In leadership literature leaders are generally defined as “. . . individuals who significantly influence the thoughts, behaviors, and/or feelings of others” (Gardner and Laskin, 1995, p. 6). The primary focus, then, is on an individual who will direct or influence a group of followers. But in a global multicultural economy where interaction is between managers from various cultures and perspectives, this leader–follower model may be outdated. Global leadership might better be thought of as “a process
Confucius once said, “By three methods, we may learn wisdom: First by reflection, which is noblest; Second by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience which is the bitterest”. Every little thing in the universe is perpetually changing. As human beings grow older, so do their personal lives, as well as their professions and organizations. Examples of changes such as this may be new work settings, new corporate culture, new groups of colleagues, new bosses, new responsibilities, etc. However
LSH2113 Foundations of Leadership Final Reflection Course Topics 1. Which topic was most interesting to you and why? Answer: I found the topic “Culture and Leadership” the most interesting one because this is a very rarely dicussed aspect of leadership. We all tend to have a notion that our culture is more natural than others, which is called ethnocentricity. This though process is so natural that we end up having prejudices about people belonging to different cultures. This prejudice
This paper is a reflection of my personal leadership development blueprint this quarter. The paper identifies three main attributes that have made me to become a change leader this quarter. The paper concludes by pinpointing some core values that have successfully made this change possible. A change leader can be defined as encouraging people to take risks - to evaluate their core beliefs and world view - and engage effectively with others (Flanagan, 2014). His objective is to guide people through
through making it across. Truly the activity could not have been done with just one person. Having the input and guidance of others helped make the process go smoother and more efficiently. Hence, not only do I think this activity was to show us leadership but it was also displaying teams and group cohesion. This can be applied to a group therapy session. The textbook talks a lot about groups and how groups are working towards the same goal and sometimes having group cohesion and close relationships
Leadership Reflective Practice Paper 1 Question 1 The key opportunities for development that I have identified for myself are • Leadership • Marketing • Financial • Strategic thinking Leadership I am currently in a leadership position but have often wondered want makes a good leader. From the course I have identified that EQ, IQ, and SQ are the fundamental qualities that make a good leader. I will try and be aware of the needs and emotions of my team and use this to build my team. I remember
I have obtained great learning from the study week in Cambridge which I can apply in responding to ethical issues and business environment in global contexts. From My Cambridge startups: the road to Raspberry Pi presented by Professor Jack Lang, I think some leaders needs only to be outstandingly capable. Steve Jobs is a good example. He was well known for his bad temper. However no one could deny that he had great ideas that others didn’t have – the things he invented were always ahead of the time
In the textbook chapter five states, “The function theory of leadership seems to hold the most promise for teaching most of us how to improve our own leadership abilities” (Tubbs, 2017). The book gives an example of how students hesitate to participate in a discussion for fear of saying something stupid. That is a perfect and true example of how a lot of people feel. I am a student and I know I feel that way more than I would like to. Confidence is another huge attribute for a leader. My confidence
Self-Reflection: Personal Leadership Supporting Professional Leadership The leadership of advanced practice nurses plays an important role in the future care delivered to patients within a society so badly in need of healthcare improvements and reform. The challenge is to further develop all nurses and their abilities to be truly transformational in this process. Advanced practice nurses can serve as complexity leaders and role models for the entire nursing profession, which will ensure excellent
In the academic context, ‘reflection’ is defined as; “a generic term for those intellectual and affective activities in which individuals engage to explore their experiences in order to lead to new understandings and appreciations. It may take place in isolation or in association with others. It can be done well or badly, successfully or unsuccessfully.” (Boud, Keogh and Walker, 1985, p 19) Needless to say, engaging in reflection at an academic level is more than merely passively remembering and