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Journey to the center: core leadership philosophy

Mark H. Jordan, T.J. Gabriel

Development and Learning in Organizations

ISSN: 1477-7282

Article publication date: 1 January 2009

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Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper, drawing on the authors' experiences in leadership positions, is to suggest the importance of having a written core leadership philosophy that transmits who you are loudly and clearly and permeates everything you do. It also aims to offer suggestions for consideration for the practitioner.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper summarizes the importance of having a core leadership philosophy, coupled with guidelines on development and refinement.

Findings

The insights provided through this manuscript should encourage individuals, particularly managers, to develop a core leadership philosophy.

Practical implications

Leadership is a quality highly coveted by individuals, groups and organizations. The philosophy that serves as a foundation for the actions of leaders is of paramount importance. This core philosophy, as the foundation, is examined in this article with guidelines provided to help practitioners develop a personal core leadership philosophy.

Originality/value

This article makes a unique contribution to the literature by providing an intentional process for developing a core leadership philosophy.

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Citation

Jordan, M.H. and Gabriel, T.J. (2009), "Journey to the center: core leadership philosophy", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 23 No. 1, pp. 16-18. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280910924072

Publisher

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2009, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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