SELF-LEADERSHIP SIMILARITIES AND DISSIMILARITIES OF LIFE AND CONDUCT, SUCCESS AND FAILURE, OF WINSTON LEONARD SPENCER CHURCHILL AND NELSON MANDELA
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of the study was to examine the self-leadership similarities and dissimilarities of Winston Churchill and Nelson Mandela, and to highlight the significance of cultivating self-leadership in shaping effective ethical, team, authentic, and transformative leadership during critical times.
Research Methodology: The study used a qualitative approach. The data was collected through a review of historical documents, biographies and speeches by Churchill and Mandela. The data was analyzed using thematic analysis.
Findings: The findings of the study showed that Churchill and Mandela shared a number of self-leadership qualities, including: A strong sense of purpose and vision. The ability to stay focused and motivated in the face of adversity. The ability to inspire and motivate others. The ability to take risks and make difficult decisions. However, the two leaders also had some key differences in their self-leadership styles. Churchill was more of a traditional leader, who was comfortable exercising authority and making unilateral decisions. Mandela, on the other hand, was more of a transformational leader, who was skilled at building consensus and empowering others.
Conclusion: The findings of the study suggest that self-leadership is an important quality for leaders who want to be effective in times of crisis. Leaders who are able to stay focused, motivated, and inspiring in the face of adversity are more likely to be successful in leading their organizations through difficult times.
Recommendations: Based on the findings of the study, self-leadership is an important quality for leaders who want to be effective in times of crisis. The study suggest that leaders should develop their self-leadership skills, surround themselves with positive people, and be willing to take risks and make difficult decisions.
Keywords: Self-Leadership, Similarities, Dissimilarities, Life and Conduct, Success and Failure
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