...Jayne Callum Purpose This paper seeks to extend previous research on the self‐concept and leadership to better understand how line managers can successfully influence their direct reports, aiding personal development. Design/methodology/approach A cross‐sectional, self‐report...

... Functional specialisation Line managers The survey was carried out in late Autumn 2004 by students on the University of Westminster's BA in Business and Management course. Each student asked two managers of their choice a series of questions, including ones about their entry into management...