LEADERSHIP STARTS WITH SELF-LEADERSHIP
Abstract
Purpose of the study: The purpose is to explore self-leadership as the pillar for effective leadership practices comprehensively.
Methodology used: The study is a literature-based study which draws on existing research on self-leadership. The study reviews various sources, including academic journals, books, and articles.
Findings of the study: The study finds that self-leadership is complex and multifaceted. It includes a variety of skills and abilities, such as goal setting, self-monitoring, self-reinforcement, and self-efficacy. The study also finds that self-leadership is essential for effective leadership. Leaders who can effectively self-lead are more likely to be successful in their roles.
Conclusion: The study concludes that self-leadership is a valuable resource for leaders, researchers, and organisations. It is a key component of effective leadership and can help leaders achieve their goals and objectives.
Recommendations: The study recommends that leaders develop their self-leadership skills. They can do this by setting goals, monitoring their progress, reinforcing their successes, and believing in themselves. Organisations can also support self-leadership by providing training and resources to their employees.
Keywords: Self-Leadership, Leadership Practices, Theories, Concepts
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Arnold, J., & Schoonman, W. (2008). Maintaining and Enhancing Motivation as a Contribution to Organizational Effectiveness. In John Wiely & Sons, Ltd eBooks (pp. 159–180). https://doi.org/10.1002/9780470696736.ch7
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Banjeree. (2015). Building on the Concept of Leadership: An Individual-Focused Perspective. Journal of Leadership Education, 14(2). https://doi.org/10.12806/v14/i2/r1
Belasen, A. T. (2021). Leveraging Strengths to Maximize Resilience in Leadership. In Productivity Press eBooks (pp. 131–150). https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003190929-8
Browning, M. (2018). Self-leadership: Why it matters. International Journal of Business and Social Science, 9(2), 14-18.
Daud, Y. M. (2020). Self-leadership and its application to today’s leader-A review of literature. Strateg J Bus Change Manag, 8(1), 1-11.
Drucker, P. F. (2008). Managing Oneself. Harvard Business Press.
Fox, R. (2011). Reflection and Self-awareness. In Oxford University Press eBooks. https://doi.org/10.1093/oso/9780190616144.003.0010
Gavriel, J. (2005). Self-Directed Learner - the Three Pillar Model of Self-Directedness. In CRC Press eBooks. https://doi.org/10.1201/b20751
Godwin, J. L., Neck, C. P., & Houghton, J. D. (1999). The impact of thought self‐leadership on individual goal performance. Journal of Management Development, 18(2), 153–170. https://doi.org/10.1108/02621719910257738
Hauschildt, K., & Konradt, U. (2012). The effect of self-leadership on work role performance in teams. Leadership, 8(2), 145–168. https://doi.org/10.1177/1742715011429588
Holroyd, J., Brown, K. A., & Turner, A. P. (2015). What is Self-leadership? SAGE Publications, Inc. eBooks, 23–42. https://doi.org/10.4135/9781473917132.n2
Houghton, J. D., & Yoho, S. K. (2005). Toward a contingency model of leadership and psychological empowerment: when should self-leadership be encouraged? Journal of Leadership & Organizational Studies, 11(4), 65-83.
Kazanjian, R. K. (2017). Creativity, complexity, and organizational learning: Implications for leadership and governance. Handbook of Research on Leadership and Creativity, 40–58. https://doi.org/10.4337/9781784715465.00010
Kessler, E. H. (2013). Encyclopedia of Management Theory. SAGE Publications.
King, G., & Rothstein, M. G. (2010). Resilience and Leadership: The Self-Management of Failure. Self-Management and Leadership Development. https://doi.org/10.4337/9781849805551.00021
Krauter, J. (2022). A Team-Based Leadership Framework—The Interplay of Leadership Self-Efficacy, Power, Collaboration and Teamwork Processes Influencing Team Performance. Open Journal of Leadership, 11(02), 146–193. https://doi.org/10.4236/ojl.2022.112010
Kusdinar, D., & Haholongan, R. (2019). The Influence of Self Leadership on Innovative Behavior. https://doi.org/10.2991/aicmar-18.2019.22
Lefcourt, H. M. (2014). Locus of Control: Current Trends in Theory & Research. Psychology Press.
Lussier, R. N., & Achua, C. F. (2016). Leadership: Theory, application & skill development. Cengage Learning.
Maddux, J. E. (2009). Self-Efficacy: The Power of Believing You Can. The Oxford Handbook of Positive Psychology, 334–344. https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780195187243.013.0031
Manz, C. C. (1986). Self-leadership: Toward an expanded theory of self-influence processes in organizations. Academy of Management review, 11(3), 585-600.
Manz, C. C., & Sims, H. P. (2001). The new superleadership: Leading others to lead themselves. berrett-koehler publishers.
Manz, C.C. and Neck, C.P. (2004), Mastering Self-Leadership: Empowering Yourself for Personal Excellence, 3rd ed., Pearson Prentice-Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ.
Mutalib, M. A., Rafiki, A., & Razali, W. M. F. a. W. (2022). Definition of Concepts and Understanding of Leaders and Leadership. In Springer eBooks (pp. 17–31). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0908-5_2
Neck, C. P., & Houghton, J. D. (2006). Two decades of self-leadership theory and research: Past developments, present trends, and future possibilities. Journal of managerial psychology, 21(4), 270-295.
Neck, C. P., Stewart, G. L., & Manz, C. C. (1995). Thought Self-Leadership as a Framework for Enhancing the Performance of Performance Appraisers. The Journal of Applied Behavioral Science, 31(3), 278–302. https://doi.org/10.1177/0021886395313004
Neck, C.P., Manz, C.C., and Houghton, J.D. (2019). Self-Leadership: The Definitive Guide to Personal Excellence. SAGE Publications.
Northouse, P. G. (2019). Leadership: Theory and Practice. SAGE.
Osborne, C. (2022). Leadership. DK Publishing.
Padilla, A., Hogan, R., & Kaiser, R. B. (2007). The toxic triangle: Destructive leaders, susceptible followers, and conducive environments. Leadership Quarterly, 18(3), 176–194. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.leaqua.2007.03.001
Palmen, D. G., Derksen, J., & Kolthoff, E. (2020). High self-control may support ‘success’ in psychopathic leadership: Self-control versus impulsivity in psychopathic leadership. Aggression and Violent Behavior, 50, 101338. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.avb.2019.101338
Pearce, C. L., & Manz, C. C. (2005). The new silver bullets of leadership: The importance of self-and shared leadership in knowledge work.
Politis, J. D. (2006). Self‐leadership behavioural‐focused strategies and team performance. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 27(3), 203–216. https://doi.org/10.1108/01437730610657721
Self-Management and Personal Development. (2012). In SAGE Publications Ltd eBooks (pp. 1–10). https://doi.org/10.4135/9781446247150.n1
Showry, M., & Manasa, K. V. L. (2014). Self-Awareness-Key to Effective Leadership. IUP Journal of Soft Skills, 8(1).
Stewart, G. L., Courtright, S. H., & Manz, C. C. (2019). Self-Leadership: A Paradoxical Core of Organizational Behavior. Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior, 6(1), 47–67. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-orgpsych-012218-015130
Yun, S., Cox, J., & Sims Jr, H. P. (2006). The forgotten follower: a contingency model of leadership and follower self‐leadership. Journal of managerial psychology, 21(4), 374-388.
Published
2023-08-09
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Chemonges, A. K. (2023). LEADERSHIP STARTS WITH SELF-LEADERSHIP. African Journal of Emerging Issues, 5(9), 99 - 110. Retrieved from https://ajoeijournals.org/sys/index.php/ajoei/article/view/446
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