Orchestrating Followership: A Comprehensive Analysis of Follower Typologies and Organizational Dynamics

Azlyn Ahmad Zawawi, Norsyazwani Ab Halim, Nur Zafifa Kamarunzaman, Nurazah Mohd Badruddin and Ira Patriani
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Azlyn Ahmad Zawawi: Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Kedah, Kampus Sungai Petani, 08400, Merbok, Kedah, Malaysia,
Norsyazwani Ab Halim: Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Kedah, Kampus Sungai Petani, 08400, Merbok, Kedah, Malaysia,
Nur Zafifa Kamarunzaman: Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Negeri Sembilan, Kampus Seremban, 70300 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, Prasarana Group, Menara UOA Bangsar, Jalan Bangsar Utama 1, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,
Nurazah Mohd Badruddin: Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, West Kalimantan, 78115, Indonesia
Ira Patriani: Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Tanjungpura, Pontianak, West Kalimantan, 78115, Indonesia

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2024, vol. 8, issue 10, 1295-1304

Abstract: This review examines the pivotal role of followership in organizational success, focusing on prominent typologies such as Kelley’s follower types and Chaleff’s concept of courageous followership. These models provide a foundational understanding of how followers influence leadership effectiveness and team dynamics. Kelley’s framework categorizes followers based on their independent thinking and engagement levels, while Chaleff’s model emphasizes the active role followers play in both supporting and challenging leaders. By analysing various follower behaviours, this review highlights the reciprocal relationship between leaders and followers, where each contributes to the other’s success. In addition to synthesizing key typologies, the review identifies gaps in the literature, particularly in understanding the fluid transitions between follower types and how organizational culture impacts follower behaviour. It also addresses the evolving role of followership in modern organizations, influenced by changes in workplace dynamics, technology, and leadership practices. The insights presented call for further research to explore these emerging complexities, expanding the understanding of followership beyond traditional frameworks.

Date: 2024
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