ABSTRACT

Crucible experiences are essential in the development of leaders. Crucibles refer to trials and challenges that test and mold the character, values and behavior of leaders. Through in-depth interviews with 32 public relations leaders, we examined how crucible experiences specifically shaped them to practice servant leadership. Through the narratives they constructed about these experiences, we were able to learn specific details about these experiences, the lessons they gleaned and how they shaped and transformed their character, virtues and leadership style. These insights matter, because public relations leaders have the potential to serve as ethical role models for their employees and colleagues.

摘要

坩埚经验对领导者的发展至关重要。坩埚指的是考验和塑造领导者性格、价值观和行为的考验和挑战。通过对 32 位公共关系领导者的深入访谈，我们研究了坩埚经历如何具体塑造了他们实践仆人式领导。通过他们对这些经历的叙述，我们能够了解这些经历的具体细节、他们收集到的教训以及他们如何塑造和改变他们的性格、美德和领导风格。这些见解很重要，因为公共关系领导者有可能成为员工和同事的道德榜样。