THE ROLE OF CARING LEADERSHIP IN ENHANCING STRATEGIC HORIZON: AN ANALYTICAL STUDY OF THE OPINIONS OF A RANDOM SAMPLE OF EMPLOYEES IN AL-KAFEEL HOSPITAL

Abstract

The role of caring leadership in developing the strategic horizon: A field study on a random sample of the staff of Al-Kafeel Hospital in Iraq Caring leadership means a leadership style that emphasizes empathy, well-being, and mutual respect in the workplace. The study uses a descriptive analytical method to evaluate the role of this leadership style in long-term vision, alignment of employees with the institutional goals, and strategic foresight of hospitals.

A structured questionnaire was administered randomly to administrative and clinical staff to collect data. This sample consisted of a variety of employees in various departments. Statistical data were then used to investigate the relationship between leadership behavior and strategic thinking measures such as flexibility, creating strategic vision, and prompting initiatives level, among others.

Results reveal a significant association between caring leadership practices and strategic horizon of employees (N = 221). Leaders who displayed caring behaviors were rated by their respondents as displaying greater strategic foresight, future-mindedness, and alignment with hospital goals. This data underscores the value of emotional intelligence and trust in leadership, especially in high-pressure situations such as healthcare.

The findings add to the literature on health care leadership by providing an explanation of how personal leadership characteristics may influence strategic results. To promote a culture of anticipatory, long-term strategic planning, the model recommends that hospital administration integrate caring leadership principles into leadership development programs.