Leading for Organizational Impact: Navigating the Crossroads of Collaboration and Social Entrepreneurship

Abstract

This research paper explores the intersection of collaborative leadership and social entrepreneurship, aiming at comparing various leadership models and suggesting collaborative leadership as an effective approach for fostering sustainable and impactful social change. As the landscape of social entrepreneurship continues to evolve, understanding the role of leadership becomes crucial for organizational success and societal impact. The approach used for this research is the case study method. Through an in-depth analysis of existing literature and an analysis of five cases, this research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on collaborative leadership applied to social entrepreneurship. By advocating for a collaborative leadership approach and providing future research threads, this paper suggests that fostering a culture of partnerships and shared responsibility within an increasingly complex landscape is essential to future leadership modeling.