Unit 1 DB2_01

2) Your friend has just been appointed team leader at her place of work. She wants to benefit from your knowledge of Leadership Studies. Identify and explain to your friend four (4) steps that she should follow in order for her to act as a communication champion who doesn't just to convey information but to persuade and influence her followers. Leaders don't communicate just to convey information, but to persuade and influence others. Identify and explain the steps that a leader should follow to practice the art of persuasion. 3) Write short notes on three (3) of the following terms: I. Principles, II. Sharpening the Saw. III. Integrity IV. Proactivity

Leadership styles play a critical role in the success of organizations and teams. Different leadership approaches, such as autocratic, democratic, transformational, and laissez-faire, have varying impacts on employee morale, motivation, and productivity Autocratic leaders make decisions independently and expect strict adherence to their directives, while democratic leaders involve employees in decision-making processes, fostering a sense of ownership and commitment. Transformational leaders inspire and motivate their teams to achieve common goals h charisma and vision, whereas laissez-faire leaders adopt a hands-off approach, providing minimal guidance and allowing employees to make decisions autonomously Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each leadership style is essential for managers to effectively lead their teams and drive organizational success.   Question: How can a manager determine the most appropriate leadership style to adopt based on the needs of their team and…

This discussion has three parts.  Most people have a blend of leadership styles that they use. Some leaders are more flexible in applying a wide range of leadership styles, whereas others are more consistent and generally use just one or two preferred behaviors. Consider if two strong individuals begin a new company and discuss the following: If two diverse individuals, each having a different leadership style, were tasked with effectively co-leading an organization, what potential conflicts might occur between these different leadership styles?  How will their personal leadership styles influence the organizational culture? How would you recommend that these two leaders work together most effectively?

1.a How can individuals develop their leadership skills through self-awareness? Illustrate your answer with a reflection model. b. Critically discuss tge type of leadership that is required to groom and grow talent in the organization? c. How does a team leader's role change depending on the type of team or its stage of development? d. How can an understanding of change assist a leader? Illustrate your answer with a change model. e. What are the basics of Risk communication and how they influence the methods for communicating change? f. Describe the process of coherence between organizational change,internal and external communication.  g. What are examples for learning capabilities? h. What is the difference between dialogue and Discussion argued by David Bohm? Why is dialogue critical for team learning? 2. What are the three principles for success  according to Larking & Larking?

successful leaders possess the following cooperation skills:1. They handle problems and conflicts.2. They have cooperative communication.3. They get along with others.Keeping the IDEA Method in mind, think of a common hospitality workplace problem and use this method to help think of ways to solve it.

Organizational Leadership degree are expected to demonstrate the ability to develop strategies for personal, professional, and organizational success. Using specific terms related to concepts studies across the degree program, explain how you will implement the specific skills leaders must master to ensure personal, professional and organizational success (use complete sentences and terminology to demonstrate your understanding of the concepts and factors related to developing, implementing, and evaluating an effective strategy to achieve your career or other life goals).  Be concise and specific. This question will evaluate your senior-level understanding of strategic planning and all related elements of this conceptual leadership skill.

Each student was responsible for developing a set of interviews or dialogue points to provide for the leader prior to their virtual meeting and/or phone conversation. Each student should set up a minimum of three meetings, one of which can be, with the leader’s permission ask questions about their leadership at work, in the community, and or family. The analysis should include the leaders: • Leadership philosophy • Vision and goals for the organization • Conflict management techniques and suggestions • Methods for establishing and building trust • Methods for empowering others.

Socio-technical systems theory and total quality management are examples of revolutionary change. calculated change. O reengineering. O organizational change. evolutionary change. Question 32 Which theory of leadership most clearly uses expectancy theory as its foundation, and suggests that a primary job of leaders is to increase their subordinates' "expectancy" (as in expectancy theory)? Fiedler's model cognitive resource theory. Vroom's and Yetton's (and/or Jago's) leader-participation model. path-goal theory leader-member exchange theory.

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.

According to Goleman, there are 6 styles of leadership: commanding, visionary, affiliative, democratic, pacesetting, and coaching. Please define these 6 styles of leadership. 1) Commanding 2) Visionary 3) Affiliative 4) Democratic 5) Pacesetting Question #5: 6) Coaching

In today's fast-paced and unpredictable business landscape, effective leadership is paramount to navigating change successfully. Whether it's technological advancements, market fluctuations, or global crises, organizations must adapt to remain competitive and resilient. Effective leaders understand the importance of agility and innovation in responding to change. They inspire confidence and trust among their teams, fostering a culture of adaptability and resilience. Moreover, they communicate a clear vision for the future, aligning organizational goals with individual objectives to drive collective progress.   During times of change, leaders must also prioritize transparency and open communication. Keeping employees informed about the reasons behind changes and the expected outcomes can alleviate anxiety and resistance. By involving employees in the decision-making process and soliciting their feedback, leaders empower them to take ownership of the change process   Furthermore,…

SECTION D Read the following extract and then answer the question belowPowerThere can be no leadership without influence because influencing other is how leaders lead (Bacon, 2011). Leaders must have the power in order to influence others to achieve desired goals. To lead or influence others effectively leaders must have a sufficient power base. The more the power a leader has the greater the influence on those that they lead (ibid). Power and influence are needed to get something done through others.French and Raven attempted to determine the sources of power leaders use to influence others in one of their research study. The findings of the research led them to identify five sources of power which can be grouped into two categories: organisational power and personal power. However it should be noted that the various sources of power are completely separate from each other. Sometimes leaders use these sources of power in varying combinations depending on the situation. Leaders must…

“Leaning in” as a leader means two things. One is to understand the needs of the followers and provide them with tools, environments, and opportunities that allow the team to be most effective. The second is to trust their team’s ability to conquer any challenges to reach the end goal. If the leader fails to lean in with the team, the whole organization would likely fail. Since the leader needs their followers to achieve any goals at all. The same applies for the follower as well. As a follower, the more you are able to lean in towards the leader. Let them know how you operate and what environment you work best in, it would be impossible for the leaders to create such an environment.   To effectively build connections with others, respect, would be the first step. Whether it’s leaders or followers. Respecting each other's opinions and valuing others’ perspectives is the best way to build a solid foundation to your connections. But to make a lasting connection, being yourself is the…

Curtis has a strong long–term vision for his company and works to advance it through solid relationships with his employees. What kind of attitude toward mentoring would you expect Curtis to have?   He would avoid mentoring because he is primarily a manager.   He would be an enthusiastic mentor because he is primarily a manager.   He would avoid mentoring because he is primarily a leader.   He would be an enthusiastic mentor because he is primarily a leader.