Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present the concept of smart leadership and outline how to excel as a leader. Design/methodology/approach – The paper highlights some of the challenges encountered by global leaders, to enable others to profit from their experience. Findings –...

Purpose – This paper aims to present a blueprint for HR leaders to excel as chief executives. Design/methodology/approach – The paper highlights some of the challenges that HR leaders encounter in their quest to succeed as a chief executive. Findings – The paper emphasizes the need to...

Purpose – Equips leaders with tools and techniques to lead change effectively. Design/methodology/approach – Explains various aspects of change leadership, including the characteristics of change leaders, and outlines a blueprint to effect change successfully. Findings – Argues that change...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore a new leadership style – “soft leadership” – which is needed in a interconnected, global, and technocratic world. Design/methodology/approach – This paper is a combination of research into a new leadership style with a question and...