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Economists' perspectives on leadership

Year: 2008

Type: article

Abstract: What is leadership to an economist? This article provides an overview of formal models of leadership in economics. After briefly reviewing the role of formal control rights and the delegation of authority, the article puts in perspective economic models that capture several key functional aspects of leadership. The article also outlines a conceptual framework that includes five key elements of leadership: vision, communication, execution, integrity, and empowering others.

DOI: 10.7916/d8kk9jbp

Authors: Bolton, Patrick, Brunnermeier, Markus K., Veldkamp, Laura

Language: English

Topic: Leadership and Management in Organizations

Subfield: Strategy and Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W1603808171

FWCI: 3.686

Cites: 14

Cited by: 33

Related to: 10