My current role at Ohio University is Student Records Lead for PeopleSoft Campus Solutions Systems. My primary responsibilities include maintenance and enhancement of Student information systems and allied software applications. I spend my day researching new state of the art technologies and innovative solutions that would help the Registrar’s office at OU to function more efficiently and cater to the high expectations and ever changing needs of the student body. My current role doesn’t entail supervisory responsibilities or leading a team although, I have performed several leadership duties in my past ventures. I was responsible for managing a team of professionals in my previous role with a multinational company. My job profile …show more content…
I enjoy my current job a lot but I would want to transition into the management domain in future.
In my future endeavors I would want to assume a responsibilities that would call for defining strategic roadmaps for transformation of businesses, developing strong teams and engagement frameworks, realizing project plans, effectively managing project risks and steering projects to successful completion by maximizing return on investment and profits. All the areas mentioned above essentially require strong leadership attributes and an undying will to succeed irrespective of the challenges encountered. I believe that the most effective leaders are also the most enduring individuals with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Having successfully realized these responsibilities in the past, I am very positive that I would be able to execute these to perfection in future equipped with better techniques and the expertise acquired through experience and the PMBA program.
Analyzing my leadership style, I could draw close parallels to the pace-setting and authoritative styles of leadership as outlined by HBR articles on Leadership Styles - Leadership That Gets Results by Daniel Goldman. I have always tried to set high standards for my team by leading from the front and inspiring them by setting an example of excellence. I also demonstrated the authoritative style by not forcing the team to strictly follow the methods I utilized but providing them autonomy to
Currently, I am teaching at my high school alma mater and my vision is to lead my school district as an administrator. Many youth of today are choosing teaching as a career and need leadership to guide them in their journey of education. I can serve my school and community by displaying leadership qualities of a positive attitude, a willingness to develop morale of staff and guide learning experiences of naiveté and experienced teachers
My leadership style is about how I treat under me with respect, approachable and willing to listen with different suggestions in decision making. I want to have a cooperative teamwork, little supervision, and motivation with professionalism. There is always room for training in developing skills and expertise and encouragement to go above and beyond.
An authoritative leader addresses the end but generally gives workers freedom to innovate, experiment and take risks. The authoritative style works best for organizations that are off track, it helps in creating a new course and fresh long-term vision. The affiliative style strives to keep employees happy to create harmony among. The style has a positive effect on communication. People who like one another a lot talk lot. They share ideas, inspirations leading to flexibility, innovation and risk taking. This style should only be employed when trying to build team harmony. The democratic style allows leaders to build consensus through participation. By spending time getting people’s ideas, a leader is able to build trust, respect and commitment. This style works best when a leader is uncertain about best direction however, it does not make sense if employees are not competent. Pacesetting is a leadership style that expects excellence and self-direction. The leader is obsessive about doing things better and faster, and expects the same of everyone around
A1. Leadership Style Upon conducting research, it is clear that the definition of “leadership” is not agreed upon. It is fluid, based upon many perceptions, situations, and surroundings. According to Robinson (2010), adopting a specific style of leadership is rather futile as it is, “contingent on the personal traits of the leader, the people being led, and the nature of the activity.” Tools are available to help guide potential leaders in determining a preferred style of leadership. For example, utilizing the “Leadership Self-Assessment
Would change from my previous leadership style and apply some of my best assets which
I work to develop strong relationships with the students that I supervising offering them support yet challenging them to grow and learn as professionals. I pride myself on developing staff members and holding them to a high level of accountability. Supervision is a skill that I excel at. Not only do I have a strong background in working with students, I also am a strong programmer and event planner. I have planned may small scale and large scale programs. I am currently the conference co-chair for the Wisconsin College Personnel Association and have worked in this role for the past two years planning the fall
I tend to draw towards the leadership role when working with others or in groups because Strong opinions, a sharp focus, and a high productivity level are my leadership traits. Naturally, my mind forms a checklist of objectives that will lead to success. I am proactive, and have the initiative to do work without being told. Friends tell me that my ambition to complete homework in advance has motivated them to initiate their work. As a leader, I collaborate well with everyone; I respect and listen to all voices. My leadership qualities will benefit NHS in many ways, such as formulating and executing plans, problem solving, and encouraging collaborative
I’m predisposed to this leadership theory or style because of its consideration for awareness of the element(s) of reality, that is, life experiences and some other factors, and the adaptability to each environment one finds self. This leadership theory presents itself with the understanding that organizations are different from one to another, and as a result of the differences in structures and the kinds of people that can be found around organizations; the most important leadership capability is the ability to adapt to the environment. There is no one style that fits all, but this style helps to better lead as there are times when one may need to exact authority and at some other time, one would need to show humility. Because we all come from different backgrounds, have difference life experiences and different role models, our values, preferences and priorities become shaped over the course of lifetime. Instead of trying to fit into expectations of people about what a
This research focuses on four leadership styles that have been used within the organization. These styles play apart in the success of objectives and tasks being accomplished.
Before this lecture and assignment I never gave it thought about different leadership styles and what type I have or will deal with in the past, present, and future. This paper also gave me chance to break down how I’m a different leader depending on what situation I’m put in. As of right now it would be difficult trying to put my leadership style because I’m always in different positon that allow be that to specific leader. Right now I’m in a great position that allow me to lead other in the direction that benefit them and the
In comparing my leadership style to that of two of my team members, I chose to compare Robert Boyd whose leadership style is delegating – this is a leadership style where the leader leaves his or her colleagues to get on with their work, and Robert Kafka, whose leadership style is director – “an extreme form of transactional leadership, where a leader exerts high levels of power over his or her employees or team members. People within the team are given the opportunities for making suggestions, even if these could be in the team’s or organization’s interest.” (Leadership Styles: Understanding & Using the right one for your situation)
In reflecting on my one specific leadership style is difficult because my leadership style sometimes changes depending upon the particular employee I am leading, the situations I am faced with and what I am trying to accomplish. Being the second in command of a small police agency with only twenty-two sworn officers, as well as six non-sworn employees, they all have small differences from one another. These employee differences vary widely from generational, skill sets, needs, wants and personal motivations. One particular leadership style may work well with one employee I am trying to get to complete a specific task while that leadership style may cause another employee to resist or shut down. I believe one of the true characteristics of a strong leader is the ability to recognize and appreciate the differences between my subordinates and then lead them based upon the style that they will best respond to in order to succeed.
The styles today are less authoritative and more on trying to get feedback from co-workers. This change is driven by today’s individuals that want to be treated with respect and empowered to be self-driven. Today’s business environment requires managers to constantly evaluate his or her leadership style to maintain the so called competitive edge. Leadership moves through many power roles and how power vs. soft power that relates to managers as they manage people. The types of leaders are described with characteristics, as it relates to each individual. The characteristics styles that leaders show
In terms of leadership styles a wide variety exists for one to employ (Boykins, 2013). There isn’t firm consensus as to which styles prove to be the most effective. Different situations call for different approaches. In the article, Empirical Study of Leadership Styles, it discusses several leadership styles that I can relate to.
An effective leader influences their employees in a desired manner to achieve goals and objectives. Different leadership styles can affect an organization’s effectiveness and performance. The objective of this paper is to analyze the review of literature on various leadership styles over the past years and how effective and ineffective different leadership styles are in the workplace.