“Mirror of Princes” for Middle Managers: Role Models for Subordinate Managers

Pulay, Gyula Zoltán (2025) “Mirror of Princes” for Middle Managers: Role Models for Subordinate Managers. In: Ethical Leadership in Complex Times. Károli könyvek. Tanulmánykötet . Éditions L'Harmattan; L'Harmattan Kiadó; Károli Gáspár Református Egyetem, Paris, Budapest, pp. 145-160. ISBN 9782336540870; 9789636464202

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Abstract

The “mirror of princes” is a collective name for books that provide role models for rulers, which are deeply rooted in ethical and, in many cases, Christian values. This study attempts to describe a role model for middle managers based on the teachings of the New Testament, primarily on the requirements set forth in the first letter of the Apostle Paul to Timothy. Middle managers who follow this role model reject double talk. Both their superiors and subordinates trust them, knowing that they will protect them from illegal and professionally incorrect decisions. Their integrity is based on their stable value system and strong character. They are soft-hearted, believe in the usefulness of soft management tools, and can use them properly thanks to their high emotional intelligence. Middle managers must be like the gardener in Jesus’ parable who gives another chance even to the barren fig tree.

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