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To bridge abstract sociological theory with practical leadership realities and challenge traditional leadership models.

The Social Construction of Leadership

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Theoretical essay uncovers social dimensions of leadership in organizations, suggesting pathways for development.

To bridge abstract sociological theory with practical leadership realities and challenge traditional leadership models.
Theoretical exploration of leadership concepts based on Berger and Luckmann's sociology.
Integration of modern institutional theory to deconstruct leadership norms.
Development of the Stages of Leadership model to illustrate process of social construction.
Leadership is framed as a socially constructed reality rather than individual traits.
Proposes a framework that enhances leadership development beyond transactional approaches.
Challenges accountability perceptions, framing them as structural issues instead of personal failings.

Kelley et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Theoretical essay uncovers social dimensions of leadership in organizations, suggesting pathways for development.

To bridge abstract sociological theory with practical leadership realities and challenge traditional leadership models.
Theoretical exploration of leadership concepts based on Berger and Luckmann's sociology.
Integration of modern institutional theory to deconstruct leadership norms.
Development of the Stages of Leadership model to illustrate process of social construction.
Leadership is framed as a socially constructed reality rather than individual traits.
Proposes a framework that enhances leadership development beyond transactional approaches.
Challenges accountability perceptions, framing them as structural issues instead of personal failings.

Kelley et al. (2026) studied this question.

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