ABSTRACT
This chapter helps the reader to understand the relationship between leadership and reflection, explains why this is important, and to highlight some of the implications for action. The individual leader used their influence to shape agenda and actions, to ensure that what they wanted was implemented, and to take the blame for failure. The word reflection is a representation of human consciousness. It refers to the process or faculty by which the mind has knowledge of itself and its workings. The task of critical reflection is to identify and question taken-for-granted beliefs and values, particularly those which have become unquestioned or majority positions. In terms of value added, this will improve the social dynamics in the company and extend the legitimacy of difference and dialogue within and across hierarchical levels. The evaluation of organizational processes where both success and failure can be potential outcomes was made easier in this more collective environment.
