Understanding Strategic Forces
Understanding Strategic Forces
Christian Parker, Chris Mansour, Krista Fox, Calvin Russell, Mario Quintana, Jared Mathews, Jenna Delgado
LDR/300
July 1, 2013
Dr. Sharla M. Walker, D.M.
Understanding Strategic Forces There are many definitions of leadership. The Collins English dictionary defines leadership as “the leader(s) of a party or group.” Yet true leadership is much more than that. A leader can be the chief executive officer of an organization, or a first year employee who leads his or her team to success behind the scenes. A leader might lead through official authority and power, yet just as often great leaders lead through inspiration, persuasion and personal connections. Teaching others to be a leader is a daunting task within itself (Pankaew, 2013). J.B. Davidson is candidate number one for the principal position. J.B. is 55 years old and has experience serving in the position of principal for two other schools in which he found success. “He previously served as principal at two other schools where he was successful in focusing on basic academic skills, traditional approaches, discipline, and encouragement of success” (Nahavandi, 2009). J.B Davidson is extremely qualified for this position holding a B.A. and a M.A. in education. J.B. is extremely clear-headed and leads with discipline, and is very active in the day to day to running of a school in which he leads. “He runs a tight ship and is involved in every aspect of his school” (Nahavandi, 2009). Jerry Popovich is candidate number two for this position. Jerry is also very qualified with a M.A. and a Ph.D. in education administration. “She holds M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in education administration with an undergraduate degree in computer science” (Nahavandi, 2009). Jerry is currently the principal at another school and considered creative in ways in which to run a successful school. Jerry is skilled at bringing in many points of view in her decision-making process. “She
Christian Parker, Chris Mansour, Krista Fox, Calvin Russell, Mario Quintana, Jared Mathews, Jenna Delgado
LDR/300
July 1, 2013
Dr. Sharla M. Walker, D.M.
Understanding Strategic Forces There are many definitions of leadership. The Collins English dictionary defines leadership as “the leader(s) of a party or group.” Yet true leadership is much more than that. A leader can be the chief executive officer of an organization, or a first year employee who leads his or her team to success behind the scenes. A leader might lead through official authority and power, yet just as often great leaders lead through inspiration, persuasion and personal connections. Teaching others to be a leader is a daunting task within itself (Pankaew, 2013). J.B. Davidson is candidate number one for the principal position. J.B. is 55 years old and has experience serving in the position of principal for two other schools in which he found success. “He previously served as principal at two other schools where he was successful in focusing on basic academic skills, traditional approaches, discipline, and encouragement of success” (Nahavandi, 2009). J.B Davidson is extremely qualified for this position holding a B.A. and a M.A. in education. J.B. is extremely clear-headed and leads with discipline, and is very active in the day to day to running of a school in which he leads. “He runs a tight ship and is involved in every aspect of his school” (Nahavandi, 2009). Jerry Popovich is candidate number two for this position. Jerry is also very qualified with a M.A. and a Ph.D. in education administration. “She holds M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in education administration with an undergraduate degree in computer science” (Nahavandi, 2009). Jerry is currently the principal at another school and considered creative in ways in which to run a successful school. Jerry is skilled at bringing in many points of view in her decision-making process. “She