Date of Award
Spring 2026
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
Organizational Leadership
First Advisor
Dr. Debra J. Dean
Second Advisor
Dr. Joshua Henson
Third Advisor
Dr. Emile Hawkins
Abstract
Neuroleadership is an emerging field that seeks to connect neural mechanisms, psychological processes, and leadership behaviors within organizational contexts. Despite continued scholarly interest, the literature remains conceptually fragmented and lacks a coherent framework for organizing its recurring themes and constructs. The purpose of this study was to develop a conceptual framework for neuroleadership through a quantitative analysis of records retrieved from the PsycINFO database and interpreted through qualitative synthesis. The findings revealed recurring themes related to core leadership processes, applied contexts, and associated outcomes while also indicating thematic convergence without full conceptual integration across the field. These patterns were organized into a three-layer model comprising core conceptual domains, contextual influences, and adaptive outcomes associated with neuroleadership. This study contributes to the literature by offering a more coherent structure for interpreting neuroleadership as an emerging field of research.
Recommended Citation
Wood, B. G. (2026). Toward A Neuroleadership Framework. [Doctoral dissertation, Southeastern University]. FireScholars. https://firescholars.seu.edu/org-lead/69