Jan G. Langhof

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Jan G. Langhof explores the intersection of leadership theory and artificial intelligence, with a particular focus on the evolution of servant-leadership in an age of automation. In his provocative 2022 work, *"Next Generation Leadership: The Rise of the Robot Servant-Leaders?"*, Langhof challenges conventional assumptions about human-machine relationships by examining the historical and philosophical roots of the robot as a selfless servant. Drawing on cultural narratives from Domaine to Mayor, he argues that our collective dream of a machine that frees humanity from labor has shaped not only technological development but also our expectations of robotic roles in society. While this paper has garnered 2 citations, its conceptual framework offers a fresh lens for scholars in leadership studies and AI ethics. Langhof’s work invites researchers to reconsider what it means to lead and serve when the leader may not be human—a timely contribution as intelligent systems increasingly assume roles once reserved for people. His research sits at the crossroads of organizational behavior, technology studies, and philosophy, making him a distinctive voice in discussions of future leadership paradigms.