Influences On Leadership In A Globalised World PDF Download

Within the past few decades globalization and technological advances, such as the internet, social media, cell phones, and so on, have dramatically changed the dynamics on what constitutes effective leadership in foreign countries. Of the many elements that are foundational in effective leadership, such as trust, values, communication, integrity, honesty, skills, education, and so many others, having an in-depth understanding of culture is amongst the leading and arguably the most important element for effective, home country, domestic, leaders when leading in foreign countries. All of the Leadership elements discussed above are required of all leadership approaches and styles. However, the foundation of each of these elements differ based on cultural differences; since trust, values, communication, integrity, honesty, education, and so many other elements are directly influenced by culture. Further, our upbringing and life's experiences differ depending on our culture and many other variables; related to cultures. Additionally, as the world becomes more and more independent and interrelated, it has become the norm for a leader of one country to lead followers from another country, or many countries. Therefore, the need to understand how to transform an effective leader to an effective global leader is now more important than ever before. The researcher argues that leaders and followers must develop a mutual trust, and mutual respect. Further, mutual trust and respect require effective communication. And communication differs from culture to culture. Equally important, is the approach to conflict management differs from culture to culture. Additionally, integrity and honesty is viewed differently in different cultures. To this end, this research highlights the elements required to transform an effective domestic leader to an effective global leader. It further posits, that cross-cultural, and country-specific cultural training is required prior to any international assignment. The research further demonstrates, from actual surveys, and overall empirical data, how many different leaders have been unprepared when accepting a foreign assignment. Moreover, the study demonstrates the leadership qualities that are preferred in different cultural regions of the world.