Reference No: OB0200Pages: 18Published on: 24, January, 2007
Abstract: A commonplace issue in organizations is handling larger than life leaders. These leaders often have larger than life status in their field and the organization usually gets overwhelmed with the presence of such leaders. Sometimes narcissism in leaders potentially hurts the organization in the long run. This case highlights a ... More
Reference No: ADCLOD0006Pages: 11Published on: 4, August, 2025
Abstract: The case focuses on the multifaceted challenges faced by Dr Vinayak Sahukar, a newly promoted chief district medical officer at the Baranpur District Hospital, including navigating organisational politics, managing under-resourced operations, building a cohesive team and transitioning from a clinical to an administrative leadership role. Sahukar was a passionate surgeon; ... More
Reference No: OB0237TECPages: 10Published on: 22, July, 2021
Abstract: Leadership is the process of influencing an individual or a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. Knowledge workers usually have distinct goal orientations, values, need structures and behavioural patterns. Their tasks usually involve a high risk of failure and frequent disruptions, delays and setbacks. Based on research that ... More
Reference No: HRM0252Pages: 17Published on: 14, July, 2022
Abstract: Aravind Eye Care System (AECS) exploited economies of scale to offer affordable eye care for masses, with a mission to eliminate needless blindness. Over the years, AECS had built a strong organisational culture based on compassion and service. The organisation had made its first foray into large metro cities by ... More
