PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to contribute to the understanding of responsible leadership.Design/methodology/approachThe author draws on a range of current literature and experiences to share views on the need for responsible leadership.FindingsThe need for a new narrative is outlined and the challenges described.Originality/valueThe paper inspires leaders to embrace a new narrative, a narrative that requires a different focus from leadership and a new understanding of what responsible leadership entails.
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