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Leadership is the art of leading others to achieve a result that wouldn’t have happened otherwise. A ship without captain is out of control. Therefore a good leader is essential within an organization. Leadership is not management or directing, it’s much more than that.

Leadership is the art of leading others to achieve a result that wouldn’t have happened otherwise. A ship without captain is out of control. Therefore a good leader is essential within an organization. Leadership is not management or directing, it’s much more than that.

Managers manage things like planning, measuring, monitoring, coordinating, problem solving, people management and so on. Leaders lead or guide people and leadership is the ability to inspire and influence others to achieve the organisational ambitions (mission, vision, core values and objectives). This article zooms in on explaining the difference.

Throughout the years different models have been developed on this topic. Various of gurus like John Kotter, Leonard Schlesinger, Simon Sinek and many more, conducted lots of scientific and empiral studies on leadership skills, styles and theories from a learning and developing point of view.

What are the most known skills and used models? What are their success stories and practical tips when you apply these? These posts / articles are all about great theories and methods that can help you to achieve your goal or understand certain aspects that come with being a leader.

Leader Member Exchange Theory (LMX)

August 15th, 2023

Leader Member Exchange Theory: this article provides a practical explanation of the Leader Member Exchange Theory (LMX). Next to what is the Leader-Member Exchange Theory highlights this article also the process, the classification of new group or team members…

Span of Control explained

August 6th, 2023

Span of Control: this article describes Span of Control in a practical way. The article contains a general definition of the Span of Control, followed by an explanation of the two dimensions of the concept. You will also find a…

Adaptive Leadership theory explained

July 29th, 2023

Adaptive Leadership: this article describes the Adaptive Leadership theory, developed by Ron Heifetz and Marty Linsky in a practical way. The article starts with a general theory of adaptive leadership and its origin, followed by the advantages of this leadership…

Participative Leadership Style

June 30th, 2023

Participative Leadership: this article provides a practical explanation of participative leadership. Next to what it is, this article also highlights the rise of this leadership style,the decision making and this leadership style in practice. After reading, you’ll understand the…

Autocratic Leadership style explained

June 27th, 2023

Autocratic Leadership: this article describes the Autocratic Leadership, also known as authoritarian leadership, in a practical way. This article contains a general definition , participation, the characteristics and benefits / disadvantages. After reading you will understand the definition and basics…

Authentic Leadership theory explained

June 27th, 2023

Authentic Leadership: this article describes Authentic Leadership in a practical way. The article contains the definition of this leadership style, followed by its characteristics and practical tips. You will also find information about the key skills which make it possible…

Group Dynamics explained

June 22nd, 2023

Group Dynamics: in this article, Group Dynamics is explained in a practical way. The article starts with a general definition of the term ‘Group Dynamics’, followed by a description of the various phases of development in groups. For each of…

Likert Management System

June 21st, 2023

Likert Management System: this article provides a practical explanation of the Likert Management System, developed by Rensis Likert. Next to what it is, this article also highlights the four leadership styles and the linking pins. After reading, you…

Ambidextrous Leadership explained

June 12th, 2023

Ambidextrous Leadership: this article provides a practical explanation of Ambidextrous Leadership. Next to what this leadership style is (meaning and definition), this article also highlights Organisational Ambidexterity, the role of innovation, the balance in Leadership Styles and thise leadership…

Personal Leadership philosophy

May 17th, 2023

Personal Leadership philosophy: in this article, you will learn about Personal Leadership philosophy. After reading this, you will understand why this concept is so important for co-creation, business, and others. Some say the Personal Leadership philosophy an innate skill,…
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