Larry Parker II ^{1 *}

AM J QUALITATIVE RES, Volume 10, Issue 2, pp. 213-234

https://doi.org/10.29333/ajqr/18014

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This literature review explores the relationship between current trends in higher education leadership practices and servant leadership, with a specific focus on small, private colleges in upstate New York. The review confirms three areas of challenge for current leaders and the higher education industry. These challenges consist of a lack of longevity, insufficient diversity, and resistance to change, each signaling the need for a servant leadership approach. Through an examination of historical leadership frameworks, modern leadership practices, and emerging challenges, the review identifies servant leadership as a model that fosters organizational well-being, enhances employee satisfaction, and improves organizational performance. Key constructs such as bureaucracy and hierarchical structures are analyzed to highlight barriers that hinder the adoption of servant leadership within higher education institutions. Additionally, the review synthesizes findings from related studies to underscore the positive organizational outcomes associated with servant leadership, including improved innovation, engagement, and institutional performance. Anticipated themes such as the lack of professional development, the importance of employee satisfaction, and the persistence of traditional leadership models are explored to inform future research. Overall, the review substantiates the relevance of servant leadership and calls for its broader implementation to meet the evolving needs of higher education institutions.

Keywords: Servant leadership, small private college, job satisfaction, employee well-being, leadership development, human capital

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