Identifier
etd-11032004-070937
Degree
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
Human Resource Education and Workforce Development
Document Type
Dissertation
Abstract
This study identified the traits and behaviors of an effective developmental leader”-one whose primary focus is the development of the people and the organization he or she lead. The study determined the traits and behaviors of a leader who posses an effective developmental orientation towards people. The research incorporated both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Data was collected using both open ended questions and Likert-type scaled instruments. This data was analyzed using both statistical techniques and expert panels. The results of this study yielded six identified traits and seven identified behaviors of a developmental leader. A developmental leader was found to possess the following traits: analytical, assertive, cooperative, dedicated, personable, and practical. A developmental leader would also possess the following behaviors: advisor, charismatic, competitive, delegator, developer, focused, and supportive.
Date
2004
Document Availability at the Time of Submission
Release the entire work immediately for access worldwide.
Recommended Citation
Wilson, Michael Stanley, "Effective developmental leadership: a study of the traits and behaviors of a leader who develops both people and the organization" (2004). LSU Doctoral Dissertations. 3705.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_dissertations/3705
Committee Chair
Michael Burnett
DOI
10.31390/gradschool_dissertations.3705