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Carol A Campbell¹

¹The Department of Health Management and Informatics at the Georgia Health Sciences University (formerly Medical College of Georgia) Augusta, GA, USA.

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|January 25, 2013

Summary

This article examines abusive leadership, where authority figures misuse power through intimidation and reward/punishment tactics. It proposes six key obligations for leaders aiming for effective and ethical management practices.

Keywords:

Bad bosses assertive diplomatic elucidation ethically centered leadership listening.relevancy

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Area of Science:

Organizational Psychology
Leadership Studies

Background:

Leadership is often associated with terms like 'chief' and 'superior'.
Some leaders misuse authority, employing intimidation and control tactics.
This behavior negatively impacts workplace dynamics and employee well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the characteristics and motivations behind ineffective or 'bad' bosses.
To define and advocate for ethical leadership principles.
To outline six essential obligations for aspiring effective leaders.

Main Methods:

Conceptual analysis of leadership definitions and power dynamics.
Exploration of abusive leadership behaviors.
Development of a framework for 'leadership done right'.

Main Results:

Identifies reliance on authoritarian traits as a precursor to abusive leadership.
Highlights the exploitation of power through intimidation and reward/punishment.
Proposes a set of six leadership obligations.

Conclusions:

Effective leadership transcends mere authority, requiring ethical conduct.
Addressing abusive tendencies is crucial for fostering positive work environments.
Fulfilling leadership obligations is key to achieving 'leadership done right'.