EXAM #4

There are five primary types of leadership: Transformational, Authoritarian, Delegative, Transactional, and Participative. In your initial post: Explain your leadership style. Which of the five primary types of leadership most closely aligns with your style? Why did you pick that style? Why is it the best leadership style for the sector of the economy you choose to work in? (This can either be with your current job or the job you plan to work in after you graduate.) Should leaders change their leadership style to adapt to different circumstances? Why or why not?

(1) Why are Transformational and Transactional leadership considered to be contrasting forms of leadership? (2) In what types of situation or organization might these different styles of leadership be used? (3) Which of these two do you think is the most effective style of leadership for the modern workplace?

What do you think is the best leadership style? Why? Cite 3 reasons and relate to our current situation.   References:   Autocratic Leadership Also called the authoritarian style of leadership, this type of leader is someone who is focused almost entirely on results and efficiency. They often make decisions alone or with a small, trusted group and expect employees to do exactly what they’re asked. Closely supervises and controls people when they perform certain tasks. The Democratic LEADERSHIP Includes one or more people in the decision making process of determining what to do and how to do it. Maintains the final decision making authority. Balances production and people issues Builds a working team of employees Team approach: involves subordinates Organization is a vehicle for carrying out plans Laissez-faire or hands-off Leadership This leadership style is the opposite of the autocratic leadership type, focusing mostly on delegating many tasks to team members and providing…

Effective leadership is that which goes well with a given situation.. list the obstacles that are involved in Effective leadership .

The basic leadership styles are autocratic, democratic, and free-rein leadership. The best leadership style depends on three elements: the leader, the followers, and the situation.’ Discuss how these elements determine the effectiveness of a leadership style and provide examples

Good leadership is an integral part of effective direction. "Discuss and bring qualities of an effective leadership.

the critical role of leadership is emphasized during times of change.  Yet, a universal definition of leadership is non-existent because it is defined by our personal experience.  Similarly, describing the difference between leadership and management, both necessary for organizational change, has been described from multiple perspectives.  The terminology most used to describe the actions of a leader and the actions of a manager are transformational and transactional.  However, in the video, "Leadership vs. Management", Godin (2018) takes a slightly different approach to determine what sets leaders apart from managers by focusing on courage to take responsibility even when risks are high, failure is eminent, and possibilities are only a vision.  Considering organizational change, the readings, and video, respond to the following questions:           From your experience how do you distinguish leadership from management? Provide an example of both. Of the multiple problems identified…

You have just returned from a conference on leadership held in the lovely Southside of Chicago. You heard from a diverse range of interesting speakers such as Aaron ‘T-Bone’ Walker and Barrelhouse Chuck. However, it was Albert Collins talk on Authentic Leadership which you found the most interesting. Albert was quite critical of Authentic Leadership and since your boss, Eddy ‘The Chief’ Clearwater, wants to know more, he has asked you to prepare a summary for him. Outline the core criticisms of Authentic Leadership in practice AND as a theoretical framework in a memo to your boss. (400 words)

Discuss which leadership style would be more effective at a mid-level management position such as a shift supervisor or Assistant Director in a healthcare organization? What about upper-level management positions such as Directors or Vice-Presidents? Support your thoughts.

Examine how planning and decision-making may improve organizational leadership.•Choose a company you admire or a company in the field you hope to work in after graduation.  •Share 3-5 highlights about the planning and decision-making process of leadership. •Explain how effective planning and decision-making can help sustain successful performance.  •How does planning and decision-making impact leadership success

A. What leadership model, style, or theory best describes you as a leader? Why? Give examples using the terms and concepts in your textbook.1) Skills Approach 2) Situational Approach 3) Behavioral Approach 4) Trait Approach 5) Path-Goal Approach B. What are your most distinguishing leadership traits? What traits do you strive to learn to develop?C. As a follower, what leadership approach do you prefer from your leader?D. What leadership model or theory best describes how you influence others? Give examples. E. Based on your self-assessments, your current leadership and motivational skills, and the knowledge you have gained from the course materials, what goals will you set and what plan of action will you implement to improve your (1) leadership and (2) motivation? Include the type of leadership theory or model you intend to implement to achieve your goals.F. Explain the steps you need to take to complete each of these self-improvement goals?

After listening to the video on Leadership and Change Management, consider your readings across the course with a special eye to the readings on leadership.  Answer the following questions: Select one approach to leadership and one style of leadership. Define the leadership approach and the leadership style selected.  Share a leader who displays the approach defined.  Share a leader who displays the leadership style defined.  Include why this leader was chosen. How do you think the leader you have identified manages change in their organization?  Share an example of how this leader's company has dealt with change.

The role of an executive-level leader differs from that of a department-level leader. Identify the characteristics of an effective leader at each level. Compare and contrast the two, giving at least two examples for leadership style and leadership characteristics.

What is the difference between transformational leadership and transactional leadership? Provide an example of a transformational leader and a transactional leader that you've interacted with in your life and explain why they fit the description provided in our textbook. Which type of leadership do you prefer and why?

Which of the following leadership styles is the most distinct from transformational leadership? 1. Authentic leadership 2. Ethical leadership 3. Moral leadership 4. Servant leadership

The following statements about leadership are all true EXCEPT: Select one: on O a. The traits or behaviors that may contribute to a manager's being an effective leader in one situation might result in the same manager being ineffective leader in another situation. O b. Trait models of leadership focus on consideration and initiating structure. O c. An effective army general may not be an effective university president. O d. Given the wide variety of situations in which leadership occurs, what makes a manager an effective leader in one situation is not necessarily what that manager needs to be equally effective in a different situation. O e. Contingency models of leadership take into account the situation, i.e., the context within which leadership occurs.

Develop a leadership development plan using the template provided. Critically discuss this leadership development plan. Refer to relevant leadership theories and concepts and provide examples.   Leadership skills to develop: conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, decision making   Please include in text citation and references.

Why power and authority are tools that leaders must use judiciously and ethically?  Why power, authority, and ethics is leadership with integrity and honesty versus what may be the norm of the culture, society, or modern times? Why strategic communication is a tool leaders can use to accomplish goals?

Based on the interactional framework for analyzing leadership, CEO Barra has to understand the relationship between leaders, followers, and shareholders.  True or False

Why is leadership development essential in our current society? How do communities benefit from leaders who know themselves well and are able to impact positive change? Why is it important for leaders to be flexible and able to respond appropriately to situations? Why do leaders need the foresight and imagination to envision possibilities?