Outstanding leadership theory

Fuji Xerox was one of the excellent companies in Japan. When Xerox Corporation became in deficit, Fujifilm acquired additional 25% of Fuji Xerox's outstanding shares in 2001, increasing the shareholding in that company to 75% and transformed that company into a consolidated subsidiary. Fuji Xerox is now taking a major role in Fujifilm. In 2006, Fujifilm Group shifted to a holding company structure centering on the holding company FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation (FHC), which controls both the…

Leadership and Management are two words in the business world that continue to fuel debates. According to Schedlitzki and Edwards “opinions indicate a similarity evident over the years, in the ambiguity surrounding the concepts of leadership and management”. The distinction between a leader and a manager can be the defining difference between an outstanding organization and one that is stands in the land of mediocrity. A leader of an organization who merely operates as a manager defines his or…

Leadership Theories/Approach Style Global Delivery Direct (GDD) Inc, has been around since 1968 in Norfolk, England and was created by four peers form the London School of Economics. Mr. Windsor Joseph Knoll, Mr. Weatherspoon Giles Hartford III, Mr. Heathering John Smyth, and Mr. Rockfish Andrew. These four classmates made GDD very successful with their small parcel and overseas delivery services. During the early 80’s and 90’s UPS, Fed Ex and DHL became stiff competition for GDD, which resulted…

Organisational Theory (Classical and Human Relations Schools) Richard Branson’s business philosophy is based on the human relations framework that is described by the organisational theory (Chang 2014). The school focuses on issues that pertain to communication, leadership, motivation, and group behaviour. It posits that managers should possess appropriate skills to enable them diagnose the causes of human behaviour, interpersonal communication, motivation, and leadership at the workplace (Chang…

Dory Demolition has three leadership weaknesses that can be identified in the trait theory. These three leadership weaknesses include drive, the desire to lead, honesty/integrity. (Kirkpatrick, Locke, & Maryland, 1991) The first leadership weakness is drive for Dory Demolition. While she has the energy to manage Company A, she lacks the leader skills to motivate the staff to be high producers which would require employees to be engaged. Per Strategies for Success, employee engagement is…

My definition of leadership is very simple: leadership is having the ability to mobilize and empower a group towards a common goal. I find that with a much general definition of leadership as a base, it allows for different styles and theories to come from it. My preferred leadership style, for example, is the servant leadership model. The servant leadership model was formalized by Robert K. Greenleaf. My leadership model, as similar as it may be to that of Greenleaf's, came from home. More…

The foundation of my leadership philosophy is that a great leader knows his or her subordinates and is able to adapt to the subordinates. Leadership is a fundamentally human endeavor; the subordinates accomplish goals and the role of a leader is to motivate subordinates to achieve goals. According to the “Path-goal theory,” leaders should adapt their leadership styles to their subordinates and help them to choose the best path for achieving their goals (Wikipedia, 2016). From the interview…

The Leadership-Exchange Theory The Leadership-Exchange Theory (LMX) according to Northouse (2013) had its origins in what was known as the Vertical Dyad Linkage Theory. The theory was based on how leaders and administrators advance relationships with subordinates in an effort to contribute to the work environment and mission accomplishment. Furunes, Mykletun, Einarsen, & Glaso, (2015) suggest that leaders use unique exchange relationships depending on the talents and motivation of their…

The importance of leadership in care and educational settings (1500 words) In this essay I will be defining the main attributes of leadership and how this differs from management. I will also be discussing and analysing the key features of an effective leader in the early years sector and the quality of practice, drawing on theoretical perspectives and my own experiences. To begin, many people may believe that leadership and management are the same concept, however ‘one can be a leader…

created? These are common questions regarding those who possess the intangible role of leader. Leadership is a trait that comes natural to some, but others struggle with. That does not mean some individuals are pre-destined for greatness and do not have to work to cultivate their skill. It also holds true that leadership is a trait that can be learned. There are numerous schools of thought and theories on what makes a good leader. Researchers have complied mounds and mounds of information…