The role of leadership identity in business and public sectors: a content analysis approach
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Leadership concepts vary significantly across professions, influencing how leaders build their identities. This study reveals sector-specific views on leadership, from business innovation to public service ethics.
Area Of Science
- Organizational Behavior
- Sociology of Professions
Background
- Leadership is a complex construct influenced by professional, cultural, and organizational factors.
- Understanding sector-specific leadership conceptualizations is crucial for identity formation.
Purpose Of The Study
- To examine how business leaders conceptualize leadership.
- To investigate the influence of sector-specific contexts on leadership identity construction.
Main Methods
- Qualitative research utilizing in-depth interviews with 71 participants.
- Content analysis of leadership narratives from diverse professional groups (CEOs, entrepreneurs, media, politicians, bureaucrats).
Main Results
- Sectoral variations in leadership conceptualizations were identified.
- Business leaders and entrepreneurs focus on innovation and success.
- Media professionals emphasize influence and communication; public servants prioritize ethics and societal values.
Conclusions
- Leadership perceptions and identity construction are context-dependent.
- Findings offer insights into leadership theory and practice across different sectors.
- Future research should broaden scope and include comparative analyses.
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