Module Eight Benchmark Study

discuss the following areas:    The company that I choose is : Chewy E-commerce business Company   The organizational culture and the unique characteristics of the firm's work environment. Leadership and how the various concepts and leadership models discussed in the text are utilized in your firm's CEO and management team. The organizational design and structure of the firm. How the firm manages ethical issues, conflict, and managerial challenges. Whether the firm uses either or both the characteristics of transactional and transformational leaders. Your recommendations for the future of the company. How can key leaders of this firm improve in the next 2-3 years? Please do not make recommendations on products or services you want the firm to produce.  Rather focus on how the company's organizational climate, leadership, ethics, leadership development, and overall leadership environment should improve.  When discussing these concepts, be specific and use examples that detail how your…

01) Which of the following is not one of the four primary management functions? A) controlling B) planning C) staffing D) organizing E) leading 02) As a manager, one of Joe's duties is to present awards to outstanding employees within his department. Which Mintzberg managerial role is Joe acting in when he does this? A) leadership role B) liaison role C) monitor role D) figurehead role E) spokesperson role 5) Managers need to have three essential skills in order to reach their goals. What are these skills?      A) technical, decisional and interpersonal      B) technical, human, and conceptual      C) interpersonal, informational and decisional      D) conceptual, communication and networking      E) human, informational and communication 6) According to Luthans' research, successful managers, meaning those that were quickly promoted, spent more of their time on ____than on any other activity.      A) traditional management      B) human resource management      C) networking      D)…

Leadership Styles on Organization Change and Innovation – Identify how leadership styles affectan organization's ability to make successful strategic transformations while staying competitive in their respective industry. Research is to focus on academic articles published between 2012 and 2024.

Mangement  Effective management is crucial for the success of any organization, encompassing various tasks such as planning, organizing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve predetermined goals. Managers play a pivotal role in directing the efforts of individuals and teams, ensuring alignment with the organization's objectives. They must possess strong leadership skills to motivate and inspire their teams, as well as effective communication abilities to convey goals and expectations clearly. Additionally, managers need to adapt to dynamic environments, making strategic decisions and problem-solving as challenges arise. They are also responsible for fostering a positive work culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Overall, effective management is essential for driving productivity, achieving targets, and sustaining long-term growth. Question: How can managers effectively foster a culture of innovation within their teams?

Part of the leadership task in mobilizing organizational energy behind the drive for good strategy execution entails nurturing a results-oriented work climate, where performance standards are high and a spirit of achievement is pervasive. Discuss the leadership actions and responsibilities of strategic leadership that the CEO, Erik Venter at Comair could utilise to successfully lead the effort in strategy execution. A discussion on leadership actions and responsibilities that enables strategy execution

Part of the leadership task in mobilizing organizational energy behind the drive for good strategy execution entails nurturing a results-oriented work climate, where performance standards are high and a spirit of achievement is pervasive. Discuss the leadership actions and responsibilities of strategic leadership that the CEO, Erik Venter at Comair could utilise to successfully lead the effort in strategy execution.

Answer these ten multiple choice questions: Question 1 The three categories of Mintzberg's managerial roles are Select one: a.  interpersonal, informational, and decisional. b. planning, organizing, and leading c. entrepreneur, disturbance handler, and negotiator. d. monitor, disseminator, and spokesperson. Question 2 Which level of management is responsible for implementing the directives of senior executives? Select one: a. Tactical managers b. Strategic managers c. Day-to-day supervisors d. Operational managers Question 3 All of the following are characteristics of Weber's Theory of Bureaucracy except Select one: a. Rationality b. Environmental Analysis c. Officials d. Uniformity Question 4 All of the following are functions of management except Select one: a. Controlling b. Leading c. Financing d. Planning Question 5 Which of the following is not a role of management. Select one: a. Technical  b. Tactical c. Operational d.…

Innovation leadership plays a pivotal role in driving organizational growth and competitive advantage in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. This paper examines the dynamic relationship between leadership, creativity, and entrepreneurship, exploring how effective leadership practices can stimulate Innovation across various organizational contexts. Drawing on theoretical frameworks and empirical research, the paper identifies key characteristics and behaviors of innovation leaders, such as vision, risk-taking, and fostering a culture of experimentation. Furthermore, it delves into the importance of creating supportive environments that encourage collaboration, diversity of thought, and knowledge sharing to fuel Innovation. Through case studies and practical examples, this paper offers insights into how organizations can develop and empower innovation leaders at all levels to drive sustainable innovation and adapt to changing market demands.   Question:   What strategies can…

Present and discuss the impactof Leadership in Change Management.Area of focus:• Discuss the concept of Leadership during Change Management• Choose an organisation on which to research this subject area, and present theorganisation and the change needed / decided• Present the Leader(s) and their Leadership style• Discuss the challenges of the changes to be introduced and how they wereimplemented, using the theories taught• Discuss the impact of Leadership and the ability of the Leader to adapt,motivate, plan, decide and control the process• Present observations, conclusions and evidence-based recommendations  You can choose any company to research where you can obtain publicinformation about them.• Use a report format, rather than essay format.

In this case study, we delve into the intricacies of successful management within the context of a rapidly evolving business landscape. The focal point is the implementation of strategic management approaches to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities. The organization under scrutiny faced a series of market disruptions, technological advancements, and shifting consumer preferences, necessitating a proactive and adaptive management style.   The management team recognized the importance of fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. They implemented cross-functional collaboration, encouraging employees to contribute ideas and solutions irrespective of their departmental roles. This approach not only improved problem-solving but also boosted employee morale and engagement.   Moreover, the management team invested heavily in employee development programs, recognizing that a skilled and motivated workforce is key to sustainable success. Training initiatives,…

Byzia et al. (2001) identify four (4) business management styles in pursuing organisational goals. Explain these management styles with example of Top Glove organisation. minimum 100 words

From 6 elements of organization structure, show what issues was Aparigraha Yoga facing. What can be done better to scale AY and make sure that their triple bottom line values are aligned? Create a strategy, a recommendation plan using the rational decision-making model.

Bryson's 10 step strategy change cycle from the textbook (Chapter 2) and 8 managerial tips for organizational changes from the article by Fernandez & Rainey. With these in mind, please answer the below. (2) Explain what you think is the most critical step for an organization to successfully and strategically change (Be sure to have a direct textbook reference when answering this question).   Textbook and Article: Managing Successful Organizational Change in the Public Sector Author(s): Sergio Fernandez and Hal G. Rainey Source: Public Administration Review, Mar. - Apr., 2006, Vol. 66, No. 2 (Mar. - Apr., 2006), pp. 168-176                                                                                                                      Published by: Wiley on behalf of the American Society for Public Administration Stable URL: https://www.jstor.org/stable/3542671   Bryson, J. M. (2018). Strategic planning for public and nonprofit organizations: A guide to strengthening and…

Check the following stories and discuss the change of leadership in Netflix and its potential influences on the organizational culture or any of the stakeholders. References: At least two.   Netflix announced Thursday that its founder Reed Hastings is stepping down as co-CEO at the company and will serve as executive chairman. Hastings will be replaced by co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters. “Our board has been discussing succession planning for many years (even founders need to evolve!),” Hastings wrote in a blog post on Thursday. “As part of that process, we promoted Ted to co-CEO alongside me in July 2020, and Greg to Chief Operating Officer — and in the last 2½ years I’ve increasingly delegated the management of Netflix to them.” Hastings founded Netflix (NFLX) in 1997 and changed the way countless households watched movies and shows, first with its DVD-by-mail business and later with its streaming video service. Under Hastings’ leadership, Netflix disrupted legacy movie rental…

2. Distinguish between an organic organization and a mechanistic organization in terms of the four key building blocks of an organizational structure. Which organizational structure, organic Or mechanistic structure, is preferred in supporting cost-leadership strategy ? Explain your opinion.

discussTWO (2) practical initiatives that managers can adopt to boost the level of intrinsic motivation among their staff. Here are some tips that will help:1. Consider what is the existing best practice (if any) that you are trying to make better. This provides a contrast to help you highlight the strengths of your initiatives and what it improves.2. Use principles from theories to reason what needs improvement and why.3. Illustrate detailed examples of how these initiatives can be implemented in organizations.4. Discuss its practicality in terms of both feasibility and effectiveness.

Leading Organization Strategy and Change Capabilities”                                                                              Please begin by considering the content How to lead and manage change. How to establish a “hierarchy of strategic intent” that establishes direction for your organization. How to track your progress towards your “vision” using a metric system (e.g. Balanced Scorecard). The leadership strategies of various leaders; consider reflecting against how well you can execute the various strategies: Coach Herman Boone Shackelton Lincoln Hurricane Katrina public figures. how to use “benchmaking as a tool.         Self-assessment (what?) In your paper, think about the 5 items mentioned above. Where are you the strongest? Support your contention with some details that show you know the content For example: If you assess yourself against the Shackelton Strategies:   Are you “optimistic and realistic” concurrently? Do you keep the long-term vision in mind, while…

Leading Organization Strategy and Change Capabilities”                                                                              Please begin by considering the content How to lead and manage change. How to establish a “hierarchy of strategic intent” that establishes direction for your organization. How to track your progress towards your “vision” using a metric system (e.g. Balanced Scorecard). The leadership strategies of various leaders; consider reflecting against how well you can execute the various strategies: Coach Herman Boone Shackelton Lincoln Hurricane Katrina public figures. how to use “benchmaking as a tool.         Self-assessment (what?) In your paper, think about the 5 items mentioned above. Where are you the strongest? Support your contention with some details that show you know the content For example: If you assess yourself against the Shackelton Strategies:   Are you “optimistic and realistic” concurrently? Do you keep the long-term vision in mind, while…

Compare the experiences of the two employees (José and Paula). Which boss would you rather work for?  determine which leadership styles are exemplified in the two scenarios. Which ones should have been used? What steps could Paula have taken to develop a higher-quality LMX relationship or “manage her boss” more effectively?  What were the outcomes for each employee and company in these two scenarios? why is it important for organizations to have effective leaders?

In Accommodation and Food and Beverage Mnagement 1. Analysis of Current Management Strategies  Choose a hospitality business (e.g., hotel, restaurant) and conduct an in-depth analysis of its current management strategies. Evaluate the effectiveness of their current management efforts inachieving business objectives. Identify any strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, or threats in theircurrent management approach.2. Development of Management Plan Based on your analysis, develop a comprehensive management plan forthe chosen hospitality business. Clearly outline the goals, target audience, positioning, and managementtactics to be employed. Include a detailed timeline and budget for implementing themanagement plan.  Justify your choices by explaining how they align with the businessobjectives and address the identified strengths, weaknesses,opportunities, or threats.3. Creativity and Innovation in Management Approach  Demonstrate creativity and innovation in your proposed…

1. What three (3) personal values should a manager possess to improve the organization's success in achieving/fulfilling its primary purpose? 2. Assumptions are used by management methods such as the Logical Framework Approach (LFA), Cost-Benefit Analysis, and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis to provide inputs for managerial decisions and actions. What is the logic of employing an assumption in coming up with or creating inputs for management decisions and actions, given that it is not guaranteed to hold? Is there any way to avoid making assumptions?

Rozana is promoted from a non-management to a management position. What changes inmanagement functions and skills occur as she now performs the role of a manager? Whatsimilarities do you see among the four management functions of planning, organising, leading and controlling when she was a non-manager and now that she is? Discuss in detail.Do you think these functions are inter-related: that is, does a manager who performs well in one function likely to perform well in others? Discuss and support your answer with relevant examples.

Graduates of the Organizational Leadership degree are expected to demonstrate the ability to develop strategies for personal, professional, and organizational success. Using specific terms related to concepts studies across the degree program, explain how you will implement the specific skills leaders must master to ensure personal, professional and organizational success (use complete sentences and terminology to demonstrate your understanding of the concepts and factors related to developing, implementing, and evaluating an effective strategy to achieve your career or other life goals).  Be concise and specific. This question will evaluate your senior-level understanding of strategic planning and all related elements of this conceptual leadership skill.

TERM PROJECT UNITED BISCUITS: GETTING GOOD PEOPLE AND KEEPING THEM1. What type of leadership style is Mr. Eric Nicoli using? Explain. Refer to chapter 8. 2. Regarding the three categories of needs that Mc Clelland identified in his theory, which categories of needs does Mr. Nicoli try to satisfy in his employees? 3. Identify the motivating factors described by Herzberg which are used to motivate the employees. 4. Douglas McGregor identified two types of managers: Theory X and Theory Y managers. What type of leadership role did Mr. Nicoli adopt? Explain.The term project has to be typed, double-spaced, 4 pages in length (does not include the cover page), and should be free of grammar and spelling errors. (If single-spaced, you need 2 pages plus the cover page)Please label the questions: Question 1 – Question 2 – Question 3 – Question 4.DO NOT EMAIL IT TO ME, DROP IT IN THE ASSIGNMENT BOX.PLEASE DO NOT USE DEFINITIONS FROM THE BOOK, AND DO NOT REPEAT THE QUESTION.

Which of the theory view directors as boundary-spanning nodes of network who are able to connect the business with strategic environment? Select one: a. Stewardship theory b. Resource dependency theory c. Agency theory d. Stakeholder theory

1.what features of a training program are likely to make it more effective? 2.what condition facilitate learning from experience by managers? 3.how are special assignment relevant for developing leaders? 4.what are the likely benefit of monitoring for developing leaders? 5.what are the most effective way to use multi source feedback workshop? 6. What condition in organization enhance leadership development? 7.what can be done to integrate the leadership training,developing,and self help activities? 8.why are behavior taxonomies important for research and theory on effective leadership ? 9.what are the limitations of using only broad meta-categories in theory and research ? 10.how can leader behavior reflect a high concerns for both task and relation ? 11.how are task oriented and relation oriented behaviors related to effective leadership ? 12.how are planning ,clarifying ,and monitoring related to subordinate satisfaction and performance ? 13.how are supporting ,developing ,and…

James Park has been hired as the new CEO by the board of directors of GoSportsInc., a large national sporting goods retailer, which has been battling economic andinternal issues over the previous years. Despite Park’s experience at the helm oflarge companies in need of profound strategic and structural change, in his newposition at GoSports he has been “butting heads” with a powerful collective ofexecutives unhappy with the hire and threatened by the new CEO’s accolades. Tocomplicate matters, rumour has it that the decision to hire Park was far fromunanimous, with various factions vying for control in the company, waiting for achance to fill the power vacuum a quick departure by Park would leave behind. Aftertwo weeks with the company, Park is called before the board of directors to report onthe progress made and how he plans to return GoSports to its former glory.Required:A. If you were in James Park’s position, highlight the key issues you would highlightin your report to the Board…

Give a simple Succession plan for the position of a CEO in that organization. Include the rationale, the implementation plan, function of the CEO, and the Communication plan.

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