The Meaning of Leadership in the Future
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2024-08-13
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As humankind enters an era of rapid technological advancements, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into daily life becomes inevitable. This research examines the evolving relationship between AI and human leadership, redefining traditional concepts. To explore this relationship, frameworks such as the Follower Theory of Leadership and established leadership definitions are employed. A qualitative approach, utilizing thematic content analysis of science fiction novels, serves as the methodological foundation. By analyzing “Stolen Earth”, “Ancillary Justice”, and “Leviathan Wakes”, the study extracts passages from these books to portray AI as potential leaders with autonomy, emotional intelligence, and moral reasoning, rather than mere technological tools. The findings suggest that future leadership will involve navigating complex human-AI relationships, fostering trust, managing dependencies, and addressing ethical considerations. Moreover, the study emphasizes the need to adapt leadership theories and organizational practices to the growing influence of AI. By integrating insights from science fiction literature with theoretical discussions in leadership and organizational behavior, this research offers practical implications for organizations integrating AI into their structures. It also highlights the value of science fiction as a tool for exploring the impact of AI on leadership dynamics and suggests directions for further research in this emerging field.
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Faculteit der Managementwetenschappen