Leadership Point of View
A Leadership Point of View
Subbu Subbiah
Indiana Wesleyan University
A Leadership Point of View
In my opinion, the point of view of any person may be unique to that person’s personality and core values. In addition, I establishing a standardized rule for leadership would be difficult. Thus, I will find it very interesting to discuss my point of view on leadership.
Edmonds (2011) discussed the benefits of clarifying a leadership point of view, such as becoming a leader who is able to be more authentic. This will also reflect on the leader’s core values and principles. It also helps the leader to inspire others to clarify their values and their views on leadership. A strong leadership point of view is (a) reality based, (b) memorable, (c) needs disciples, (d) spreads through visible actions, and (e) requires a persistent focus on part of the leader (“Executive Coach,” 2010).
K. Blanchard, M. Blanchard, and Zigarmi (2010), in their leadership point of view discussion, determined that the leadership point of view is guided by eight questions:
1. Who are the influencers (key people) in your life who have had a positive impact on your life, such as parents, teachers, coaches, mentors, or bosses, and what did you learn from these people about leadership?
2. What key events in your life have had an impact on how you lead others?
3. Think about your life purpose. Why are you here, and what do you want to accomplish?
4. What are your core values that will guide your behavior as you attempt to live your life “on purpose?”
5. Given what you’ve learned from past influences, life events, your life purpose, and core values, what is your leadership point of view – your beliefs about leading and motivating people?
6. What can your people expect from you?
7. What do you expect from your people?
8. How will you set an example for your people? (pp. 290–291) As part of my response to the first question, I would like to discuss our company’s
Subbu Subbiah
Indiana Wesleyan University
A Leadership Point of View
In my opinion, the point of view of any person may be unique to that person’s personality and core values. In addition, I establishing a standardized rule for leadership would be difficult. Thus, I will find it very interesting to discuss my point of view on leadership.
Edmonds (2011) discussed the benefits of clarifying a leadership point of view, such as becoming a leader who is able to be more authentic. This will also reflect on the leader’s core values and principles. It also helps the leader to inspire others to clarify their values and their views on leadership. A strong leadership point of view is (a) reality based, (b) memorable, (c) needs disciples, (d) spreads through visible actions, and (e) requires a persistent focus on part of the leader (“Executive Coach,” 2010).
K. Blanchard, M. Blanchard, and Zigarmi (2010), in their leadership point of view discussion, determined that the leadership point of view is guided by eight questions:
1. Who are the influencers (key people) in your life who have had a positive impact on your life, such as parents, teachers, coaches, mentors, or bosses, and what did you learn from these people about leadership?
2. What key events in your life have had an impact on how you lead others?
3. Think about your life purpose. Why are you here, and what do you want to accomplish?
4. What are your core values that will guide your behavior as you attempt to live your life “on purpose?”
5. Given what you’ve learned from past influences, life events, your life purpose, and core values, what is your leadership point of view – your beliefs about leading and motivating people?
6. What can your people expect from you?
7. What do you expect from your people?
8. How will you set an example for your people? (pp. 290–291) As part of my response to the first question, I would like to discuss our company’s
References: Blanchard K., Blanchard M., & Zigarmi P. (2010). Determining your leadership point of view. In K. Blanchard (Ed.), Leading at a higher level: Blanchard on leadership and creating high performing organizations (Rev. ed.), (pp. 289–307). Upper Saddle River, NJ: FT Press. Edmonds, C. (2011). What is your leadership point of view?. Retrieved from http://drivingresultsthroughculture.com/?p=1320 Executive coach (2010). Retrieved from http://www.govexec.com/management/executive-coach/2010/12/how-to-drive-change-with-a-leadership-point-of-view/40284/