Case 4.1 A Drill Sergeant at First
1. From the behavioral perspective, how would you describe Mark’s Leadership? Mark starts off as an Authority –Compliance (9,1) leader however over time he has transition into a Team Management (9.9) because there’s now trust and respect for each other.
2. How did his behavior change over time? I think his behavior changed over time as he started to get to know his employees and built a relationship which leads to a mutual respect for each other. I think this also happened because there was less stress once the changes were in place and everyone was following the new system.
3. In general, do you think he is more task-oriented or more relationship oriented? I think Mark is more task-oriented but appreciates …show more content…
According to the behavioral approach, how would you describe Susan’s leadership? I believe Susan is an Authority – Compliance (9,1) leader. She doesn’t seem to care to get to know her staff as long as everyone is working and the task is being completed she is happy with their work. I believe because Susan wears so many hats at the store she doesn’t have time to get to know her staff and may need to hire someone she can trust to help relieve some of her duties.
2. Why does her leadership behavior create such a pronounced reaction from her subordinates? I believe pronounced reaction is because they respect Susan’s work ethic and who she is as a person, however, the lack of communication makes them feel their work is not appreciated.
3. Do you think she should change her behavior? For Susan’s own health I feel she should consider slowing down some and enjoying the experience. I believe because she works so hard she may not know how must she is admired by the young people who work for her and missing opportunities to built team unity She might actually find capable employees to help relieve her workload by taking on some of the many tasks she does …show more content…
Does Besty need to change her leadership style to improve the situation with Bridget and Suzanne? Does Marianne need to change her style of leadership? I was in a similar situation as this when I started my role here at WKU and my advice would be to have a conversation with all parties involved. This will eliminate he said she said. I do believe currently Besty is a Middle-of-the-Road leader and could consider incorporating some Team Management styles with Bridget and Suzanne. On the other hand, Suzanne seems to be a Paternalism/Maternalism leader and is focusing more on the relationships than the task. I would recommend that she continues to help support and develop the young ladies however she needs to shift her thought process to the task at hand and what will be best for the
1. From the behavioral perspective, how would you describe Mark’s Leadership? Mark starts off as an Authority –Compliance (9,1) leader however over time he has transition into a Team Management (9.9) because there’s now trust and respect for each other.
2. How did his behavior change over time? I think his behavior changed over time as he started to get to know his employees and built a relationship which leads to a mutual respect for each other. I think this also happened because there was less stress once the changes were in place and everyone was following the new system.
3. In general, do you think he is more task-oriented or more relationship oriented? I think Mark is more task-oriented but appreciates …show more content…
According to the behavioral approach, how would you describe Susan’s leadership? I believe Susan is an Authority – Compliance (9,1) leader. She doesn’t seem to care to get to know her staff as long as everyone is working and the task is being completed she is happy with their work. I believe because Susan wears so many hats at the store she doesn’t have time to get to know her staff and may need to hire someone she can trust to help relieve some of her duties.
2. Why does her leadership behavior create such a pronounced reaction from her subordinates? I believe pronounced reaction is because they respect Susan’s work ethic and who she is as a person, however, the lack of communication makes them feel their work is not appreciated.
3. Do you think she should change her behavior? For Susan’s own health I feel she should consider slowing down some and enjoying the experience. I believe because she works so hard she may not know how must she is admired by the young people who work for her and missing opportunities to built team unity She might actually find capable employees to help relieve her workload by taking on some of the many tasks she does …show more content…
Does Besty need to change her leadership style to improve the situation with Bridget and Suzanne? Does Marianne need to change her style of leadership? I was in a similar situation as this when I started my role here at WKU and my advice would be to have a conversation with all parties involved. This will eliminate he said she said. I do believe currently Besty is a Middle-of-the-Road leader and could consider incorporating some Team Management styles with Bridget and Suzanne. On the other hand, Suzanne seems to be a Paternalism/Maternalism leader and is focusing more on the relationships than the task. I would recommend that she continues to help support and develop the young ladies however she needs to shift her thought process to the task at hand and what will be best for the