What is it about?
This paper describes the data collection and analysis processes used in a qualitative study. Data were collected via interviews with 22 participants. The analysis included database design and management, interview and cross-interview analyses, and researcher's reflections integration. The paper offers practical tools for the studying of leadership and other complex phenomena.
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Why is it important?
The paper shows that using different methods of data collection and analysis leads to a better understanding and integration of various perspectives on a phenomenon.
Perspectives
Qualitative research may seem overwhelming to those new to the field. That was the case for me as a doctoral student. This paper provides a detailed description of the steps that I took to collect and analyze data in a leadership study. I include examples and visuals to help with following the process. I hope that you find this paper useful as you engage in qualitative research.
Cristina Eftenaru
Simon Fraser University
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This page is a summary of: Studying leadership: an eclectic approach to qualitative data collection and analysis, Qualitative Research Journal, October 2022, Emerald,
DOI: 10.1108/qrj-08-2022-0119.
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