Modeling the Leadership of Imam Khamenei in Controlling the Conspiracy of 2009

This research is aimed at modeling the leadership of Imam Khamenei in controlling the conspiracy of 2009. Based on the speeches of the Supreme Leader, this research employs fundamental conceptualization method. The Supreme Leader’s Model in controlling the conspiracy of 2009 refers to his performance of in the direction of maintaining the Islamic state and reducing the damages of society by the attracting and guiding people with whom the leader interacts in the execution of religious missions and duties for the development of the society. How to behave with the addressees in performing the duties is also influenced by the type of leadership. Hence, the interactive model of leadership with the addressed groups are investigated in this research. To design the model, 65 speeches of Imam Khamenei regarding the conspiracy of 2009, from September 2008 to February 2010 were thoroughly reviewed in the open coding phase. 1594 themes were extracted from them. These themes were grouped into 246 concepts from which 18 sub-categories and 15 main categories were identified. At the axial coding stage, the category of interaction with actors was selected as the axial category. At the stage of selective coding, each of the behavioral patterns with the addressed groups was clearly explained so that the behavior of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution with each addressee could be clarified. In the leadership of Imam Khamenei, performance of the duties is based on the aim of satisfying Allah. Thoughtful and smart behavior is observed in accordance with each special addressee and subject. The Supreme Leader’s religious characteristic is also considered in this model. Indeed, it is because of this feature that the Supreme Leader is motivated and directed to an excellent morality and behavior. It is by following this type of behavioral pattern that victory and success, as well as satisfaction of God, can be obtained from the fulfillment of duties. Finally, some suggestions are presented for researchers, academic centers, and officials.