DIFFERENT QUALITIES OF LEADERSHIP BASED ON THE SITUATIONS
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1Faculty of Engineering and Environment, Northumbria University, Wynne Jones Building, Ellison Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ST, UK Many previous studies have addressed the facets affecting the qualities of leadership from different aspects. Furthermore, some theories focused on individual differences and the situation or task variations from each other. This research is based on previous studies and reviews a realistic experience in the military field, to clarify the links between the change in the qualities of the leader and the change in the situation or task. The research found that the leadership qualities are intrinsic to the mission, that each
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This paper will discuss the relationship between a particular situation or task, as well as the different effects using various leadership styles. Through realistic experience, the author discusses the impact of different situations. The working environment has a strong relation to the leadership style that impacts the leader’s style. The leader’s behaviour and belief toward managing a company, employees and operations, at any working environment is based on the situation at that time. On the other hand, each working environment has special situations and privacy requirements (Miller & Sardais, 2011). Therefore, according to the current situation of each working environment, a leadership style can change at a situational stage.
CONCEPT OF LEADERSHIP
According to Vroom and Jago (2007) leaders must have one or more followers and that is a common trait in all leaders. Almost all studies indicate that leadership involves a proceeding effect. In addition, Burns (1998) defined leadership as leaders who encourage followers to act or pursue certain aims that signify the values and the incentive for the both leaders and followers that the want and requirements. Miller and Sardais (2011) suggested that “Leadership occurs when someone imparts his or her convictions to another”. (Zander & Cartwright, 1968) stated that “A leader is someone who exercises influence over others. In a group, it is the performance of
Leadership can be viewed in many different ways and possess many different qualities. There are courageous leaders, respectful leaders, terrible leaders, and seemingly insignificant leaders but leaders nonetheless. But what is it that differentiates between a strong leader and a weak leader, or a powerful leader and an insignificant one? Is it the qualities in the leader or the decisions they make in key situations that define good leadership qualities? Some would define a good leader by their ability to do the right thing even if it is not the easiest choice. Others might define a good leader as one that possesses great integrity and leads by example. The military possesses many great leaders through a process of development and molding individuals to meet expected leadership qualities like honor, courage, commitment and integrity to accomplish any mission or goal. However, this process doesn’t always create the desired effect. So, let’s examine some good and bad examples of leadership qualities and break down what and how we can emulate them.
Leadership can be defined as the ability of a superior to influence the behavior of a minor or group and persuade them to follow a particular course of action. A leader sets a course of action and ensures that everyone follows the action. Leading can apply to leading oneself, other individuals, groups, organizations and societies. The nature of how leading is done depends on the framework of the situation, one's point of view, and on the nature and needs of those involved. While leadership is learned, the skills and knowledge processed by the leader are influenced by their traits, such as beliefs, values, ethics, and most importantly character. Knowledge and skills directly relate to the process of leadership, while the other qualities
The leadership module is a very wide and dynamic one. There are several definitions for leadership as Stodgill (1974, p12) states. Seeman (1960, p3) defines leadership as the acts of a person which influence other people towards a shared direction. Influence is a vital aspect of leadership as the person who leads should have the charisma and the ability to influence others, otherwise leadership is non-existent. However that does not mean that leaders are better people than their followers. Hollander (1992, p7) explains that leaders and followers should be understood in relation to each other. Leaders and followers both have a mutual purpose and attention to common goals.
Leadership can be defined as the ability of a superior to influence the behavior of a minor or group and persuade them to follow a particular course of action. A leader sets a course of action and ensures that everyone follows the action. Leading can apply to leading oneself, other individuals, groups, organizations and societies. The nature of how leading is done depends on the framework of the situation, one's point of view, and on the nature and needs of those involved. While leadership is learned, the skills and knowledge processed by the leader are influenced by their traits, such as beliefs, values, ethics, and most importantly character. Knowledge and skills directly relate to the process of leadership, while the other qualities
Leadership has been described as the “process of social influence in which one person can enlist the aid and support of others in the accomplishment of a common task”...
The role of the “Leader” I believe sometimes relates to the individual to delegate the set goals or mission to the followers and believe the “Followers” have the belief and confidence in the “Leader” in how he/she has decided to execute the set goals and missions. Therefore the leader has to demand structure and organise how the followers must or should complete the task laid out to attain the success or victory of the mission. From a scientific perspective the only measurement tool here is the success or victory of the mission, regardless of ethics or principles, step by step quantifiable measurement, morals and wider impacts. Also the question into, is the “Leader” acting in the best of everyone’s interest, is there compassion and total unbiased approach and is there room for the “Follower” to openly call into question the methods employed and approach; ultimately is the leader able to take on-board concerns and alternative views to change/alter the course /route in delivering the success needed. Some of the definitions of the “Leader” I have observed reads; A leader has a vision. Leaders see a problem that needs to be fixed or a goal that needs to be achieved. It may be something that no one else sees or simply something that no one else wants to tackle. Whatever it is, it is the focus of the leader's attention and they attack it with a single-minded determination. From a scientific background and
Leadership is and has been described as the “process of social influence in which one person can enlist the aid and support of others in the accomplishment of a common task”[1]. A definition more
In my twenty or so years of employment, I worked under several types of leaders. Some were effective while others were ineffective. This course gives plenty of examples and descriptions of both effective and ineffective leadership styles. I understand the significance of pairing effective leadership with appropriate followers. Assessing each party’s traits prior to putting them together, which aids in decreasing tension. In this paper, I am discussing my experiences with bosses and leaders in different aspects of life.
Leadership is helping a group or groups of people come to a shared goal; this goal may be an activity or done simply by influencing people to cope with changes (Al-Sawai, 2013). It is also found that “leadership focuses on relationships, using interpersonal skills to persuade others to work toward a common goal” (Yoost & Crawford, 2016, p. 166). The theories listed above describe excellent traits in a leader, I will elaborate on a few leadership theories.
Leadership has been studied extensively and many varying definitions exist. Hughes, Ginnett and Curphy (2015, p.4) review many of these definitions and consequently describe leadership as ‘the process of influencing an organised group towards its goals’. Leadership involves the interplay of a range of different factors, not least the leader themselves, the followers and the situation. For
The basic premise for leadership is the process of influencing other people to follow your lead in order to accomplish a goal. It is about the relationship between the leader and the followers. A good leader tries to motivate people to bring about positive changes revealing a common objective without using coercion or manipulation. Leadership is not about control, but permitting interaction and communication between the leader and the individual followers. With empowering others, leaders build a foundation of collaborative thinking and encourage an atmosphere of personal involvement; a leader can strengthen the respect and loyalty of his or her followers. Leaders can affect this process by applying their own personal characteristics, such
Over the years, a great deal of time, and research has been dedicate to the study of leadership. Even with extensive data on the topic, many still disagree on what leadership really means. Hence, leadership is a word that has many different meanings and different researched theories associated with it. On a basic level, leadership involves having and establishing a clear vision, sharing that vision with followers, respecting followers, and leading an organization with excellence while ensuring that everyone is part of the team. Leadership is also a method by which a leader uses his or her influence towards getting a group of followers to take ownership or buy into a vision.
The styles and models of this book did a great job of laying out the philosophies of leadership and how to become successful in the business world. Beginning with the aspects of leadership verse management, Simpson elaborates on the importance of being a leader and the differences that positions hold when being a manger. Furthermore, discussing the keys factors of leadership styles, such as transformational and transactional leadership, autocratic, bureaucratic,
Further research undertook by Stogdill (1948) as cited by Northouse (2013) argued that leadership traits could vary between individuals and leaders may stand out in one situation compared to another. Trait
Leadership is an approach for a leader to guide, motivate, supervise, manage, and influence others in different situation to reach a goal. According to the Pettinger (2007), the leadership can be explained in several situations. First, the leaders have the responsible to provide vision and direction to the followers. Second, the leaders shall energise and motivate the followers. Third, the leaders shall set and enforce absolute standards of behaviour, attitude, presentation and performance.