Purpose – To examine the psychometric properties and construct validity of the general decision making style (GDMS) questionnaire in two UK samples. Design/methodology/approach – The GDMS takes the form of a self‐report questionnaire which identifies five decision making styles: rational,...

Effective organisational learning is critical in today’s turbulent business conditions, and for this to occur, an organisation requires an effective means of storing and transferring knowledge and learning between individuals and the organisation as a whole. Reviews two large disparate streams...

Purpose – The paper aims to explore Japanese followers' leadership preferences and consider the suitability of Bass and Avolio's full‐range leadership model in Japan. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative approach is used predominantly, including template analyses and several content...

Hubris risk -- Intoxication of power -- The toxic triangle -- Unbridled intuition -- Irrational exuberance -- Self-deception -- Lack of checks and balances -- Narcissistic tendencies -- Excess -- An ounce of prevention.