The Agile Leader: Conditions for Succeeding in China

Abstract

The present article takes a qualitative approach through interviews with Spanish managers to identify the challenges they face while leading small- and medium-sized companies (SMEs) in China. They share with us their experiences with the state bureaucracy, local employees and the market place. Based on these interviews, I developed a model of leadership named agile leadership. Developing the qualities of an agile leader is a critical success factor for the SME manager in China. This model is explained and some tips are given to develop the qualities of an agile leader.

Citation

Fernández, J.A. (2005), "The Agile Leader: Conditions for Succeeding in China", Mobley, W.H. and Weldon, E. (Ed.) Advances in Global Leadership (Advances in Global Leadership, Vol. 4), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 255-275. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1535-1203(06)04017-2