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Spirituality and Leadership: Research Supports the Connection
Susan R Komives1, Michele Matteo Mackie2, Tricia R Shalka3
1University of Maryland.
New Directions for Student Leadership
|June 17, 2020
Summary
Spirituality significantly enhances leadership effectiveness. This research explores the link between spiritual development and leadership, particularly within the social change model.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Leadership Studies
Background:
- Spirituality is increasingly recognized as a factor influencing leadership.
- Understanding the relationship between spirituality and leadership is crucial for development.
- Existing research indicates a positive correlation between spiritual practices and leadership qualities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the connection between spirituality and leadership.
- To analyze studies on the social change model of leadership development.
- To investigate spirituality scales from the University of California, Los Angeles Higher Education Research Institute's spirituality project.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing research.
- Analysis of studies focusing on the social change model of leadership.
- Examination of data from the University of California, Los Angeles Higher Education Research Institute's spirituality project.
Main Results:
- Consistent and significant positive relationship found between spirituality and leadership.
- Spirituality appears to be a key component in effective leadership.
- The social change model of leadership development aligns with spiritual principles.
Conclusions:
- Spirituality is a vital element in leadership development and practice.
- Further research into spiritual leadership is warranted.
- The findings support integrating spiritual considerations into leadership training programs.
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