W. L. Gore: Executive Summary
Introduction:-
W L gore is one of the impressive manufacturer of advanced technological products like fabrics, electronics and various industrial and medical products. The company was founded in the year 1958 and today it operates in more than 30 countries having its various offices all over the world. As per the annual report of the company in 2011 it has more than 9000 employee and yearly sales revenue is $2.5 billion.
Leadership and management Leadership in an organisation is very tough job, it is merely not an job but an task to solve the problem, to set the example to the employee or followers as well motivating the people to achieve goals and objective of the organisation. As per (L.Mullins 2010) it is the charm or extra quality …show more content…
to motivate and to take action at the right time in an competitive situation. It is all achieve the goals and objective through people and making them to put joint effort by motivating them. hence it is not merely an job
Leadership and management styles used by W L Gore
In WL gore the leadership is done through democratic way where the power is shared among the subordinate staff. Every person of the organisation has right to share his views and opinions. In this kind of system managers re as well the part of the team. Every person of the organisatio participate in the formulation of policy and procedure of the organisation. This kind of leadership and management help to share the responsibility equally among all the people in the organisation (L.Mullins,2010).In W L Gore the main leaders are mostly not appointed from the top level but are selected from the team members. These are the people who are elected by their subordinate and most of them are with good experience and knowledge and talents. In addition the decision are passed only when all agree , it is not merely an leaders decision in any kinds of activities in organisation. If there is any disagreement then it cannot be passed or implemented in an organisation. W L Gore is more democratic in term of leadership and less in management (management exchange i, 2011)
laissez faire style of W L Gore In W L gore there are no managers and there are no higher position or lower position, even no job titles as well no reporting kind of things. People are free to work individually but they should fulfil their task and be responsible towards what they do. However this kind of freedom sometimes helps to under shadow people weakness as well. Even the CEO Terry feels that the associate of the company are the owner of the company. He has given power for every person to do their work freely and make contribution to the company. The company has adopted this style more in management than leadership of the company. These kinds of freedom allows innovation and positive environment in organisation (Management exchange i, 2011)
Impact of Leadership and management styles had on W L Gore strategic decisions
Thus W L Gore is successful with democratic and laissez-faire styles in term of strategic decisions because when strategic management and leadership make strategy about company’s vision, mission and future goals. The organisation WL Gore and associate follow democratic and laissez-faire styles of management and leadership and these have lots of positive impact on the working environment of the organisation. This helps in the strategic decision of the company. These decision are very important and are long term about the goals, objectives and vision, mission of the company. The associate participate in the decision making along the leaders and management . W L Gore is successful with democratic and laissez-faire styles in term of strategic decisions because when strategic management and leadership make strategy about company’s vision, mission and future goals. This kinds of environment makes positive and we can see that the company has made continuous progress since 1958( gore I,2011).This styles have made them very success .
Strategic management and leadership theories
There are five function of management as per Henri fayol such as planning, organising, coordinating commanding and commanding for smooth running of organisation. In addition as Taylor believes that it has to be done through scientific method and it help in productivity as well the other factors like motivation and training are important for it. (L, Mullins, 2010.P, 45)
1.1 link between selected strategic management and leadership theories
1. Link organising vs. organising the work by Henri Fayol and Peter Drucker.
There are many organisations which are organising tasks before starting the business i.e. construction companies is the best example for organising tasks. Organisation should provide the necessary resources for the day to day activities of the organisation .It is the organisation that should provide necessary resources like capital, people and other for running the business as per Fayol .Peter Drucker also of the view that organisation should plan well in advance for running the business.
Link 2: Employees training
training is very important part and every organisation should provide training to the staff to achieve organisational goals. In addition peter Drucker also suggest that coaching, job rotation and formal training are important aspect and organisation should train there
Link 3: Motivation
Motivation in an organisation is very important as they have impact on the progress of the business. the top level managers and leaders have to motivate there subordinate to make the task successful. However Taylor is of the belief that factors like high wages increase productivity of the company (L, Mullins, 2010.P, 45)
1.1.1 Link between leadership theories
Link 1: Continuum Authoritarian/Democratic Task/Relationship (T&S 1973) &
VROOM and YETTON contingency model
The only things common between democratic and authoritarian style is quality and range of decision. the other two model which say the same things are VROOM and YETTON. The power of decision is vested with the leaders not with the subordinate in case of authoritarian styles. In democratic style decision are taken by the leaders however subordinate participate in the decision making processes. In case of consecutive decision leaders mostly share problems and groups, and in case of group decision as well the problem share with the groups.
Link 2: Traits Vs Style
This theories say that organisation should select the right people for the leadership. Leaders are born and not made, hence organisation should be selection of leaders rather than train and make them leader. Leaders should have some character which other staff does not have , which makes him apart from other. Once traits approaches are favour by born leaders on the other hand. Styles theories also favour about people who have ability to complete management task without training. According to styles theories, organisation should select those people who deliver job and lead people
1.2 Impact of strategic management and leadership theories have on organisation strategy
Theories guide organisation to use different techniques in different situation. Leadership and management theories give direction to organisation to use them in strategic, organisational, operational decision making process. Moreover, strategic leadership can use these style and theories in organisations for different tasks, it does not matter that the tasks are simple, complex or top level in organisation. Leadership style has direct effects on the strategies and activities of the organisation. Every organisation have their own style of leadership and theories. These leadership and theories are as per the nature and operation of the organisation. many organisation uses different leadership style such as strategic leadership, operational leadership and team leadership. These are used for different task in organisation. Leadership theories have positive impact on the organisation theories and in development of organisational development , performance and motivation of people in the organisation.
Utilise appropriate techniques to review leadership requirement of W L Gore
• Investigate the internal environment
Business cycle
There are seven stages in case of business cycle such as seed stage, start-up and growth stage, established ,expansion, mature and exit stage. These business cycles comes in every organisation. In case of W L Gore the company has a good business and is currently in expansion stage as it is doing well and its sales and revenue is rising day by day. the company products has more demand as it comes with new innovation.
Stage of organisation development
As well there are six stage if organisation development and WL Gore is on the incremental stage of development as the company is expanding worldwide with new technology and new medical equipments and devices. In any organisation the human resource plays important role as they are the one who select the right person for the right job. In W L Gore the company recruits and provide the training for its staff as they want to improve and expand there business to achieve organisational goals (Gore 2011)
The external environment using STEEPLE
The new company uses these or consider these factors before starting the business such as social, economic, political legal as well ethical. It is known that the external environment are depended on organisational performance and effectiveness as well to large extent L Gore is a multinational technological company .The WL Gore is an multinational company as it operates in more than 30 countries and the company review its STEEPLE on regular basis. W L Gore is a well reputed multinational company which follow all legal and international trade regulation. Technology has huge impact on W L gore because company’s focus to develop technology, speed to transfer and use IT, internet to communicate others and do research in IT field. Moreover, W L Gore review economic policy and business stage of company. Furthermore, STEEPLE Analysis which W L gore use to develop it business worldwide helpful in term of expending business in new place. (Gore i.2011)
• Gap Analysis
Company uses gap analysis to measure the gap between the vision, goals and objective of the organisation and the actual performance achieved .It is the measure as well technique to measure the current and future performance to be achieved. “Currently, W L gore is establish company, its sales are $2.5billion, they are manufacturing products in 12 different areas and Industry of different product are also expanding. Moreover , W L gore manufacturing product in aerospace, automotive, chemical, computing, telecom, and test & measurement energy, environment industrial & manufacturing ,medical, military, pharmaceutical & biotechnology, semiconductor sectors.(Gore I,2011) W L Gore is seeking innovative professional for future development.
Leadership competencies and skills are most suitable for W L Gore
Leadership & teamwork abilities: This is one of the most important competence required and suitable for the organisation as they operate with democratic style where team works under leader. The leaders must have ability to guide direction and take action at the right time for the teams. The leaders should know how to plan and organise the activities of the organisation. Leadership and team work is important for the success of the organisation in W L Gore.
Decision making abilities: W L Gore leadership have strong abilities of decision making. Leaders are the person that make the decision , in WL Gore all staff participate equally in decision making process but at the end it all depends on leaders to take decision. The culture of the WL gore gives the ultimate power to make decision to the leaders hence he has to analyse problems and think critically to have solution.
Communication abilities. There is an good flow of communication in WL gore and associates which helps in smooth operation of the business. when there is barrier in communication it creates lots of problem to the organisation as information cannot passed from one level to another level. The flow of communication from downward to upward and upward to downwards is good for business growth
•Core competences in leadership
W L gore is established company and their leaders and associates are skilful innovative professional fields. the leaders are the person who take decision hence they should have following competencies
1.Decison making abilities
2.communication abilities
3.Self management abilities
4.Personal qualities
5.Teamwork abilities
These are the important professional competencies required in the leaders .Leaders should adopt these core competencies to be successful in any organisation..
Furthermore, leaders self management abilities and personal qualities of leader are essential for leadership in organisation”. (Adair, J, 2005.P, 97)
• Personal competencies in leadership
Personality & character: in any organization the employees look first at here leaders hence they should be an role model for them. there good personalities are influence on the employee
Courage:- Good leaders should not afraid of taking decision as well he should encourage his staff .In W L Gore and associate it is even more important for the success of the organization
Will power:-This is the personal competence of the leaders, as it come from inside. Sometimes in difficult situation or when making decision the leaders should have will power to take action at difficult situation.
Knowledge:- The leaders should have the knowledge about the external as well internal environment of the organization. It is very necessary that leader should have knowledge about the future planning of the organization. In WL gore the leaders should have knowledge regarding all future goals and objectives of the organization.
The suitable Leadership Training and Development Methods:
Formal education
Formal training
Mentoring
Leaders do not need education and training but every leader is not born leader so, I think formal education is important for everyone. Formal education activities are essential as well these are the process were training and developing activities are carried out. Many colleges or professional institution provide them. leaders are not made but they are born but formal education is very essential and important for everyone. Formal education are mostly class based and taught by trained teachers.
Advantages
Firstly, Formal education is best source of gaining knowledge through lectures, tasks and exams. Secondly, most effective way of learning. Thirdly, it can develop self confidence in term of communication. It is the most easiest and best way to gain knowledge through lecture and exams. this system bring self confidence and one of the best way to gain knowledge.
Disadvantages
They can lose their jobs if they start formal education in institutions. These are very time consuming as well costly .In addition there is huge risk for job oriented people.
Formal training: These are the best and effective way of training. The professional have mostly completed their education and have enter their respective field. This training is mostly goal oriented and it is as per the needs and requirement of the professional made. Here they can learn and use them practically. These are practical after the professional have completed there education. These training shows how the work is done on day to day basis and how it has to be handled
Advantages
Self confidence on job
Improve job performance
Valuable for employees
Professional development
Result oriented
Disadvantages
Time consuming
High Cost
Job lose risk
Mentoring
In this method the guidance to the professional are provided by the expert known as mentor. These people guide the professional. Mentor are the expert in their field or in organisation. It is very challenging and tough task to mentor professional. These expert help them in solving problems and motivate them to know there goals, problem and as well solution. These people develop them to be expert in their respective field and solve the problem with confidence
Advantages
The main merit is that it helps professional to know there weakness as well strength and develop career. These mentors brings positive in the professional and help them to have confidence in their work. These kinds of things bring productivity in their work.
Disadvantages:
The main drawback is that it is not like formal training or formal education. This is where just experience is deliver to the professional , which may or not be useful for the development of professional. As well they may not be useful for the organisation.
Monitoring Leadership Strategy
The most appropriate methods of monitoring leadership strategy are:
There are various method of monitoring and moreover these are used to check whether they are doing their work sincerely or not.
Attendance:- It is one if the technique to know whether the professional are attending class or not. The regularity in class should be there. It is the old technique however it is effective way to check that the person is attending the class regularly.
Exams:-It is the procedure to check the performance of the professional, exams can be written or just presentation. Exams shows that how much knowledge the person has learned from the class. It is technique to measure the knowledge of the person.
Interview: it is technique which can be use to check learner creditability. Interview are mostly face to face communication between the two person.
Questionnaires: Different questions can be asked to candidates about their course and the knowledge they have gained through classes. questionnaire is an face to face way technique to measure knowledge of between the two people.
Conclusion
In conclusion W L Gore Adopt democratic and laissez-faire styles in leadership and management. These styles have positive effect on company’s strategic decisions. Moreover, different management and leadership theories are also use in W L Gore. Company’s leadership have different professional and personal which is essential for company to achieve its organisational goals. The organizational behaviour pattern was portrayed here mostly in respect to the leader component. It was the paper’s argument that here we can find a dual relationship that fosters today’s problems (as briefly sketched above). Meaning that both organizations unable to give a sense to people’s potential, keeping them either under strong bureaucratic ties or under an improper direction – as well as individuals (mainly as leaders or bosses, through their lack of vision and character) are responsible for the blockage of societies and economies nowadays. It surely would have been interesting to see the counterpart as well – the example of ‘how to do it’. Maybe Steve Jobs could have been such a contemporary example, with his disposition to put the shoulder to work or his constant desire for innovation, put together with its strong character in dealing with Apple’s businesses – especially when it came to subordinates
Recommendation:-
Organizational Behaviour (OB) is the study and application of knowledge about how people, individuals, and groups act in organizations. It does this by taking System approach. That is, it interprets people-organization relationships in terms of the whole person, whole group, whole organization, and whole social system. Its purpose is to build better relationships by achieving human objectives, organizational objectives, and social objectives. WL Gore should adopt the democratic styles along with laissez faire styles of leadership in management. These styles makes every individual to be the part of the organisation .As well when every employee participate and work together there organisation tend to grow and the goals and objective of the organisation are easily achieved. Reference & Bibliography
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W L gore is one of the impressive manufacturer of advanced technological products like fabrics, electronics and various industrial and medical products. The company was founded in the year 1958 and today it operates in more than 30 countries having its various offices all over the world. As per the annual report of the company in 2011 it has more than 9000 employee and yearly sales revenue is $2.5 billion.
Leadership and management Leadership in an organisation is very tough job, it is merely not an job but an task to solve the problem, to set the example to the employee or followers as well motivating the people to achieve goals and objective of the organisation. As per (L.Mullins 2010) it is the charm or extra quality …show more content…
to motivate and to take action at the right time in an competitive situation. It is all achieve the goals and objective through people and making them to put joint effort by motivating them. hence it is not merely an job
Leadership and management styles used by W L Gore
In WL gore the leadership is done through democratic way where the power is shared among the subordinate staff. Every person of the organisation has right to share his views and opinions. In this kind of system managers re as well the part of the team. Every person of the organisatio participate in the formulation of policy and procedure of the organisation. This kind of leadership and management help to share the responsibility equally among all the people in the organisation (L.Mullins,2010).In W L Gore the main leaders are mostly not appointed from the top level but are selected from the team members. These are the people who are elected by their subordinate and most of them are with good experience and knowledge and talents. In addition the decision are passed only when all agree , it is not merely an leaders decision in any kinds of activities in organisation. If there is any disagreement then it cannot be passed or implemented in an organisation. W L Gore is more democratic in term of leadership and less in management (management exchange i, 2011)
laissez faire style of W L Gore In W L gore there are no managers and there are no higher position or lower position, even no job titles as well no reporting kind of things. People are free to work individually but they should fulfil their task and be responsible towards what they do. However this kind of freedom sometimes helps to under shadow people weakness as well. Even the CEO Terry feels that the associate of the company are the owner of the company. He has given power for every person to do their work freely and make contribution to the company. The company has adopted this style more in management than leadership of the company. These kinds of freedom allows innovation and positive environment in organisation (Management exchange i, 2011)
Impact of Leadership and management styles had on W L Gore strategic decisions
Thus W L Gore is successful with democratic and laissez-faire styles in term of strategic decisions because when strategic management and leadership make strategy about company’s vision, mission and future goals. The organisation WL Gore and associate follow democratic and laissez-faire styles of management and leadership and these have lots of positive impact on the working environment of the organisation. This helps in the strategic decision of the company. These decision are very important and are long term about the goals, objectives and vision, mission of the company. The associate participate in the decision making along the leaders and management . W L Gore is successful with democratic and laissez-faire styles in term of strategic decisions because when strategic management and leadership make strategy about company’s vision, mission and future goals. This kinds of environment makes positive and we can see that the company has made continuous progress since 1958( gore I,2011).This styles have made them very success .
Strategic management and leadership theories
There are five function of management as per Henri fayol such as planning, organising, coordinating commanding and commanding for smooth running of organisation. In addition as Taylor believes that it has to be done through scientific method and it help in productivity as well the other factors like motivation and training are important for it. (L, Mullins, 2010.P, 45)
1.1 link between selected strategic management and leadership theories
1. Link organising vs. organising the work by Henri Fayol and Peter Drucker.
There are many organisations which are organising tasks before starting the business i.e. construction companies is the best example for organising tasks. Organisation should provide the necessary resources for the day to day activities of the organisation .It is the organisation that should provide necessary resources like capital, people and other for running the business as per Fayol .Peter Drucker also of the view that organisation should plan well in advance for running the business.
Link 2: Employees training
training is very important part and every organisation should provide training to the staff to achieve organisational goals. In addition peter Drucker also suggest that coaching, job rotation and formal training are important aspect and organisation should train there
Link 3: Motivation
Motivation in an organisation is very important as they have impact on the progress of the business. the top level managers and leaders have to motivate there subordinate to make the task successful. However Taylor is of the belief that factors like high wages increase productivity of the company (L, Mullins, 2010.P, 45)
1.1.1 Link between leadership theories
Link 1: Continuum Authoritarian/Democratic Task/Relationship (T&S 1973) &
VROOM and YETTON contingency model
The only things common between democratic and authoritarian style is quality and range of decision. the other two model which say the same things are VROOM and YETTON. The power of decision is vested with the leaders not with the subordinate in case of authoritarian styles. In democratic style decision are taken by the leaders however subordinate participate in the decision making processes. In case of consecutive decision leaders mostly share problems and groups, and in case of group decision as well the problem share with the groups.
Link 2: Traits Vs Style
This theories say that organisation should select the right people for the leadership. Leaders are born and not made, hence organisation should be selection of leaders rather than train and make them leader. Leaders should have some character which other staff does not have , which makes him apart from other. Once traits approaches are favour by born leaders on the other hand. Styles theories also favour about people who have ability to complete management task without training. According to styles theories, organisation should select those people who deliver job and lead people
1.2 Impact of strategic management and leadership theories have on organisation strategy
Theories guide organisation to use different techniques in different situation. Leadership and management theories give direction to organisation to use them in strategic, organisational, operational decision making process. Moreover, strategic leadership can use these style and theories in organisations for different tasks, it does not matter that the tasks are simple, complex or top level in organisation. Leadership style has direct effects on the strategies and activities of the organisation. Every organisation have their own style of leadership and theories. These leadership and theories are as per the nature and operation of the organisation. many organisation uses different leadership style such as strategic leadership, operational leadership and team leadership. These are used for different task in organisation. Leadership theories have positive impact on the organisation theories and in development of organisational development , performance and motivation of people in the organisation.
Utilise appropriate techniques to review leadership requirement of W L Gore
• Investigate the internal environment
Business cycle
There are seven stages in case of business cycle such as seed stage, start-up and growth stage, established ,expansion, mature and exit stage. These business cycles comes in every organisation. In case of W L Gore the company has a good business and is currently in expansion stage as it is doing well and its sales and revenue is rising day by day. the company products has more demand as it comes with new innovation.
Stage of organisation development
As well there are six stage if organisation development and WL Gore is on the incremental stage of development as the company is expanding worldwide with new technology and new medical equipments and devices. In any organisation the human resource plays important role as they are the one who select the right person for the right job. In W L Gore the company recruits and provide the training for its staff as they want to improve and expand there business to achieve organisational goals (Gore 2011)
The external environment using STEEPLE
The new company uses these or consider these factors before starting the business such as social, economic, political legal as well ethical. It is known that the external environment are depended on organisational performance and effectiveness as well to large extent L Gore is a multinational technological company .The WL Gore is an multinational company as it operates in more than 30 countries and the company review its STEEPLE on regular basis. W L Gore is a well reputed multinational company which follow all legal and international trade regulation. Technology has huge impact on W L gore because company’s focus to develop technology, speed to transfer and use IT, internet to communicate others and do research in IT field. Moreover, W L Gore review economic policy and business stage of company. Furthermore, STEEPLE Analysis which W L gore use to develop it business worldwide helpful in term of expending business in new place. (Gore i.2011)
• Gap Analysis
Company uses gap analysis to measure the gap between the vision, goals and objective of the organisation and the actual performance achieved .It is the measure as well technique to measure the current and future performance to be achieved. “Currently, W L gore is establish company, its sales are $2.5billion, they are manufacturing products in 12 different areas and Industry of different product are also expanding. Moreover , W L gore manufacturing product in aerospace, automotive, chemical, computing, telecom, and test & measurement energy, environment industrial & manufacturing ,medical, military, pharmaceutical & biotechnology, semiconductor sectors.(Gore I,2011) W L Gore is seeking innovative professional for future development.
Leadership competencies and skills are most suitable for W L Gore
Leadership & teamwork abilities: This is one of the most important competence required and suitable for the organisation as they operate with democratic style where team works under leader. The leaders must have ability to guide direction and take action at the right time for the teams. The leaders should know how to plan and organise the activities of the organisation. Leadership and team work is important for the success of the organisation in W L Gore.
Decision making abilities: W L Gore leadership have strong abilities of decision making. Leaders are the person that make the decision , in WL Gore all staff participate equally in decision making process but at the end it all depends on leaders to take decision. The culture of the WL gore gives the ultimate power to make decision to the leaders hence he has to analyse problems and think critically to have solution.
Communication abilities. There is an good flow of communication in WL gore and associates which helps in smooth operation of the business. when there is barrier in communication it creates lots of problem to the organisation as information cannot passed from one level to another level. The flow of communication from downward to upward and upward to downwards is good for business growth
•Core competences in leadership
W L gore is established company and their leaders and associates are skilful innovative professional fields. the leaders are the person who take decision hence they should have following competencies
1.Decison making abilities
2.communication abilities
3.Self management abilities
4.Personal qualities
5.Teamwork abilities
These are the important professional competencies required in the leaders .Leaders should adopt these core competencies to be successful in any organisation..
Furthermore, leaders self management abilities and personal qualities of leader are essential for leadership in organisation”. (Adair, J, 2005.P, 97)
• Personal competencies in leadership
Personality & character: in any organization the employees look first at here leaders hence they should be an role model for them. there good personalities are influence on the employee
Courage:- Good leaders should not afraid of taking decision as well he should encourage his staff .In W L Gore and associate it is even more important for the success of the organization
Will power:-This is the personal competence of the leaders, as it come from inside. Sometimes in difficult situation or when making decision the leaders should have will power to take action at difficult situation.
Knowledge:- The leaders should have the knowledge about the external as well internal environment of the organization. It is very necessary that leader should have knowledge about the future planning of the organization. In WL gore the leaders should have knowledge regarding all future goals and objectives of the organization.
The suitable Leadership Training and Development Methods:
Formal education
Formal training
Mentoring
Leaders do not need education and training but every leader is not born leader so, I think formal education is important for everyone. Formal education activities are essential as well these are the process were training and developing activities are carried out. Many colleges or professional institution provide them. leaders are not made but they are born but formal education is very essential and important for everyone. Formal education are mostly class based and taught by trained teachers.
Advantages
Firstly, Formal education is best source of gaining knowledge through lectures, tasks and exams. Secondly, most effective way of learning. Thirdly, it can develop self confidence in term of communication. It is the most easiest and best way to gain knowledge through lecture and exams. this system bring self confidence and one of the best way to gain knowledge.
Disadvantages
They can lose their jobs if they start formal education in institutions. These are very time consuming as well costly .In addition there is huge risk for job oriented people.
Formal training: These are the best and effective way of training. The professional have mostly completed their education and have enter their respective field. This training is mostly goal oriented and it is as per the needs and requirement of the professional made. Here they can learn and use them practically. These are practical after the professional have completed there education. These training shows how the work is done on day to day basis and how it has to be handled
Advantages
Self confidence on job
Improve job performance
Valuable for employees
Professional development
Result oriented
Disadvantages
Time consuming
High Cost
Job lose risk
Mentoring
In this method the guidance to the professional are provided by the expert known as mentor. These people guide the professional. Mentor are the expert in their field or in organisation. It is very challenging and tough task to mentor professional. These expert help them in solving problems and motivate them to know there goals, problem and as well solution. These people develop them to be expert in their respective field and solve the problem with confidence
Advantages
The main merit is that it helps professional to know there weakness as well strength and develop career. These mentors brings positive in the professional and help them to have confidence in their work. These kinds of things bring productivity in their work.
Disadvantages:
The main drawback is that it is not like formal training or formal education. This is where just experience is deliver to the professional , which may or not be useful for the development of professional. As well they may not be useful for the organisation.
Monitoring Leadership Strategy
The most appropriate methods of monitoring leadership strategy are:
There are various method of monitoring and moreover these are used to check whether they are doing their work sincerely or not.
Attendance:- It is one if the technique to know whether the professional are attending class or not. The regularity in class should be there. It is the old technique however it is effective way to check that the person is attending the class regularly.
Exams:-It is the procedure to check the performance of the professional, exams can be written or just presentation. Exams shows that how much knowledge the person has learned from the class. It is technique to measure the knowledge of the person.
Interview: it is technique which can be use to check learner creditability. Interview are mostly face to face communication between the two person.
Questionnaires: Different questions can be asked to candidates about their course and the knowledge they have gained through classes. questionnaire is an face to face way technique to measure knowledge of between the two people.
Conclusion
In conclusion W L Gore Adopt democratic and laissez-faire styles in leadership and management. These styles have positive effect on company’s strategic decisions. Moreover, different management and leadership theories are also use in W L Gore. Company’s leadership have different professional and personal which is essential for company to achieve its organisational goals. The organizational behaviour pattern was portrayed here mostly in respect to the leader component. It was the paper’s argument that here we can find a dual relationship that fosters today’s problems (as briefly sketched above). Meaning that both organizations unable to give a sense to people’s potential, keeping them either under strong bureaucratic ties or under an improper direction – as well as individuals (mainly as leaders or bosses, through their lack of vision and character) are responsible for the blockage of societies and economies nowadays. It surely would have been interesting to see the counterpart as well – the example of ‘how to do it’. Maybe Steve Jobs could have been such a contemporary example, with his disposition to put the shoulder to work or his constant desire for innovation, put together with its strong character in dealing with Apple’s businesses – especially when it came to subordinates
Recommendation:-
Organizational Behaviour (OB) is the study and application of knowledge about how people, individuals, and groups act in organizations. It does this by taking System approach. That is, it interprets people-organization relationships in terms of the whole person, whole group, whole organization, and whole social system. Its purpose is to build better relationships by achieving human objectives, organizational objectives, and social objectives. WL Gore should adopt the democratic styles along with laissez faire styles of leadership in management. These styles makes every individual to be the part of the organisation .As well when every employee participate and work together there organisation tend to grow and the goals and objective of the organisation are easily achieved. Reference & Bibliography
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