**2. Methodology**

This chapter relied on integrative literature review method. It is based on existing literature, knowledge and research findings on leadership theories with the overall purpose of developing and reconceptualising integrative leadership approach [1]. Although the author targeted publications focusing on leadership in general, the inclusion criteria set to specifically select relevant material was that such material: (1) had to be written in English; (2) had to focus on leadership theories and literature. A search for literature from various electronic resources websites yielded a total of 62 publications, of which 26 were selected in line with the set criteria. To demonstrate applicability of integrated leadership theory, the chapter provides a case study of a welfare organisation where some suggestions are proposed on how it can effectively be applied. This case study was also based on integrative literature review.
