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A Qualitative Approach to Investigating Developmental Opportunities Among Leaders and Followers
Joseph A Dikun1, Alicia S Bouldin2, Erin R Holmes2
1The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, University, Mississippi jadikun@olemiss.edu.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|October 30, 2021
Summary
Followers may need tailored development approaches, showing greater dedication to organizational sustainability than leaders. Identifying and nurturing these followers is crucial for pharmacy schools.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Organizational Behavior
- Leadership Studies
Background:
- Understanding student leadership development is essential for effective mentorship.
- Differentiating leadership and follower roles offers insights into developmental needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore evolving student views on leadership and self-identification.
- To identify developmental opportunities for both leaders and followers.
Main Methods:
- Exploratory qualitative study utilizing semi-structured interviews.
- Thematic analysis of interview data from 14 students/residents.
- Investigated developmental differences between leader and follower groups.
Main Results:
- Four key themes emerged: leadership motivations, ideal leader/follower perceptions, coalition building, and sustainability.
- Leaders identified delegation difficulties and potential self-serving perspectives due to stress.
- Followers demonstrated deeper attachment to responsibilities and a stronger desire for sustainability.
Conclusions:
- Followers may benefit from individualized development strategies compared to leaders.
- Pharmacy schools must equip educators to identify and develop followers who may not pursue traditional leadership roles.
- Nurturing followers is key to promoting long-term organizational sustainability.
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