Shared Leadership in Dangerous Environments: Testing a Model for Military Teams Using Mixed Methods Research

The authors conceptually investigate the measurements and boundary conditions for shared leadership in teams. They propose the use of social network analysis (SNA) research designs, through the measure of both density and distribution of leadership, as a comprehensive measure of shared leadership. Additionally, this article presents a conceptual model of shared leadership and team performance, integrating dangerous context and social power distribution in teams as moderating variables. The model and propositions extend prior scholarly efforts and bridge theoretical gaps by integrating ideas and research approaches from the fields of management, leadership, psychology, and sociology. Limits and recommendations are discussed.