MBA530 discussion 3-4

Do you think a leader can be both task oriented and people oriented? Explain. How important do you think a leadership style influences the work performance of the employee?

Using examples describe key characteristics of democratic and autocratic leadership styles. Why would workers under a democratic style leader normally perform better in the leader’s absence than would workers under an autocratic style leader. Please explain using follower readiness principles?

Transformational leadership is highly pertinent to positive reinforcement because it is concerned with enhancing the perceived meaningfulness of work. Define and describe behavior modification, and discuss its main features.   Compare and contrast transformational leadership and transactional leadership.      Name three (3) transformational leaders and TWO (2) transactional figures, and their charactereisitcs.                        What effect (negative or positive) does each style of leadership have on the workplace?

One prominent leadership theory is the situational leadership theory, which suggests that effective leadership is contingent upon the specific circumstances or context in which it occurs. According to this theory, leaders should adapt their style based on the readiness or maturity level of their followers. In other words, leaders must assess the competence and commitment of their followers and adjust their leadership approach accordingly, whether it be directing, coaching, supporting, or delegating tasks. By flexibly adapting their leadership style to meet the needs of their followers, leaders can maximize their effectiveness and facilitate the achievement of organizational goals.   Question: How can leaders effectively assess the readiness or maturity level of their followers in order to determine the most appropriate leadership style to employ?

The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) offers a leadership development program that includes simulating being a firefighter by going through emergency drills such as rescuing passengers from a subway accident. Assuming that you have the physical capabilities, would you be willing to participate in such a challenge as part of your leadership and teamwork skills development? Explain your logic.

Describe how adaptive leadership is positively related to employee performance via employee gratitude. How Adaptive leadership will benefit employee.

Analyze the leadership style and behavior adopted by the CEO Ron Johnson to motivate the employees of the company assigned to you applying the leadership models and motivation theories learned in this module.

When using the continuum leadership model, before selecting one of the seven leadership styles, the leader must consider all of the following variables EXCEPT:   the subordinates.   the task structure.   the boss.   the situation/time.

As a new leader you have decided to apply the path-goal theory in managing your staff. One of the two important personal characteristics of subordinates in this theory is locus of control. What is the other important personal characteristic that you should consider?   a) Emotional intelligence b) Age c) Perceived ability d) Extroversion

No AI please Were you surprised by your results? What does this tell you about how you view human nature? Compare your scores with five other students in the class. Do you believe that most people are more Theory X or Theory Y? How will your X/Y assumptions relate to how you may listen to the ideas of your followers and allow them to participate in decisions you are responsible for?

Given the board's desire to revitalize the workforce, what advice would you give to creating a leadership strategy? What is Leader Behavior - Should iors take care of perverted house managers and nurses demonstrate?

From the "Top 10 Skills an Effective Leader Should Have", Pick Three(3) from the list that you think you currently have as a candidate for an effective leader.Explain each or relate each of them to you from the experiences you had and how are they helpful and effective to you as a good and effective leader in the future.Then in the last paragraph, what advices can you give to others if they are not believing in themselves or feel like they don't have what it takes to become an effective leader?