1st Edition
Leadership and Leadership Development A Comprehensive Overview
Chapter 1. Charting the Landscape of Leadership and Leadership Development
Christian Harrison
Chapter 2. A Moderated Mediation Model Linking Authentic Leadership and Preoccupation with Failure: Evidence from a Diverse Sample of US Employees
Christina Nizamidou, Anastasia Chatziioannou, Panagiotis Gkorezis
Chapter 3. The Essence of Leadership and Pathways to Leadership Development
Margaret Nana Amala and Nugun Patrick Jellason
Chapter 4. Leadership Styles and Their Impact on the Success of Social Enterprises
Gbemisola Ogbolu, Suzanne Hague, Adelaja Ayotunde, Millicent Ifeyinwa Ohanagorom, Domnan Miri and Moses Dang
Chapter 5. The Semiotics of Political Leadership: Examining the Symbolic Nature of Imran Khan’s Political Leadership
Imran Hussain Khan Suddahazai
Chapter 6. The Power of Many: Harnessing Collective Intelligence Through Distributed Leadership
Bilal Zaghmout
Chapter 7. Evaluating the Role of Responsible Leadership in Enhancing Safety Culture in Micro and Small Construction Firms in the UK
Opeyemi Faith Titus, Wajiha Kazim, Samuel Osei-Nimo and Emmanuel Aboagye-Nimo
Chapter 8. How Interpersonally Competent Are Your Managers?
Adebukola E. Oyewunmi, Abisola Olarinde and Michael E. Weeks
Chapter 9. Moral Development: The Conceptualisation of Servant Leadership Moral Compass
Ijeoma Ukeni
Chapter 10. Leadership and the Intersecting Influences of Gender and Culture: A Study of Ethnic Chinese Women Leaders in the UK
Ivy X. Sheng and Laura Galloway
Chapter 11. Dark Leadership: Understanding the Shadows of Authority
Nawaf AlGhanem
Chapter 12. Driving Frugal Innovation: The Impact of Entrepreneurial Leadership
Fida Ahmed and Christian Harrison
Biography
Christian Harrison is Professor of Leadership and Enterprise in the University of Greater Manchester, Bolton, Greater Manchester, the UK. He is Director of the Centre for Leadership and Empowerment in Greater Manchester. Christian is a well-known and recognised scholar in the field of leadership and provides regular expert media commentary on Scottish Television News (STV), Scotland Tonight, the Herald, the Conversation, Sunday Post, and the Guardian Nigeria. He is also the author of numerous published research papers on leadership which is his major research interest and serves as the Director of Studies of several doctoral students. He has successfully supervised several doctoral students to completion, and his current students are working on projects on authentic leadership, entrepreneurial leadership, etc.
“This volume stands out for weaving essential, diverse perspectives with much-needed richness and depth. It equips leaders to navigate complex and uncertain environments while offering practical lessons that span private sectors, social enterprises, entrepreneurship and political leadership. As a fellow leader, I find its insights to be an invaluable resource for aspiring and seasoned leaders.” Dr Yekemi Otaru FCMI CMgr, Chancellor, University of the West of Scotland, UK
“This remarkable book addresses both enduring questions and emerging challenges of leadership and leadership development. It consolidates existing scholarship and introduces novel, boundary-crossing perspectives. Each chapter skilfully integrates theory, research and real-world application, making it an indispensable resource for scholars, students and practitioners alike as they navigate the complexities of this contested field.” Professor Stefanie Reissner, Professor of Organization Studies and Director of Research, Durham University, UK
“Leadership and Leadership Development: A Comprehensive Review, edited by Professor Christian Harrison, is a landmark text that bridges theory, research, and practice. It challenges conventional thinking while offering fresh insights into the future of leadership in a complex global context. A must-read for scholars, practitioners, and students committed to shaping the next generation of leadership.” Professor Gloria Abiodun Ayoola, Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lagos, Nigeria
