New Leadership

1. Peter Drucker: The purpose of leadership: Peter Drucker, often referred to as the father of modern management, emphasised the importance of effectiveness and efficiency in leadership. He coined the concept that ‘management is about doing things right; leadership is about doing the right things’ (Drucker, 1990). For entrepreneurs, this means that they must not only strive for operational excellence, but also have a clear vision that drives them and their teams forward

2. Sahil Lavingia: Agility and autonomy: Sahil Lavingia, founder of Gumroad and advocate of a minimalist corporate approach, shows that modern leadership can also mean minimising structures and maximising autonomy. In his book, he describes how he has built a more resilient and agile company by decentralising decision-making powers and creating a culture of autonomy. For entrepreneurs, the lesson is clear: flexibility and empowerment are key to sustainable growth.

3. Prof. Dr. Tania Singer: Emotionally Intelligent Leadership: Prof Dr Tania Singer, a leading expert on emotional intelligence, argues that the true core of effective leadership lies in the ability to be empathetic and use emotional intelligence to create a positive working environment. This fosters creativity and innovation. For entrepreneurs, this means that they must learn to understand and manage the emotions of their teams in order to lead their organisations through the complex challenges of today's business world.