First, based on fundamental theories of leadership, this study constructs a comprehensive analytical framework and clarifies the nature of related concepts, especially the unique meaning of time leadership relative to other leadership behaviors. Second, the study systematically reviews the influence of leadership time traits, as well as the influence and theoretical mechanism of time leadership behavior in detail. Finally, the study outlines future research directions to address existing limitations regarding conceptual ambiguity, the novelty of research perspectives, the hierarchy of action mechanisms, the variability of research contexts, and the diversity of research methods.