TRAVERSING THE LEADERSHIP QUALITIES OF THE LOCAL GOVERNEMENT EXECUTIVES AND OFFICIALS

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GILBERT EUTAQUIO

Abstract

The focus of the article points on the three pillars that support good governance are an unshakeable moral basis, a commitment to openness in all dealings, and a code of conduct that emphasizes effectiveness in all actions. In this study, the descriptive approach was utilized to describe the socio-economic profiles of the executives of the Local Government Units as well as the leadership styles they employed. Interviews guided by a standardized survey questionnaire served as the medium for gathering the necessary information and data for analysis. According to the findings of the survey, these qualities include command responsibility, being easy to work with, being honest, having commitment and determination, and being able to make independent decisions. These are the characteristics that set an effective and efficient leader apart from other possible candidates for leadership positions. The characteristic of leadership that has the most impact on the choices voters make about candidates for public office. This suggests that the respondents are against graft and corruption being used in the process of providing the services to the customers.

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Constitutional Law
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GILBERT EUTAQUIO

GILBERT EUTAQUIO

Isabela State University, Echague Campus

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