A recent study (Bleedorn, 1985) added a persuasive argument for the development of creative potential if leadership is to function effectively in the near and distant future. The study is in the form of a doctoral dissertation for a major in Leadership and Human Behavior from the United States International University in San Diego. An analysis of the survey suggests that creativity is perceived by representative populations of society to be a top priority talent for leadership in the advancing global age.
Purpose of Study
The study was undertaken as the result of a disquieting impression that current global political, environmental, economic, social, and technological complexities call for a new variety of leadership for the earth. Further, there was a growing sense that if schooling is to prepare leadership and followership for future global tasks it is first necessary to predict the talents or qualities that would best accomplish those tasks. Andre Van Dam, editor of Olobal Futures Digest (1983) reminded readers that what is “urgently required leadership that takes us not only beyond our region, but also beyond our time.” Other readings from a variety of perspectives are echoing the same concern, and give an undeniable impetus to the purposes and design of the study.
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Tags: 80s, Changing Leadership