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B Alimo-Metcalfe

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PubMed2001

How do directors of public health perceive leadership?

This study examines how directors of public health (DsPH) perceive effective leadership. Kelly's repertory grid technique is used. A total of 13 out of a possible 14 DsPH in one NHS region of England were interviewed. Qualitative and quantitative analysis were carried out. The findings show that male DsPH (n = 8) rate their leadership ability more highly than do female DsPH (n = 5). Qualitative analysis produced a number of categories of constructs, some of which are perceived to be indicative of effective leadership, these being "working for others", "personal attributes", "vision and innovation" and "courage and integrity" Some categories appear to be applicable only to the UK (or to public health) and not to the existing dominant US models of leadership. In general, DsPH perceptions of effective leadership converge with current theories; most specifically the UK-based theories. This study therefore refutes any simple extrapolation of US theories of leadership to UK health organisations.

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PubMed2001

Leadership development in UK companies at the beginning of the twenty-first century: lessons for the NHS?

States that the development of leadership in the NHS is currently high on the agenda of the Department of Health, the government and local health sector organisations. Reports the findings of a study of public and private sector organisations, exploring the development of their in-house leadership skills. Outlines the findings in depth and discusses the implications for health organisations.

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PubMed2000

Leadership. Heaven can wait.

A major survey of some 2,000 NHS managers revealed a clear profile of the leadership qualities seen as important. The most important characteristic emerged as concern for others, followed by the ability to communicate and inspire. The picture which emerges is of the leader as servant, rather than hero. Developing leaders along these lines will require support from the centre.

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