The Influence of USAF Intelligence Squadron Commander Servant Leaders on Followers

This qualitative phenomenological research study examined the influences of servant leadership characteristics exhibited by USAF intelligence squadron commanders on USAF intelligence E-8 Senior Master Sergeants (SMSgts). The results of the study highlighted the positive influences of servant leadership to include creating a culture where followers feel like a community, creating strong trust between leaders and followers, and increased team cohesion. The aim of the study was to provide scholarly research for use in professional military education (PME) programs, and by senior leaders who direct professional development discussions related to servant leadership at the squadron level. Keywords: servant leadership, people first, care, trust, commander, community, development

Grantor dc:publisher

Creighton University

Year dc:date.issued

2021

Author dc:creator

• Kelley, William Wickliffe II

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Koonce, Rob

Statement dc:rights

• Copyright is retained by the Author. A non-exclusive distribution right is granted to Creighton University and to ProQuest following the publishing model selected above.

Language dc:language.iso

en_US

Handle dc:identifier.uri

http://hdl.handle.net/10504/134395

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:cdr.creighton.edu:10504/134395