This article explores the intricate interplay between cultural paradigms and leadership styles within the context of transition to a multipolar world. Drawing on frameworks such as Hofstede’s cultural dimensions and Deleuze and Guattari’s Oedipal–rhizomatic archetypes, the study investigates how cultural values shape leadership behaviours and organizational dynamics in Western and Asian perspectives. Through a comparative analysis, the study examines contrasting leadership approaches and their implications for organizational performance, innovation and sustainability. Key findings highlight the importance of cultural sensitivity in leadership, emphasizing the need for leaders to adapt their strategies to diverse cultural landscapes while fostering inclusivity, collaboration and sustainability. Moreover, the study underscores the evolving nature of leadership in response to global challenges, advocating for a more integrative approach that combines traditional and contemporary leadership paradigms. The article concludes by emphasizing the significance of understanding cultural influences on leadership for building inclusive and adaptable organizations in today’s multipolar world.
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