Leadership Strategies Research Articles

Reducing Technical Debt through Strategic Leadership in Retail Technology Systems

In the fast-paced and highly competitive landscape of retail, the management of technical debt has become a critical challenge for organizations striving to maintain robust and scalable technology systems. Technical debt, the accumulated cost of prioritizing quick fixes or suboptimal solutions over more sustainable and efficient options, can significantly hinder an organization's ability to innovate, adapt, and grow. This paper explores the role of strategic leadership in effectively reducing technical debt within retail technology systems. By examining key leadership strategies, such as fostering a culture of continuous improvement, investing in long-term technology planning, and emphasizing cross-functional collaboration, the paper highlights how retail organizations can systematically address and mitigate technical debt.Strategic leadership in the retail sector involves a comprehensive understanding of both business and technological imperatives. Leaders must recognize the implications of technical debt not only in terms of immediate financial costs but also in the broader context of business agility, customer experience, and competitive advantage. The paper emphasizes the need for leaders to adopt a proactive approach, prioritizing technical debt reduction as a strategic objective that aligns with the organization's overall goals.One of the central arguments of the paper is that effective technical debt management requires a shift from reactive to proactive leadership.

The impact of transformational leadership on the job performance of ICT employees in Palestine: The role of psychological empowerment as a mediating factor

This study examined how transformational leadership affects work performance at Palestine's Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, focusing on psychological empowerment. We conducted a descriptive study on 350 full-time employees. We took a systematic sample of 183 people from this group. A systematic questionnaire collected quantitative and qualitative employee experiences. SPSS was used to analyze the data using descriptive and deductive methods. Data patterns and linkages were identified and displayed in frequency distribution tables and visual graphics. The study found that psychological empowerment mediates the relationship between transformational leadership and job performance at the Palestinian Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. Psychological empowerment greatly enhances transformational leadership's influence on workforce performance. Organizations ought to educate leaders and empower their staff to improve performance. The research found that transformational leadership combined with psychological empowerment tactics significantly improves employee engagement and performance. This study fills gaps in the literature and expands our understanding of how psychological empowerment affects work performance. The findings support the study's assumptions and emphasize the relevance of leadership strategies that empower people psychologically. This method improves job performance and suggests empowerment-focused leadership solutions for organizational leadership and policy creation to boost workplace engagement and productivity.

Business Development Strategy through SWOT Analysis in Nicesy Donut and Bakery

This study explores the business development strategy of Nicesy Donut and Bakery through a comprehensive SWOT analysis. Nicesy Donut and Bakery is a well-known bakery in Cilegon, Indonesia with various products and has been established since 2003. The business aims to capitalize on emerging opportunities, such as increasing demand for healthier options and expanding into new markets. This study employs a qualitative approach using interviews with Nicesy Donut and Bakery’s owners and managers between June and July 2024. The analysis highlights leadership, marketing and product management strategies, potential threats, rising ingredients costs and intense competition. Based on the SWOT analysis, strategy and recommendations are provided to enhance the bakery’s market position and drive sustainable growth. This study contributes to the understanding of how small businesses in the bakery industry can utilize strategic tools like SWOT analysis to develop and implement effective business strategies.

Conducting Productive Team Meetings

This publication outlines tips and strategies for team leaders running meetings. Written by Carrie N. Baker, Matthew Gold, Sarah A. Bush, Laura L. Greenhaw, and Rachel Biderman, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2024.

Leadership Behaviours and Goals Achievement in Public Senior Secondary Schools

This study aims to analyze the relationship between leadership behavior and the achievement of educational goals in public high schools in Kwara State, Nigeria. The focus of this research is on the three main elements of leadership behavior, namely the welfare package, the role of supervision, and the communication system, as well as how these elements affect educational outcomes. The research method used is a quantitative approach with a correlational descriptive design. Data were collected through adapted questionnaires and interviews with 368 teachers in various public high schools across 16 local government areas in Kwara State. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive and inferential statistics with Pearson correlation at a significance level of 0.05. The results of the study show that there is a significant relationship between welfare packages, supervisory roles, and communication systems and the achievement of educational goals. An adequate welfare package improves teacher motivation and performance, an effective supervisory role contributes to the quality of teaching, and a good communication system ensures better coordination in achieving school goals. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of holistic integration of these elements in leadership strategies to create a conducive learning environment and achieve optimal educational outcomes. This research also opens up space for further research that considers local contexts, demographic variations, and more diverse research methods to gain a more comprehensive understanding.

Effectiveness of Face-to-Face Meetings Heads of School Leadership Strategy on Teachers’ Levels of Commitment in Community-Cased Secondary Schools, in Selected District Councils in Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania

Effectiveness of Face-to-Face Meetings Heads of School Leadership Strategy on Teachers’ Levels of Commitment in Community-Cased Secondary Schools, in Selected District Councils in Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania

Leadership Principal Instruction in Implementation Independent Curriculum in Schools Upper Intermediate

This research aims to analyze and find out the principal's instructional leadership in implementing the independent curriculum, especially at Santo Fransiskus Assisi Pontianak High School, North Pontianak District, West Kalimantan Province. This form of research uses a qualitative approach with a case study type of research. There were four research subjects, namely, the principal, deputy principal for curriculum, deputy principal for student affairs, and teachers. The data collection method is carried out using techniques interviews , observations , and documentation . Data analysis uses data reduction , data presentation and withdrawal conclusion / verification . The results of this research show that the principal has carry out leadership teaching well and effectively so that in communicating vision and mission school as well as apply ikm carried out according to objectives . As for leadership strategies instruction carried out by the school principal namely , (1) give exemplary , (2) dialogue with teachers, (3) effective communication , (4) facilitating teachers, (5) supervising effective . Important steps have been taken taken show that the principal own commitment and focus on achievement implementation of SMEs. By applying leadership instructional show work climate created at St Francis High School Assisi Pontianak is running effective , conducive , and running optimally.

Ethical challenges in healthcare innovation: A leadership perspective.

Innovation is essential for advancing and sustaining healthcare systems, particularly in hospitals. While innovation offers solutions to challenges such as chronic disease management, access to care, and patient safety, it also introduces significant ethical dilemmas for health leaders. This column explores the broad ethical issues associated with healthcare innovation, focusing on resource allocation, support for diverse healthcare professions, equitable access to care, and the emphasis on technology-based innovations. It highlights the complexities of funding innovation through government, private sector, universities, donors, and the unpaid work of healthcare providers. The column also addresses the disparities in innovation support across different professions and the potential for innovation to exacerbate healthcare inequities. Potential solutions are proposed, including the establishment of interdisciplinary councils, dedicated innovation funds, and public-private partnerships. By prioritizing ethical leadership and balanced innovation strategies, health leaders can ensure that advancements benefit all stakeholders, fostering a more equitable and sustainable healthcare system in Canada.

The Leadership Strategy of Malaysian Celebrities in Engaging Youth through Social Media Platforms

The Leadership Strategy of Malaysian Celebrities in Engaging Youth through Social Media Platforms

Developing leadership competencies for genomics integration through globally networked learning and education.

To describe the implementation and evaluation of an education strategy called the globally networked learning-genomics (GNL-G) used in Master's courses in Canada and Finland. The study focused on the feasibility and effectiveness of GNL-G in developing leadership competencies for integrating genomics into practice. Interpretive description qualitative methodology was used to explore how GNL-G, global exchanges and assignments standardized with the Assessment of Strategies to Integrate Genomics in Nursing (ASIGN) tool influenced competency development. The Reporting Item Standards for Education and its Evaluation in Genomics (RISE2 Genomics) framework guided the design, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of GNL-G. Data included one-to-one interviews, written assignments, and reflections. Interviews and assignment data from three cohorts of students for a total of ten Canadian and 11 Finnish master's students participated in this study. The ASIGN Tool played a crucial role in facilitating students' analysis of their practice context and the development of leadership strategies. Participation in GNL-G enhanced students' confidence to lead efforts to integrate genomics, irrespective of their genomics expertise. Engagement with global peers emphasized the importance of incorporating equity, ethics, and social justice into leadership strategies for genomics integration. The GNL-G strategy enhanced leadership competencies for genomics integration in graduate students from Canada and Finland. The ASIGN Tool and global peer collaboration highlight the importance of innovative educational methods in preparing leaders for the complexities of genomics in healthcare.

Pelatihan Kepemimpinan Transformasional Calon Guru: Konsep, Integrasi, dan Evaluasinya dalam Pembelajaran

This community service aims to increase students' knowledge and transformational leadership skills so that they can apply transformational leadership when carrying out learning practices in the classroom in the future. Nineteen students participated in the activity, but only 18 completed the evaluation. The science and technology transfer team includes the concepts and dimensions of transformational leadership, integration strategies for transformational leadership using scientific learning models, and how to evaluate students' transformational leadership. The three sciences and technologies were transferred using three methods, namely lectures and discussions, exercises, as well as presentations and reflections. The team evaluated service activities (pre test-post test) using seven open questions developed from the dimensions of transformational leadership developed by Carless et al. (2000). The results showed an average increase in understanding of transformational leadership in the medium category (0.3 <0.7). The highest increase was in the second dimension, namely team development, with a value of 0.70. Meanwhile, the dimension with the lowest increase was charismatic, with a value of 0.30. The other five dimensions are in the value range of 0.47-0.65 or are included in the medium category. In the future, service can be expanded by evaluating students' transformational leadership from the perspective of team/group members in learning activities to provide a more operational evaluation perspective on students' transformational leadership experiences.

Exploring Shared Instructional Leadership Strategies to Improve Teacher Professional Learning: A Case Study in a Southeastern School System

ABSTRACT The present study aims to identify shared instructional leadership strategies administered by school principals and instructional coaches to enhance teacher professional learning within a southeastern school system. Using a qualitative case study approach, we collected data through semi-structured interviews with six principals and six instructional coaches from seven elementary schools. Qualitative content analysis was utilized to analyze the data. The results revealed various shared instructional leadership strategies across three key components: structuring the school environment to facilitate professional learning, fostering a culture of ongoing learning, and nurturing interpersonal relationships conducive to teacher development. We discuss implications for policy and practice.

Strategic positioning and asymmetric cost behavior

PurposeThis paper explores if the firm’s strategic orientation can be associated with differences in cost behavior activity.Design/methodology/approachUsing Compustat data from 1979 to 2012, the archival study examines if there are differences between differentiation and cost leadership strategies on the firm’s cost stickiness.FindingsThe main finding provides evidence that firms pursuing a differentiation strategy exhibit greater cost stickiness, on average, as compared to firms pursuing a cost leadership strategy. This relationship is moderated by the optimistic or pessimistic expectations of managers for future sales.Originality/valueThis paper contributes to the literature on cost management by explaining how strategic positioning affects firms’ cost behavior using the framework of asymmetric cost behavior. The study encompasses both product and period costs and documents the impact on earnings.

Assessing the role of information technology in promoting environmental sustainability and preventing crime in E-commerce

AbstractThe rise of e-commerce necessitates sustainable practices for a greener future. While the e-commerce boom offers immense economic opportunities, minimizing its environmental impact and upholding ethical business conduct are essential. Current research on e-commerce heavily focuses on information technology (IT) for understanding and improving consumer acceptance. However, a critical gap exists in exploring IT's potential contributions to sustainability, crime prevention, and environmental safety. This study bridges this gap by exploring the role of IT integration in managerial practices to enhance environmental protection, crime prevention, and foster sustainability within Bangladesh's booming e-commerce sector. Focusing on e-commerce managers' perspectives, the research examines effective leadership strategies for IT implementation. Additionally, it utilizes the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) to analyze the relationships between user perception and its impact on e-commerce performance. Using a structured questionnaire, we collected the data from 418 e-commerce managers. The research design incorporates a robust framework, hypothesis formulation, and methodological rigor grounded in TAM principles. The findings reveal a significant positive contribution of IT to environmental protection, crime prevention, and overall sustainability within the e-commerce sector. Managers' perceptions highlight that effective IT utilization ensures environmental safety, safeguards data against criminal activity, and promotes organizational sustainability. Furthermore, this research provides a roadmap for e-commerce businesses to accelerate their sustainability efforts. It also equips academics with valuable insights to advance knowledge on building a secure and sustainable future in the digital age.

Unveiling Digital Leadership: Exploring Models and Theories

Digital leadership has emerged as an essential strategy in addressing the demands of the digital era. This study reviews academic research on digital leadership models and theories, drawing from published articles in the field. This study has synthesized existing research to create a robust framework that integrates transformational and distributed leadership principles. The framework clarifies the essential components of effective digital leadership and provides practical guidance for organizations navigating the digital landscape. By combining insights from various leadership theories with current digital practices, this research improves our understanding of leveraging technology for organizational success. Moving ahead, it is crucial to empirically validate and apply this framework to verify its effectiveness and adaptability in diverse contexts. The research findings lay the foundation for further exploration of digital leadership strategies, enabling sustainable digital transformation in organizations. The proposed model presents opportunities for future research to explore the broader impact of digital leadership on digital transformation.

Creating Cycle of Knowledge: A Study of Social Responsibility Leadership Dilemmas and Strategies of University Students Majoring in Education

Creating Cycle of Knowledge: A Study of Social Responsibility Leadership Dilemmas and Strategies of University Students Majoring in Education

Fostering an Innovator's Mindset: How Leaders Can Cultivate Creativity and Drive Change

Abstract: This article discusses strategies for leaders to foster an organizational culture of innovation. Innovation requires certain environmental and psychological conditions, namely psychological safety, autonomy, flexibility, and access to resources. Leaders must establish these enabling factors to allow creative ideas to flourish. They should also cultivate a growth mindset among employees by emphasizing learning over fixed abilities. Practices like communication, coaching, and recognition systems can shape mindsets. Additionally, leaders should actively engage employees in the innovation process through crowdsourcing platforms, cross-functional projects, hackathons, and senior leadership involvement. Storytelling, recognition events, and communicating impacts keeps innovation visible and motivates participation. The article presents case studies of companies like Atlassian, Toyota, and Kaiser Permanente that have successfully operationalized these strategies. It argues that nurturing creativity from within inspires new strategies and positions organizations to embrace disruption.

The Influence of Transformational Leadership and Organizational Commitment Towards Employee Performance is Mediated by Organizational Citizenship Behavior (Study of Health Service Employees, Health Training Center, Regional Health Laboratory of Southeast

Transformational leadership and organizational commitment can affect employee performance, with Organizational Citizenship Behavior as a mediating variable. By knowing this relationship, organizations can develop more effective leadership strategies and policies to improve the performance of employees of the Health Office, Bapelkes and Health Laboratories of Southeast Sulawesi Province, which ultimately increases the productivity and success of the organization as a whole, this study uses a quantitative approach. The population in this study was 404 people. the sample used the Slovin Formula with a precision of 5%. the research sample amounted to 201 respondents. this research data was analyzed using SmartPLS software. The results of this study transformational leadership has a negative effect on Organization Citizenship Behavior, has a P-Values value of 0.0085 and T-Statistics 1.128.557 or this value has P-Values> 0.05 and T-statistics> 1.96. Organizational commitment has a positive effect on organizational citizenship behavior and has a P-Values value of 0.000 and T-statistics 1,686,753 or this value has P-Values < 0.05 and T-statistics> 1.96. Transformational leadership negatively affects employee performance has a P-Values value of 0.006 and T-Statistics 1.129,320 or this value has P-Values> 0.05 and T-statistics> 1.96. Organizational commitment to employee performance has a positive effect, has a P-Values value of 0.0024 and T-Statistics 1.228,882 or this value has P-Values < 0.05 and T-statistics> 1.96. Organization citizenship Behavior has a positive effect on employee performance, has a P-value value of 0.000 and T-Statistics 1,648,266 or this value has a P-value> 0.05 and T-statistics < 1.96. There is an effect of transformational leadership on performance mediated by Organizational Citizenship Behavior as an intervening variable with a statistical value of 130.424 which is greater than the t table (1.98010). There is an effect of organizational commitment on employee performance mediated by Organizational Citizenship Behavior as an intervening variable with a statistical value of 1,514,071 which is greater than the t table (1, 98010).

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN LEADERSHIP: A CROSS-CULTURAL ANALYSIS OF EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT AND RETENTION

The study explores the critical role of emotional intelligence (EI) in leadership across different cultural contexts and its impact on employee engagement and retention. By analyzing diverse leadership approaches and employee responses within multinational organizations, the paper examines how leaders' emotional intelligence enhances team cohesion, boosts motivation, and reduces turnover rates. Through a mixed-methods approach incorporating quantitative data and qualitative case studies, this research identifies key emotional intelligence competencies that foster higher levels of employee satisfaction and long-term commitment. The findings underscore the importance of culturally adaptive leadership that leverages emotional intelligence as a strategic asset for improving organizational performance and sustainability. Recommendations for training programs aimed at developing EI-driven leadership strategies are provided, emphasizing the need for customized approaches that account for cultural nuances.

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.