Deanne den Hartog

Deanne den Hartog is a highly productive researcher who works at the interface of business studies, human resource management, leadership studies and organisational psychology. She chooses research topics that are high on the public agenda, such as the relationship between job satisfaction and performance, narcissistic leaders, and the importance of diversity in teams. Den Hartog approaches these topics from an interdisciplinary perspective and then incorporates her results into her teaching. Her work is notable for focusing in equal measure on both the positive and ‘dark’ influences of leadership in organisations. Her study of cross-cultural variation in leadership styles is considered a classic. Den Hartog is gaining prominence as a researcher, educator and speaker. For many, she serves as an inspiring role model.