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Reflexive Leadership
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Reflexive Leadership

Organising in an Imperfect World

SAGE Publications, 2017 Mehr


Editorial Rating

7

Qualities

  • Innovative
  • Bold
  • For Experts

Recommendation

Lund University’s Mats Alvesson, Martin Blom and Stefan Sveningsson offer a different take on leadership. Their leadership theory proposes that organizations don’t always need leaders. The authors base their recommendations on empirical studies, their original research and the concept of “reflexivity” in modern leadership. Though they can be pedantic, they are writing for an audience of leadership academics and industry consultants first and corporate executives second. Still, their call for thoughtfulness and reflection can help leaders in all settings think more deeply about their roles.

Take-Aways

  • Quality leadership is crucial for many organizations, but leaders must actively reflect on their work.
  • Traditional leadership offers many benefits, such as inspiring employees, raising morale and spurring greater competence.
  • Despite its advantages, leadership is no panacea. Sometimes, leadership isn’t necessary.

About the Authors

Mats Alvesson, PhD, teaches at Lund University, the University of Queensland and Cass Business School and has published about 30 books on reflexive methods and related topics. Martin Blom, PhD, teaches strategic management at Lund, where Stefan Sveningsson, PhD, teaches business administration.


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