The Art of Self-Leadership during times of unprecedented Global Change
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2023-08-22
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Introduction: Self-leadership has become as important as leading others, and subsequently, it has added an interesting dimension to the study of leadership. Scholars and practitioners alike have studied self-mastery, especially those concerned with human behavior and leadership. There is evidence that the ability to lead oneself ought to take precedence over leading others. It is against that background that this study, therefore, examines the art of self-leadership during times of unprecedented global change, where uncertainty abounds. Leadership theories posit that several factors and circumstances influence great leaders. Accordingly, both the conceptual and theoretical frameworks argue that the most critical tool in the exercise of leadership is the leader. Interestingly, empirical evidence reveals that leaders have enormous power to shape and redirect the course of history, and that begins with their ability to lead themselves first, then others.
Methods: The study has employed a qualitative and exploratory approach using non-intrusive case studies. The data has been analyzed through an intepretivist lens. In addition, the paper applied phenomenology to get a better understanding of Self-leadership as a construct. Pursuantly, the paper interpreted experiences and meaning of the phenomenon. Lastly, the
study also employed thematic analysis.
Findings and Conclusion: The study, therefore, seeks to contribute to the broader understanding of the concept of self-leadership and as a developing framework. In addition, we found that self-leadership could be an effective complimentary framework to the other well-developed leadership theories. Thus, its findings could provide relevant insights into the art of self-leadership and may inspire future research. The results could equip leaders and individuals to better use the power within to transform themselves and societies.
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Global Change, Human Behavior, Leadership, Self-leadership