Date of Completion
Spring 5-3-2025
Thesis Advisor(s)
Nell D'Auria
Honors Major
Finance
Disciplines
Finance and Financial Management | Leadership | Organizational Behavior and Theory
Abstract
Understanding what makes an effective leader remains a key point in the study of business leadership and company success. This paper offers a critical assessment of Ray Dalio's leadership at Bridgewater Associates, diving into both his strengths and shortcomings of his unconventional approach. Examining his leadership through established frameworks, Dalio’s success can be attributed to his clear vision-setting, culture of intellectual rigor, and rooted transparency. At the same time, it highlights points where his leadership style can be improved, especially in aspects such as employee recognition and the balance between high performance expectations and emotional intelligence.
Recommended Citation
Gomez Hernandez, Johan, "Assessing Leadership in Business: A Critical Investigation of Ray Dalio" (2025). Honors Scholar Theses. 1126.
https://digitalcommons.lib.uconn.edu/srhonors_theses/1126