LEADERSHIP

EFFECTIVE and RESPONSIBLE

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 A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.
~ John C. Maxwell ~

Leadership is setting a new direction or vision for a group.

 Leadership is the presentation by a person of some identifiable goal or vision or future state that people can desire; and the generation of a willingness within those people to follow the leader along a socially responsible and mutually beneficial course of action, toward that goal.
Parry, 1996

 Leadership is mobilizing others toward a goal shared by the leader and followers. Garry Wills

Leading people Influencing people Commanding people Guiding people

LEADERSHIP

Autocratic Bureaucratic Democratic Laissez Faire

 The old school style This method is effective in certain situations that need a stern hand but the disadvantages are far too many like low morale of the members or rebellion of followers etc
Leader makes decisions without reference to anyone else High degree of dependency on the leader Can create de-motivation and alienation of staff

Autocratic Bureaucratic Democratic Laissez Faire

 The leader manages by the book Everything must be done according to the procedure or policy.
Bureaucratic leaders attempt to solve problems by adding layers of control, and their power comes from controlling the flow of information. Leaders impose strict and systematic discipline on the followers, and demand business-like conduct in the workplace Leaders are empowered via the office they hold: position power

Autocratic Bureaucratic Democratic Laissez Faire

 the participative style as it encourages employees to be a part of the decision making.

keeps his or her members informed about everything that affects their work and shares decision making and problem solving responsibilities. requires the leader to be a coach who has the final say, but gathers information from members before making a decision.

Autocratic Bureaucratic Democratic Laissez Faire

Let it be the leadership respon sibilities are shared by all

Can be highly motivational, as people have control over their working life Can make coordination and decision making timeconsuming and lacking in overall direction Relies on good team work Relies on good interpersonal relations

It may be true that there is no such thing as the perfect leader leaders are human, after all. However, that is not to say that people who hold leadership positions should not continually seek to improve their leadership skills.

The Activities of Successful & Effective leaders

Type of Activity Description categories Derived from free Observation
Exchange Information Routine Communication Handling paperwork Planning Traditional Management Decision Making Controlling Interacting with outsiders Socializing /Politicking Motivating/Reinforcing Human Resource Management Disciplining/Punishing Managing conflict staffing

Networking

Training/Developing

What skills do leaders need?

Personal Skills

Coping with stressors 2.Managing Managing time stress Delegating

1.Developing Self-awareness

3. Solving Problems creatively Using the rational approach Using the creative approach Fostering innovation in others

Determining values and priorities Identifying cognitive style Assessing attitude toward change

Interpersonal Skills
Coaching Counseling Listening
Gaining power Exercise influence Empowering others

5. Gaining power and influences

4. Communication supportively

6. Motivating others 7. Management conflict Diagnosing poor performance Creating a motivating environment Rewarding accomplishment

Identifying causes Selecting appropriate strategies Resolving confrontations

Essential Qualities of a Successful Leader

Leader is a visionary

A Leader sets an example

Essential Qualities of a Successful Leader

A Leader understands what motivates each team member

A Leader builds supportive relationship

Essential Qualities of a Successful Leader

A Leader empowers others to reach their potential

A Leader understands the power of communications

7 Habits of Highly Effective People

SoHow Far Can You Go?

Lessons from the Geese