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Tough times are critical moments in a leader’s development path, resulting in either greatness or failure. Great leaders emerge whether difficulty stems from conditions or unpredictable changes in direction that challenges them to the limit. The COVID-19 period and the economic and social crisis, that followed are testing today’s leaders and managers in terms of balancing the needs of their organizations, employees and other stakeholders through a variety of innovative economic, social, academic and other type of strategies. During these tough periods leaders need to create a new vision and the trust, in order to transform their people’s fears into excitement. Though leadership is often used as a synonym with management, leadership actually represents the Art of motivating people towards achieving a common objective. To be an effective leader in business, you must develop traits that exceed management tasks.
Tough times call for the adaptability of leaders to delegate and authorize personnel in order to gain more motivation of employees, having compassion, self-control, new visions to inspire followers and a judicious use of power in order to try to develop consent for their ideas rather than forcing their ideas upon others. Participants of this mini-track are invited to present their papers regarding innovative leadership strategies, features and motivation, as well as other topics regarding the main subject Rethinking leadership in challenging times.
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Vanesa Teodorescu (Vargas) is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Business Administration (FABIZ), Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE), where she teaches courses in European Business Environment, Introduction to Business Administration, Business Negotiation, and Leadership. She also coordinates the Master’s program in Business Strategy and Leadership, driving academic excellence and student development through innovative curriculum design and collaborative learning.
As a researcher affiliated with the Institute for Economic Forecasting within the Romanian Academy, Vanesa focuses on topics at the intersection of leadership, strategic business environments, and digital transformation. Her passion for leadership and education is reflected in her active engagement with students and academic communities, where she champions the transformative power of education.
Vanesa holds a doctoral degree with research concentrated on personal data use in e-business and consumer protection. She graduated from the German section of the Faculty of Business Administration in Foreign Languages and holds also a Bachelor of Laws degree. Her professional background includes significant experience in academic coordination, research, and leadership training.
Dileta Jatautaitė
is an experienced academic and researcher with over 30 years of pedagogical and research expertise, including more than 20 years of service within military institutions. Their professional background encompasses business education, sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and higher education internationalization. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at Vilnius University Business School and Mykolas Romeris University, Dileta Jatautaitė is dedicated to shaping future business leaders and researchers through interdisciplinary teaching and innovative research.
For over two decades, Dileta Jatautaitė worked extensively in the military education sector, specializing in organizational management, leadership, and language training. In this capacity, they held prominent leadership roles, such as Head of the Department of Foreign Languages, where they spearheaded initiatives to enhance language education and training for military personnel. Their work focused on English for Specific Purposes (ESP), including Military English, Academic English, and Business English, equipping military professionals with advanced communication skills for multilingual and international settings. Participation in international military language initiatives, such as those organized by NATO and the Bureau for International Language Coordination (BILC), further developed their expertise in cross-cultural communication and global collaboration.
In the academic realm, Dileta Jatautaitė research interests include business sustainability, corporate ethics, entrepreneurship, and the globalization of higher education. Their work emphasizes the impact of international trends on educational systems and corporate governance. A prolific author, they have contributed numerous scientific articles, books, and reviews in these fields. Additionally, Dileta Jatautaitė has made significant contributions to language education, focusing on ESP, Business English, and Academic English, with particular attention to multilingualism, psycholinguistics, and the integration of digital learning tools in education.
Dileta Jatautaitė is an active participant in international conferences, forums, and scientific events worldwide, including engagements in the USA and NATO-related gatherings. They frequently present research on sustainability, entrepreneurship, and language acquisition for professional purposes, building a global network and fostering collaboration across academic, military, and business sectors.
Beyond teaching and research, Dileta Jatautaitė serves on the editorial boards of several high-impact scientific journals and acts as a peer reviewer, supporting the dissemination of high-quality research. Their involvement in international academic projects bridges research and industry applications, particularly in advancing sustainable business practices and global education strategies.
With a career spanning over 30 years, including more than two decades in military education, Dileta Jatautaitė remains committed to promoting interdisciplinary research, sustainable development, and international academic cooperation. Their mission is to inspire and empower future generations through research, teaching, and meaningful global collaboration.
