A Study of Leadership among of Different Games Players: Exploring the Role of Play in Leadership Development Processes

Abstract

In recent years, organizations have expended considerable effort and resources to develop and improve managers’ leadership skills Among in Players through various forms of play Games. The role of play in leadership development processes. Drawing on theories of leader and leadership development and theories of play, a conceptual framework, suggesting that play can contribute to different components of leader and leadership development processes (i.e., leadership identity, cognitive abilities, and behavioral skills). Furthermore, the role of creating safe play spaces in leadership development processes is highlighted. The discussion examines the implications and applications of play for leadership development processes, points to the dangers of misuse of play, and outlines directions for further empirical research.