Max DePree’s book “Leadership is an art” represents an important contribution to the area of leadership‚ both from a theoretical and practical point of view. The approach of the author is a humanitarian one. The focus is being made on the philosophical aspects of the theme‚ even if there are numerous pragmatic pieces of advice and recommendations included in the book. Leadership is a process and a concept of fundamental importance for the area of management today. It is a concept of high complexity
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From a theoretical perspective‚ it is evident that Duke understands that leadership is a process and not a position as believed by the masses‚ because he applies both his expertise and experience to each situation and makes decisions according to the situation. Moreover‚ given the variability (many situational triggers) and depth of situations at the PSA‚ it is difficult to fully explain the effectiveness of its leadership. Thus‚ as previously stated‚ this assessment focusses primarily
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Dictionary (2000) defines leadership in the following manor: “1. The position or office of a leader; 2. Capacity or ability to lead; 3. A group of leaders; [and‚] 4. Guidance‚ direction.” At best‚ the descriptors are convoluted and do not provide any meaningful insight into the nature of leadership. Definitions for lead‚ although a bit more descriptive‚ still do not facilitate an understanding of leadership as a theory. Many have offered constructs and models to define leadership. Primarily these
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Leadership Theory and Administrative Behavior: The Problem of Authority Author(s): Warren G. Bennis Reviewed work(s): Source: Administrative Science Quarterly‚ Vol. 4‚ No. 3 (Dec.‚ 1959)‚ pp. 259-301 Published by: Johnson Graduate School of Management‚ Cornell University Stable URL: http://www.jstor.org/stable/2390911 . Accessed: 03/04/2012 22:56 Your use of the JSTOR archive indicates your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions of Use‚ available at . http://www.jstor.org/page/info/about/policies/terms
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Concept of Leadership Leadership - what is it? Many definitions have been offered‚ cultural stereotypes abound‚ numerous programs focus on leadership development‚ but the question remains. In fact‚ leadership is many different things to different people in different circumstances. When we think of leadership‚ we often think first of famous individuals. We may think of great political leaders: Washington‚ Churchill‚ Roosevelt. We may think of the leaders of social movements: Gandhi‚ Martin Luther
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continued on additional forms provided they are attached to the assignment when making a submission. The availability of the form electronically allows learners to expand the ‘lines/box’ as required. UNDERSTAND LEADERSHIP STYLES 1.1 Describe the factors that will influence the choice of leadership styles or behaviours in workplace situations (24 marks) According to McGregor there are two types of leaders: Theory X and Theory Y. This belief states that Theory X managers hold the believe that workers
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction In this unit you will: understand leadership styles understand leadership qualities and review own leadership qualities and potential Appreciating the Role of the Leader Leadership vs. Management Leadership and management must go hand in hand. They are not the same thing. But they are necessarily linked‚ and complementary. The manager’s job is to plan‚ organise and coordinate. The leader’s job is to inspire and motivate. In his 1989
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Leadership‚ Power & Influence. {draw:frame} Which form of power has the best influence on effective leadership? Word count: 2‚746 Executive Summary Leadership‚ power and influence is a theme within management that is constantly developing overtime. Leaders are continuously developing new and innovative ways to empower their followers in order to get the best out of them. For the purpose of this report‚ we have decided to look at the assumption that leadership is based
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Introduction Management and leadership are terms that are frequently used interchangeably‚ however‚ they are not the same thing – they have quite distinct meanings. The two do have similarities but they also have important differences. This research report aims to understand the difference between leadership and management and why these differences are important. It also puts this into a modern context‚ so that they can be understood against a backdrop of increasingly technological workplaces
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Chapter 1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND Introduction “Leadership is unlocking people’s potential to become better” (Bill Bradley). Leaders only influence and inspire‚ not manipulate because manipulation leads to discouragement and abuse to those who are under him. An institution will not run effectively without observing proper leadership styles especially when it comes to financial matters. Almost all organizations have their Chief Finance Officer (CFO). A CFO is an officer who is
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