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Leadership on an industrial journey: An interview with Sir John Parker, Chairman of the National Grid

O'Regan, Nicholas; Maclean, Mairi

Authors

Mairi Maclean



Abstract

© 2008, © Emerald Group Publishing Limited. Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to interview Sir John Parker, Chairman of the National Grid. Design/methodology/approach – The paper takes the form of an interview. Findings – Sir John Parker shares his thoughts and advice on a range of topics, including leadership challenges, decision making and strategic direction. Originality/value – Provides valuable insights from one of the most influential directors in British business.

Citation

O'Regan, N., & Maclean, M. (2008). Leadership on an industrial journey: An interview with Sir John Parker, Chairman of the National Grid. Journal of Strategy and Management, 1(1), 111-117. https://doi.org/10.1108/17554250810909455

Journal Article Type Article
Publication Date Aug 22, 2008
Journal Journal of Strategy and Management
Print ISSN 1755-425X
Electronic ISSN 1755-4268
Publisher Emerald
Peer Reviewed Not Peer Reviewed
Volume 1
Issue 1
Pages 111-117
DOI https://doi.org/10.1108/17554250810909455
Keywords leadership, decision making, competitive strategy
Public URL https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/1020765
Publisher URL http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/17554250810909455