This paper is an attempt to understand the effects of leaders on organizational performance. We argue for an "expert leader" model of leadership. We differentiate between four kinds of leaders according to their level of inherent knowledge and industry experience. After controlling for...

This paper uses a novel firm level data set to investigate the impact of a unique quality management practice on the production and productivity of a large-scale garments manufacturer in Pakistan. The analysis provides evidence that production complexity is an important element in determining...