The Evolution of Leadership Theory
Abstract
Leadership is one of the most complex and multifaceted phenomena to which organisational and psychological research has been applied. An evolutionary developmental perspective is used to create an evolutionary tree of leadership theory and reveal the path along which it has evolved. Nine evolutionary eras are identified, and requirements for a tenth era of leadership theory are discussed. These eras provide a broad framework for researchers and practising managers to categorise existing, and evaluate future, theories.
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Citation
Van Seters, D.A. and Field, R.H.G. (1990), "The Evolution of Leadership Theory", Journal of Organizational Change Management, Vol. 3 No. 3, pp. 29-45. https://doi.org/10.1108/09534819010142139
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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