Journal of Business Management and Economic Studies
Volume No 2, Issue 2, 2017
© 2017, E-ISSN 2590-4299
Page | 52
Leadership Style in Transforming the Business Landscape
Noor Afza Amran
Universiti Utara Malaysia, Kedah, Malaysia
afza@uum.edu.my
Natrah Saad
Universiti Utara Malaysia, Kedah, Malaysia
natrah@uum.edu.my
Zarifah Abdullah
Universiti Utara Malaysia, Kedah, Malaysia
zarifah@uum.edu.my
Marhaiza Ibrahim
Universiti Utara Malaysia, Kedah, Malaysia
marhaiza@uum.edu.my
Abstract
This study focuses on the attributes of prominent Malaysian woman leader. Specifically,
this study attempts to understand how a woman business leader from the healthcare
industry has succeeded in her career, the attributes that have contributed to her
success, and her leadership style. An interview with the woman business leader was
conducted to gather the information. Results reveal that the attributes portrays by
participant is consistent with top qualities of great leaders, include being visionary, being
meticulous, being determined, having integrity, being passionate and being an eloquent
speaker. In addition, a participative leadership style has proven to be able to transform
the private healthcare landscape in Malaysia. The findings would add to the existing
literature on leadership attributes and styles of women business leaders, particularly in
the ASEAN region. Practically, the findings would be of importance to young
entrepreneurs who aspire to be industry leaders.
Key Words: Leadership style, Business, Woman, Great leaders.
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