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    It is almost as though the writers of this movie relied specifically on leadership theories to create the story and characters. Perhaps they did‚ because Star Trek: Into the Darkness is a clear example of what leaders should do and how they should do it. It showcases the many attributes a leader can have and how he or she can apply

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    Entrepreneurial Leadership Hybrid theory/philosophy which combines the common elements found in the thinking of Case‚ Kouzes‚ and Drucker. The common elements described in all three men’s strategies of becoming successful leader are: • Showing genuine interest in people. This involve recruiting the right staff‚ directing‚ inspiring and motivating others‚ fostering collaboration‚ strengthening individual capacities‚ and recognizing individuals for their contribution to success. • Living up to

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    Following the servant leadership theory‚ I tend to put the needs of others before my own. I spend so much time trying to assisting everyone else that I don’t get to focus on myself. I am always dropping everything I do to assist others‚ which would sometimes interfere with my own productivity. I assist approximately seventy-five supervisors‚ and by having the open communication‚ I am sometimes interrupted twenty through thirty times a day answering questions. The second weakness I have is sometimes

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    Leadership Self-Analysis and Theory Integration Leadership Self-Analysis and Theory Integration Leadership is a term that can sometimes be casually tossed around without understanding what it truly entails. Leadership can be viewed as the person‚ a particular position‚ the influence a leader has on others‚ or by observable results (Banks & Ledbetter‚ 2003‚ p. 16). More than ever before‚ I feel as though the term leadership is becoming a focus in Churches‚ schools‚ corporations

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    Four contingencies of reinforcement: 1. Positive Reinforcement Purpose: Serve to strengthen desired behavior Method/How: Gives bonus or present that is powerful and durable‚ praise Essential Element: Correct timing and consistency (Directly after the desired behavior) Example: Teach child correct manners Consideration: Modifications in behavior should equal to the reinforcement 2. Punishment Purpose: Decrease inappropriate behavior Method/How: Can carry out through 1)

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    Steve Jobs fits best with the trait theory which is also called the “great man” theory of leadership. The main believe of trait theories are that they can develop through experience and learning. As a matter of fact that apple is well-known as learning and innovative company due to Steve Jobs amazing management style. Jobs has faced a lot of different market situations along with his career and almost in all he has succeeded‚ although he suffered from a“trailblazing start” in 1980’s. Interestingly

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    The Importance of Leadership Styles Jennifer Sanchez Grand Canyon University – EDA 575 May 15‚ 2013 The following paper analyzes the leadership styles of a principal in an urban school district. The three leadership styles discussed are directive‚ affiliative‚ and collaborative. Each of these styles has been utilize to create an environment which is effective and conducive for a quality education. The Importance of Leadership Styles The school I have chosen as the subject to my research

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    The Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership theory is based on the amount of direction (task behavior) and amount of socio-emotional support (relationship behavior) a leader must provide given the situation and the "level of maturity" of the followers. Task behavior is the extent to which the leader engages in spelling out the duties and responsibilities to an individual or group. This behavior includes telling people what to do‚ how to do it‚ when to do it‚ where to do it‚ and who’s to do it. In

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    There are many theories galore in business. Most have a lot of practicality behind them. The Leadership Member Exchange Theory is one of those theories. Human beings tend to form relationships with others. Some relationships are good. Some aren’t. This theory examines the relationship between a leader and his group members and the unique ways these relationships can develop. People who are closer to the leader and usually have more responsibility and higher access to available resources are called

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    The Leadership member exchange theory according to many sources‚ states that all relationships between managers and subordinates go through three stages. (LMX Theory 1975) These three stages are identified as role taking‚ role making‚ and routinization. Role taking is first‚ and as soon as new members enter your group. During role taking‚ members take time to evaluate these new members‚ and come up with an idea of their strengths. Role making is the second stage where the manager or leader subconsciously

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