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Football As A Model Of Leadership And Managerial Strategy

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  • GUTA EDUARD LEONARD

    (UNIVERSITATEA CONSTANTIN BRANCUSI DIN TARGU JIU)

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Football is a complex framework in which leadership, strategic planning and resource management are manifested in a dynamic and immediately observable manner. Team organization, role clarity, coordination and the ability to adapt to changing situations reflect fundamental principles of modern management. The relationship between coach and players highlights the impact of leadership on collective performance, and the processes of selection, motivation and development highlight the importance of effective human resource management. At the same time, game strategies, opponent analysis, performance assessment and external pressure management provide relevant benchmarks for the business environment. The study highlights how key concepts from football can be adapted to the organizational context, contributing to the formation of coherent, resilient and result-oriented teams. Finally, the conclusions underline the role of football as a valuable source of inspiration for leadership and management in the contemporary world. Like football teams that form their identity through shared values, successful organizations are built on cohesion, discipline, and a shared purpose. At the same time, the integration of technology and data analytics, essential elements in modern football, highlights the extremely important role that information plays in optimizing managerial decision-making processes. Football is a valuable source of inspiration for leadership, strategy, and continuous improvement, offering a practical perspective on how sports mechanisms can support increased organizational effectiveness in the current context.

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  • Guta Eduard Leonard, 2026. "Football As A Model Of Leadership And Managerial Strategy," Annals - Economy Series, Constantin Brancusi University, Faculty of Economics, vol. 1, pages 290-294, February.
  • Handle: RePEc:cbu:jrnlec:y:2026:v:1:p:290-294
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