Philosophy & Beliefs

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Category: Purpose

Developing Emerging Leaders: An Organizational Approach is tied to a philosophy and series of beliefs that guided the identification of the components of the framework.

Philosophy

• Leaders are found throughout the organizations
• Leadership can be developed, but not simply taught.
• Leadership development can be enhanced by utilizing existing resources and supports.
• Leadership is adaptive, contextual and transitional

Beliefs

• Leadership exists at all levels of the organization.
• Leadership is not limited by age, seniority, experience or involvement in the sector.
• Leaders and leadership are developed more effectively in organizations with a learning culture.
• Organizations with a learning culture are more likely to attract people with leadership potential.
• Leadership can be developed in many ways.
• The development of emerging leaders is an investment in a healthy workforce for organization and for the sector.