Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-22-2016
Abstract
This research investigates developmental experiences of executive leaders that result in effective capabilities over time. We conduct a qualitative study by interviewing 31 C-Suite and Director/V.P.-level executives within four organizations in three distinct industries (Healthcare, Manufacturing, Professional Services). We compare outstanding and average leaders to compare and contrast developmental experiences to better understand the demonstrated competencies which enable and differentiate outstanding leaders. We use an emotional and social competency index (ESCI-U) to code for existing competencies as well as thematic analysis to discover new themes. Eight of the competencies from the ESCI-U and three new themes, Lifelong Learning, Environmental Aesthetic, and Duality of Awareness are identified as key differentiators of effective executive leaders. Our analysis suggests that this unique blend of competencies, themes, and behaviors enable leadership effectiveness within the healthcare, manufacturing and professional services industries.
Keywords
executives--training of, senior leadership teams, Weatherhead School of Management, competencies, senior leadership, healthcare leaders, manufacturing leaders, professional services leaders, executive leaders, effectiveness, ESCI, leadership development, leadership assessment, succession management, executive leadership development
Rights
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Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License
Department/Center
Design & Innovation
Recommended Citation
Nash, Jennifer A., "Developmental Factors Influencing Effective Leaders: A Lifestory View of Executive Leadership Development" (2016). Student Scholarship. 165.
https://commons.case.edu/studentworks/165