PROJECT LEADERSHIP

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PMGT 702: PROJECT LEADERSHIP (Sec 004) Assignment : Case Study Group 4 Group Members : Komal . (301421306) Linda Imobighe (301376776) Mayowa Fasheyitan (301129500) Meshack Oniera (301370165) Muhammed Hisham (301420731) Nitse Sonchhatra (301424778)
Table of Content Sr. No. Index Page No. 1. Introduction 3 2. Andre Thornton 4 3. A Successful Leader 5 4. Case Study 1 6-7 5. Case Study 2 7-8 6. Summary 9 7. References 10 Introduction 2
This case study, which centers on the life of well-known baseball player and prosperous businessman Andre Thornton , addresses the themes of diversity , leadership , and entrepreneurship . After retiring from professional baseball, Thornton, a successful baseball player, chose to test his entrepreneurial skills. He began by managing Applebee's restaurant chain before creating his own company, Global Promotions and Incentives (GPI) Procurement Services . His path of experiencing highs and lows but never faltering as a leader and businessman is incredibly motivating. In addition to belonging to a minority group and experiencing repeated rejection from large corporations, Thornton never gave up, and that is the mark of a genuine leader. A leader functions similarly to a rudder on a boat, guiding and maintaining direction; however, without a sturdy hull, a boat would not be able to capture wind or sail, nor would it be able to coast aimlessly without sails. 3
According to Thornton, a great leader is someone who not only gives instructions but also collaborates with others to share responsibilities as a member of a cohesive team. Andre Thornton Andre Thornton is a former professional baseball player and business entrepreneur. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) primarily as a first baseman 4
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