Building Leadership Resilience: A Unified Knowledge Management and Talent Development Model for Law Enforcement Agencies in Guyana
Abstract:
While previous research highlights the importance of good succession planning in public law enforcement agencies, this study proposes a more comprehensive approach that combines knowledge management (KM) and talent development (TD) into a single model for strong leadership. The article uses qualitative case study methods and evidence from senior law enforcement officials in Guyana to consider practical mechanisms for embedding corporate wisdom and developing leadership talent. It further demonstrates that changes in both system knowledge and talent development are crucial to developing leadership resilience and the organization's stability. The findings present practical implications for public sector organizations experiencing challenges in long-term leadership managementReferences:
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