1. summary of the article
- difference between leader and leadership
- definitions of leadership
- different leadership concepts / paradigms
- difference between leadership and management
- leadership and leadership training – different ideas
2. Critical discussion
- Problem of leadership definitions
- Lack of illustrations
- Concepts of bureaucracy and adhocracy
- Problem of ‘leader’ and ‘follower’
- Leadership training
- A manager is not always a leader
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Summary of the article
- Difference between leader and leadership
- Definitions of leadership
- Different leadership concepts / paradigms
- Difference between leadership and management
- Leadership and leadership training - different ideas
- Critical discussion
- Problem of leadership definitions
- Lack of illustrations
- Concepts of bureaucracy and adhocracy
- Problem of ‘leader’ and 'follower'
- Leadership training
- A manager is not always a leader
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This article critically analyzes the definition and understanding of leadership, challenging the traditional "one man at the top" paradigm and exploring contemporary conceptualizations of leadership as a dynamic social process. It aims to shed light on the complexities of leadership training in the absence of a universally accepted definition of leadership.
- The evolution of leadership definitions and paradigms
- The distinction between leadership and management
- The limitations of traditional leadership training models
- The influence of ethical considerations on leadership
- Leadership as a dynamic and multifaceted social process
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The article commences by examining the historical evolution of leadership definitions, highlighting the limitations of the traditional feudal paradigm. It then distinguishes between the terms "leader" and "leadership," exploring the multifaceted nature of leadership as a process of interaction that transcends individual traits and behaviors. The author argues that leadership training often relies on outdated models, leading to difficulties in applying theory to real-world contexts.
The article further analyzes the relationship between leadership and management, emphasizing the distinction between leadership as a transformative process and management as a rational process focused on stability and control. It explores the complexity of the leadership process, highlighting its dynamic and relational nature. The author underscores the importance of ethical considerations in the conceptualization of leadership, acknowledging the role of subconscious factors in shaping ethical behavior.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The article focuses on critical analysis of leadership definitions, leadership training, and the evolving understanding of leadership as a dynamic social process. Key terms include: leadership paradigms, leadership concepts, management, leader, follower, ethical considerations, social psychology, and leadership training.
- Quote paper
- Maike Siedentopf (Author), 2005, Article: How can we train leaders if we don't know what leadership is?, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/37493
