MANAGERIAL PASSION AS A DRIVER OF EFFECTIVE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17721/2616-9193.2025/22-8/14Keywords:
passionarity, public management, management activity, management decisions, manager.Abstract
B a c k g r o u n d . The phenomenon of managerial passionarity is studied as an emotionally colored motivational factor that has a significant impact on managerial behavior, decision-making and leadership effectiveness, which is especially relevant for the modern public management environment in the conditions of turbulence and challenges of wartime.
The purpose of the article is to substantiate the concept of managerial passionarity in the context of its impact on public management.
M e t h o d s . Formal-logical, terminological, socio-cultural, psychological analysis, a systems method, and an activity approach were used.
R e s u l t s . It is shown that managerial passionarity plays an important role in public management, but there is a lack of theoretical
understanding of the essence of this term. Based on fragmentary and disparate works, the nature of managerial passionarity is conceptualized, associated with the expressed identities of managerial roles (administrator, reformer, organizer). The mechanisms of experiencing entrepreneurial passion are identified, which ensure the coherence of goal-directed cognitions and behavior in the pursuit of managerial effectiveness.
Managerial passion is interpreted as an intense positive feeling that arises as a result of involvement in managerial activities associated with the manager's managerial identity.
Particular attention is paid to the connection between passion and such processes as creative expression of problems, perseverance and immersion in activity. The possible "reverse" effect is emphasized – a situation where excessive passion can limit the flexibility of thinking and adaptability. The theoretical model proposed by the author emphasizes that passion is not an innate trait, but is formed as a result of deep involvement in activities that are important for self-identification.
C o n c l u s i o n s . It is argued that the regulatory influence of managerial passion will allow managers to recognize new patterns of information, sensitively process stimuli, and use existing knowledge to find creative solutions in an environment of high uncertainty.
The results of the study expand the understanding of the emotional dimension of managerial activity, suggesting new approaches to the development of leadership qualities and emotional intelligence in public management activities that meet the expectations of a highly passionate Ukrainian society.
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