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Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education

Derek J Ambrose Dr

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The Forgotten Leaders, Derek J. Ambrose Dr Jan 2012

The Forgotten Leaders, Derek J. Ambrose Dr

Derek J Ambrose Dr

The definition of leadership has been diverse and is yet to be defined or too agreed upon. The concept of whom and what a leader actually is, also remains just as elusive as ever. Many authors have tried to describe the ultimate leader, through a range of characteristic actions and behaviours, however, not one complete description has been universally accepted to date.


Adaptive Leadership, Fact Or Buzz Words?, Derek J. Ambrose Dr Jan 2011

Adaptive Leadership, Fact Or Buzz Words?, Derek J. Ambrose Dr

Derek J Ambrose Dr

Recently I came across several conversations where the colleagues were discussing the virtues of adaptive leadership. Initially I froze with fear on account of here we go again on another buzz phrase conjured up to sell meaningless outcomes, make someone wealthy, and again add confusion to the leadership debate.