Affiliation:
1. Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL, USA
Abstract
This study uses leadership theory, specifically leadership styles, to explore the leadership traits female Chief Communication Officers (CCOs) believe they exhibit. A qualitative, phenomenological design is used to conduct in-depth interviews with female CCOs for this exploration. This study found female CCOs believe they exhibit a combination of transactional (managerial) and transformational (relationship-building) leadership traits, as well as leadership traits that are not necessarily associated with either leadership style, such as being a constant learner and having humility. Additionally, these women identify these leadership traits as strengths or areas for improvement, emphasizing their desire to be effective leaders.
Subject
Marketing,Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management,Strategy and Management,Linguistics and Language,Communication