Values based leadership

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of the paper is to explore the power of values based leadership in connecting colleagues and clients to an organisation and in doing so creating sustainable business success.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper is based on a model of values based leadership and case study examples of where the model is being successfully used in organisations.

Findings

It was found that the organisations cited in the article who are using a values based approach such as Apple and Unilever create a connection with their organisations, that has a significant impact on organisational performance.

Originality/value

The paper uses a new model of values based leadership to demonstrate its impact on organisational performance. The different elements of the model are explored using current successful organisational case studies. It will therefore be of value to anyone using or considering a values based approach to developing an exciting and successful leadership culture.

Citation

Frost, J. (2014), "Values based leadership", Industrial and Commercial Training, Vol. 46 No. 3, pp. 124-129. https://doi.org/10.1108/ICT-10-2013-0073