GOLDEN CIRCLE THEORY-INSPIRED LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN CLUSTER 7 CALAMBA CITY

This research examined the level of implementation of the Golden Circle Theory-inspired leadership of public elementary school heads and identified their relationship through its School Based Management practices within the Cluster 7 Division of Calamba City. Leaning Simon Sinek's Golden Circle theory, the study assessed the implementation level of this leadership style by school heads. Furthermore, the research employed quantitative design where survey questionnaires were distributed among school heads and teachers to gauge perspectives of purpose driven leadership and organizational effectiveness. The findings pointed to the significance of Golden Circle Theory-Inspired Leadership in promoting school effectiveness, and the enhancement of public elementary schools in Calamba City's Cluster 7 Division can emerge from the use of this kind of leadership. Implementing the Golden Circle theory's principles can result in a more mission-driven, engaged, and client-focused cultivating a culture of innovation, difference, and strategic alignment that supports sustainability and long-term success. A leadership action plan “GOLDENS” was proposed to enhance the indicators of the leadership theory implemented by the school heads. The action plan defined the project’s mission in preparation for school leaders to lead with intentionality, vision, and a clear sense of purpose that calls for self-awareness, goal-oriented, integrity, empathy, collaboration, adaptation, empowerment, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference in an organization. This research offered significant implications for theory and practice, providing scholars, practitioners, and stakeholders in organizations with insightful information. Organizations may develop a culture of purpose, resilience, and ethical responsibility by fostering purpose-driven leadership.