Examining The Prospects of Positive Leadership Within The Educational Landscape of Punjab Schools. A Qualitative Inquiry

Abstract

This qualitative research was conducted on successful school leaders in Punjab to understand their practices, perceptions, leadership styles, and personality traits. The main purpose of the research was to identify the challenges they face and how they deal with them using effective leadership strategies and skills. Using the purposive sampling, technique participants were selected on the base of their abilities and extraordinary performance. Semi-structured interviews were used as data gathering too to gain deep insights. Thematic analysis revealed that innovative, collaborative, and student-centered transformational leadership styles are crucial. Additionally, teacher empowerment, community engagement, effective use of technology, and focus on teacher well-being and resource management significantly contribute to positive and effective leadership. These findings highlight key strategies for fostering successful leadership in schools.