Virtual team- leadership
Based on the attached case study (Second Chance), discuss the following questions.
1. What do you think Keith Lam would do, given his role and the circumstances? Why?
2. What should be done?
Support your views with relevant leadership theories and (if applicable) real life experiences. Please note that you will be graded according to the following criteria:
1. Understanding theories and concepts (demonstrate understanding of theoretical frameworks) 2. Reflection and Interpretation (able to apply to real life)
3. Thought-provoking (contribute meaningfully and bring a discussion forward with new perspectives) 4. Quality of writing (able to present coherent arguments, with proper grammar and spelling)
5. Number of postings (at least 2 per topic)
1. What do you think Keith Lam would do, given his role and the circumstances? Why?
What should be done?
I believed that Keith will hire Susan as there had recently been three resignations in HR department and had being uneasy over this issue. Keith also believed that others can really perform and be satisfied with their job if they can deliver their job with their strength and capabilities. Besides, Keith is aware of Susan’s attitude and capability: good people engagement, good knowledge of the company and willing to learn. Basically, Susan is best to fit in for the new position. Keith can also coach her as he has a lot of experience in HR field and has been in United for 5years.
Keith can adopt the situational approach which can best fit since he has the capability to guide
Susan. It is a good leadership style which includes both directive and supportive behaviors. With
Susan’s years of experience in the company, Susan be classified as D3 employee. She will be comfortable fulfilling any task with her good interpersonal skill and familiar with the operations of the company.
However, when comes to HR matters, Susan has to be trained since she is new to the job; making her D2 in this skill.
1. What do you think Keith Lam would do, given his role and the circumstances? Why?
2. What should be done?
Support your views with relevant leadership theories and (if applicable) real life experiences. Please note that you will be graded according to the following criteria:
1. Understanding theories and concepts (demonstrate understanding of theoretical frameworks) 2. Reflection and Interpretation (able to apply to real life)
3. Thought-provoking (contribute meaningfully and bring a discussion forward with new perspectives) 4. Quality of writing (able to present coherent arguments, with proper grammar and spelling)
5. Number of postings (at least 2 per topic)
1. What do you think Keith Lam would do, given his role and the circumstances? Why?
What should be done?
I believed that Keith will hire Susan as there had recently been three resignations in HR department and had being uneasy over this issue. Keith also believed that others can really perform and be satisfied with their job if they can deliver their job with their strength and capabilities. Besides, Keith is aware of Susan’s attitude and capability: good people engagement, good knowledge of the company and willing to learn. Basically, Susan is best to fit in for the new position. Keith can also coach her as he has a lot of experience in HR field and has been in United for 5years.
Keith can adopt the situational approach which can best fit since he has the capability to guide
Susan. It is a good leadership style which includes both directive and supportive behaviors. With
Susan’s years of experience in the company, Susan be classified as D3 employee. She will be comfortable fulfilling any task with her good interpersonal skill and familiar with the operations of the company.
However, when comes to HR matters, Susan has to be trained since she is new to the job; making her D2 in this skill.