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Explain the idea of leadership
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Leadership not the same thing as power
Leaders expected to persuade, inspire, not coerce or manipulate Leadership is distinct from authority Authority produces obedience because legitimated to make certain decisions Leadership vs. management Leaders think long-term, look outside as well as in, influence beyond their formal jurisdiction, have political skills, emphasize vision and renewal, |
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The context of leadership.
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Leaders make things happen, but things also make leaders happen
Leadership is a relationship, a subtle process of mutual influence Leadership is distinct from position – you can lead from anywhere |
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What is the one-best-way theory?
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Good leaders have certain characteristics in common
Vision and focus Image of future Standards for performance Clear direction Passion Deep personal, emotional commitment to the work and the people who do it Ability to inspire trust and build relationships Honesty is the trait followers say they admire most in a leader |
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Describe the contingency theories.
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Leadership varies by situation, but there is no consensus on the nature of the key situational variables and how they influence leadership
Hersey/Blanchard “Situational Leadership” model is popular, but research support is weak |
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Why the glass ceiling?
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Stereotypes linking leadership to maleness
Women walk tightrope of conflicting expectations Discrimination Women pay a higher price Women may put higher premium on balancing work and family Women still do majority of housework and child-rearing in dual-career families Fast-track women less likely to marry, more likely to divorce than similar men |
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What is the common characteristics of effective structural leaders?
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Do their homework
Rethink relationship of strategy, structure, environment Focus on implementation Experiment, evaluate, adapt |
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What is the common characteristics of effective HR leaders?
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Believe in people and communicate that belief
Are visible and accessible Empower others |
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What is the common characteristics of effective political leaders?
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Are clear about what they want and what they can get
Assess distribution of power and interests Build linkages to key stakeholders Persuade first, negotiate second, and coerce only if necessary |
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What is the common characteristics of effective symbolic leaders?
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Lead by example
Use symbols to capture attention Frame experience Communicate a vision Tell stories Study and use history |
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What is the trick?
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Managers need to combine multiple frames into a comprehensive approach to leadership
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