, the construction of educational leadership is based on the solid value of Siri Na Pacce to build the character of being with others.

The role of the nurse leader in nursing personnel management processes

All specialists whose professional activities involve communicating with people, in addition to a high level of knowledge and skills, must also have some special personalit y traits. Chief and senior nurses must be leaders. Target. Identification of obvious and hidden leaders among nurse managers and determination of their role in the processes of managing nursing personnel. Results. Information on the management activities of chief and senior nurses was analyzed; the main leadership characteristics of heads of nursing services, the essence of leadership style, leadership potential, and the ability to delegate authority were studied; the problems in the management activities of heads of nursing services were found; obvious and hidden leaders among nurse leaders were identified. Conclusion. It is the head of the organization, who is a leader by nature and by his/her actions and at the same time is able to effectively manage his/her subordinates, that achieves high results and achievements of the service s/he leads.