Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of leadership in business growth and productivity. Design/methodology/approach – It does this through reference to coaching activity, drawing on practical, real life experience. The productivity source is quarterly reports from the...

Purpose – This paper aims to look at the leadership lessons which can be learnt from Scottish soccer coach, Alex Ferguson. Design/methodology/approach – The paper examines the characteristics and methods of Alex Ferguson's leadership style and how managers in business can apply the wider...