Should leaders “keep the flowers blooming” or just “keep the cogwheels greased?” Estonian soldiers’ perceptions of the role of a military leader

Ülle Säälik, Tiia-Triin Truusa and Artur Meerits

Journal of Baltic Studies, 2024, vol. 55, issue 4, 707-728

Abstract: Using qualitative content analysis, this article focuses on the question of how conscripts in the Estonian Defense Forces perceive a good military leader. We found that interpersonal competency was the most desirable trait, followed by leadership competency, highlighting the value placed on human-centered approaches rather management skills, at least in training situations. The article concludes that the younger generation needs reasoning and individual consideration above all, and value the balance between a demanding and tolerant attitude, which creates a natural followership for leaders.

Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1080/01629778.2024.2306901

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