Define leadership. “Effectiveness of Leaders depend on how their leadership style interrelates with situation in which they operate”. Explain the various leadership styles and types of interaction with suitable examples. Research: Many people today are seeking to understand -- and many people are writing about -- the concept and practices of leadership. There are a great many reasons for the popularity of the topic‚ including that organizations are faced with changes like never before. The concept
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that came increasingly under the authority of the Duke of Lancaster (John of Gaunt)‚ one of his uncles. In 1381‚ during the revolt led by Wat Tyler‚ Richard showed his leadership potential by going out to meet the rebels and pacifying them after Tyler was killed. In February
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The Leadership Styles Visionary William Wallace was declared as the protector of Scotland by the noblemen. However‚ after his recognition‚ the noblemen began to argue when one of the men announced that it is the proper time to declare a king. Wallace and his team were just leaving when someone asked them where they’re going. To this‚ Wallace replied that indeed they have beaten the English‚ but they would be coming back because the noblemen would not stand together. When asked what Wallace
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The Democratic style of leadership Democratic style of leadership relies on participation with the entire group. This leadership decision making power lies on majority and his staff. Further more‚ this style of leader ship lies on vote of staff and or employes working in same company. This style of leader ship is very open for ideas and suggestions are discussed openly. This leader ship offers suggestion and views of staff and employes which can improve can company in profit and build its future
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MATCHING LEADERSHIP TO A SITUATION Leadership Styles Choosing the Right Style for the Situation From Mahatma Gandhi and Winston Churchill to Martin Luther King and Steve Jobs‚ there can seem to be as many ways to lead people as there are leaders. Fortunately‚ businesspeople and psychologists have developed useful‚ simple ways to describe the main styles of leadership. By understanding these styles and their impact‚ you can develop your own approach to leadership and become a more effective
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Personality Traits A leadership style may become an extension of a leader’s personality. If an individual is outgoing and assertive‚ he may prefer to communicate directly with subordinates through face-to-face interaction or confrontation‚ either on a group or individual basis. If he is more reserved‚ he might choose to lead by example or rely on written communication. Rather than addressing a group as a whole‚ the reserved leader is probably more comfortable meeting with subordinates on a one-on-one
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Case Study 2: Leadership Style of Sir Alex Ferguson I. Introduction Sir Alex Ferguson is currently the manager of one of the most glorious football teams in the world‚ the British club Manchester United‚ and this for more than 25 years‚ the upmost managing period of all times. “In 2010‚ Forbes magazine ranked Manchester United the most valuable franchise in world sports‚ with an estimated worth of $1.8 billion — more than that of the New York Yankees or Dallas Cowboys” (Elliot‚ par 2). Since
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Leadership is defined as one’s ability to influence others. However‚ when done well that influence enlists 4 major ingredients: [pic] It is an ability to use power effectively and in a responsible manner [pic] It is the ability to understand that different human beings have different motivational forces at different times and in different situations. [pic] It is also an ability to inspire people to perform towards a present objective. [pic] It is the ability to develop a climate
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commerce effective leadership has become indispensable in the business world. Where traditionally the business leader took the role of commanding “the troops” towards effectiveness and efficiency this has changed dramatically over the last decades. The service industry rise‚ knowledge management trends‚ increased workforce diversity combined with international trading and global sourcing of talent‚ has considerably reshaped the role of the leader in the contemporary organisation. Numerous firms are
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Leaders can have one of three different styles – autocratic‚ democratic‚ or laissez-faire. Most people at one point in time have experienced each of these. Characteristics and Behaviors of the Styles Autocratic Leaders. My experience with an autocratic leader have not been as positive as a democratic leader as an autocratic leader is more a dictator. One in particular required immediate response to e-mails that she sent. Due dates were never given when information was requested
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