Leadership can be defined as a process of guiding individuals, groups, or an organization to develop common goals and to create procedures to achieve the goals. A leader is a strong individual who can lead a group of people by their own strengths and also allow them to fine tune their opportunities, all without them knowing they are being lead. A leader is chosen either by promotion; by proving their talent is more measurable than their peers or with their exhibit of special leadership traits. There are many ways to define a leader, but in this paper, one will try to define and clarify charismatic leadership.…
Others lead because they posses great minds and there are those who stumble into leadership because of the times they live in for example; the case of Jim Jones and the peoples Temple. Jones attracted many not because he was a great leader, but rather he approached people at a time in America that many needed a leader they could trust and someone to speak for their values. According to Robert C. Solomon leaders and followers each get and give trust to each other. Solomon mentioned that “…charisma is dangerous in the wrong leaders, but rather that it is a distorted perspective on leadership” (Ciulla, 2003, p.206). Also, according to Solomon the emotional core of leadership is trust. There is a difference between obligation and trust. In the case of Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple followers joined the church trusting, but it led to an obligation. (Ciulla, 2003).…
This paper is going to consist of how to have leadership skills for today’s workforce. It will dig deep into previous years of leadership skills, how and where leadership skills came from and what to do in order to achieve the skills of leadership. The big question is; what is the best leadership skill for one to become a leader? This paper will also look into some of the strategies of leadership and how to actually maintain the skills and be able to use the leadership skills in and out of the workplace.…
The idea of leadership and the traits that contribute to it has experienced a fascinating transformation over time. During the evolution of leadership research, information was obtained, and questions continued, but most interesting of all is the cyclical nature of the trait-based perspective of leadership. There appeared to be recurrent questions and themes as research attempts to determine the formula for effective…
Leaders are some of the most influential individuals in any society. They have the ability to influence those around them with various leadership styles including coercive, authoritative, affiliative, democratic, pacesetting, and coaching. Effective leaders consistently adapt to the environment around them to either enhance or correct any situation facing them. Within these leadership styles the most effective style has been considered that of the authoritative style. This style brings individuals together, builds self-confidence, and easily adapts to the environment around it.…
We have as many definitions of leadership as there are persons who have tried to define leadership. The definition of leadership trait theory by Derue, D. Scott, Nahrgang, Jennifer D., Wellman, Ned, Humphrey, Stephen E., who reviews and correlates the research on leader traits and behaviors, and takes measures toward a differentiated theory of how leader traits and behaviors influence leadership effectiveness. Utilizing a three-stage process: 1.) a narrative review of the literature, a theoretical model was developed that organizes the current literature and models leader traits and behaviors affects…
In conclusion, leadership skills are very important in today’s society; whether the person has: the skill to unite people, problem solving skills, or accountability. Each skill has its own part in the making of a leader, which is why people strive to have so many of skills like these. People all around the world use leadership skills daily. For some it is because of the job they have like the President. For others using leadership skills are just a normal part of life for example being a mother. Therefore, no matter how a person uses them they better not only their life, but the lives of…
It is important to view a leader from a realistic point of view, so that the follower knows that the leader can make mistakes. The followers also must understand that the leaders are not to be placed on a pedestal and cannot be disagreed with. The most important ability for a follower is to be able to have a discussion about the task at hand with the leader whether you agree with him or not about the…
While there are various components that make up leadership traits, individual personality characteristics have a direct bearing on the development process of good leadership. Style plays an intricate part in how leaders motivate, influence subordinates and accomplish objectives. Variations of personality and leadership presentations are precisely what determine positive or negative outcomes. Just as circumstances vary, approaches to matters must also adapt. In other words, there is no specific type of leadership that is applicable to every situation. Thus, it is incumbent upon overseers to acquire knowledge, skills and impart information in a manner that is easily understood by workers. “Leaders apply their skills and knowledge and motivate others to work harder and achieve certain goals. Leadership skills can be learned, but the knowledge which a leader possesses is influenced by certain traits and attributes like character, ethics, values and beliefs” (Bhattacharyya).…
In this research paper I have attempted to gain a deeper understanding of my skills in leadership through deep personal reflection as a result of my peers and managers feedback, and the materials learned throughout my organizational leadership course. I also take a look into the traits and practices that I find to be the most beneficial and desirable for a leader to have, including the practices that I see in the leaders that I admire. Through survey questionnaires and interviews completed by my co-workers and admired leaders I am able to obtain profound and perceptive knowledge on my leadership competence as well as the areas in which I can improve. Finally, I attempt to give myself a go-forward strategy to how I would like to conduct myself in regards to leadership based on the information gained in this paper.…
Everyone has probably played the game "Follow the Leader" back in elementary school. It is a game where the leader stands in front of the line. He or she can say or do anything, and her followers (standing in a straight line behind her) must repeat exactly the same thing he or she does or says. Whoever was picked to be the leader must have loved the experience because one had the freedom to do whatever they please, while others followed miserably or happily depending on what the leader is saying or doing. However, if one was the follower, one would wait anxiously to be the next chosen leader. At the same time, one must somehow express his or her self in a fashion that will make them stand out from the rest of the students. Whether he or she is perfectly imitating the leader or behaving really respectfully of others. Nonetheless, who determines who should be the leader? What kind of characteristics must a leader possessed? What makes a great leader (Robbins, 2005)? Is there only one kind leadership? These questions will be answered as you continue to read on. In addition, you will come across case studies, real life experiences, and my own observation on how leaders in my work setting exhibit leadership behavior and how followers respond to it.…
Leader is someone who can influence others and who has managerial authority. Leadership is what leader do. More specifically, it’s the process of influencing a group to achieve goal. Hersey and Blanchard argue that successful leadership is achieved by selecting the right leadership style, which is contingent on the level of the follower’s readiness. Readiness, as defined by Hersey and Blanchard, refers to the extend to which people have the ability and willingness to accomplish a specific task. Four specific leadership styles described as followed:…
Leadership can be defined as process in which an individual influences a group of people to accomplish a common goal. The goal is achieved by cohesive behavior and mutual cooperation. A leader directs his or her followers to reach a specific goal and infuses sense of positivity in them (Meenakshi, n.d.).…
) Also, leader and the followers unite together, make concerted efforts. It will help them get on well, just like friends and make success easier. In addition, the followers are more willing to undertake risks, because they know their leader will inspire them and give chances if they need. (http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_84.htm)…
The retailer, philanthropist, angel investor and patriotic Kiwi flew into town to launch the Nelson Bays Community Foundation. by Sue Farley, photograph by Daniel Rose…