Leadership, rhetoric, crisis management and mediation: The communicative dimension of the leader in the context of searching for the profile of the modern leader and the leader of the future

Abstract

The concept of leadership has been explored to a great extent but not sufficiently in all its dimensions. One of these dimensions, which emerges and stands out during the search for the profile of the modern leader and the leader of the future, is the dimension of communication. Knowledge and excellent handling of not just basic communication principles but of communication in a complex form (at all levels and in all circumstances) are necessary criteria for shaping the profile of an ideal leader. The purpose of this study is to highlight the communicative dimension of the leader. At the same time, the study analyzes different aspects of leadership, composes the profile of the modern leader and the leader of the future, defines and describes concepts equally important to leadership, such as rhetoric, crisis management and mediation and interconnects and relates these concepts to leadership. Regarding the methodology followed, the analysis is based on the literature review. The material included is from reputable English and Greek print and online sources. The findings of this study are useful and applicable in any communication context. In conclusion, the communicative dimension of the complex leader is undoubtedly of utmost importance for a correct, effective and successful leadership.
Keywords: Leadership, rhetoric, crisis management