Article: Body Possibilities in Leadership

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Bodies and physical performances play a central but often unacknowledged role in leadership. Our size, stature and physical presence establishes credentials and authority but leaders can also use their openness, their willingness to ‘show up’ and listen to followers ‘on the ground’ to connect with and empower communities. Amanda draws on several Australian examples to show how bodies can bring new possibilities to leadership.

Article Authors: Amanda Sinclair

Article Title: Body Possibilities in Leadership

Journal Titles:

  • Leadership, Volume 1, Number 4

  • Handbook of Leadership (Bryman et al.)

First Published: 1st November 2005

Publisher: Sage Journals

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