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Leadership
Leadership is defined as a process by which a person influences others to accomplish an objective and directs the organization in a way that it makes it more coherent and cohesive.
(Kenneth Boulding)
Leadership
The process of influence is carried out by the
attributes the leaders possess such as Beliefs Values Ethics Character Knowledge Skills (Kenneth Boulding)
Self motivation is high which is lead by their vision and passion to achieve; they are inspired by their dreams. They inspire others by lifting the morale , through training, coaching and counseling
Hard on issues
Soft on people
(Peter Drucker)
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Leadership
Leadership is different than management; as management relies more on planning, organization and communication skills
Leadership
Most people do not seek to be a leader
Are leaders born Are leaders developed Leadership is an approach of providing direction,
Styles of Leadership
Autocratic ( Authoritarian)
Participative ( Democratic) Delegative ( Free Reign)
Autocratic Style
Inappropriate use
Some leaders use it as a standard for every situation;
that's how they perceive they can get results. Use demeaning language and lead by threats and abuse of their power. The employee perception is; it is an unprofessional style called bossing around. The leader should remove this perception from his/her leadership tool box
Participative(Democratic) Style
The leader involves more people in the decision
the leader.
the leader, though it is not a sign of weakness rather it is a sign of strength that the employees feel they have ownership and value in the decision making and will definitely respect the leader.
Participative(Democratic) Style
Leader has part of the information and employees
have the other part of the information. It works well when you are knowledgeable and have skillful employees. It results in a mutual benefit and helps in team building.
the decisions, however still being responsible for the decisions made. The leader sets the goals and priorities and delegate certain tasks to the employees/team
members are able to analyze the situation and determine what needs to be done and how to do it. The style is perceived as the leader abdicating responsibility. Only to be used wisely when the leader has full trust and confidence of people on the team.
Leadership
In matters of style swim with the current; in matters of principle stand like a rock
(Thomas Jefferson)
Vision of leaders
Vision is a strange concept, it is difficult to define when it comes to leaders and leadership, it can not be summed up in one simple definition
(Eric Garner)
Vision of leaders
A leader has to be able to change an organization that is Dreamless, Soulless and Visionless.
(Warren Bennis)
Vision of Leaders
Where there is no vision, people perish
(Proverbs 29:18)
Vision
Leaders dream of a path with such a clarity that its vividness seems so real, they share the description with conviction and passion that people follow them.
Vision
How leaders see the invisible
Seeing Possibilities Clear & Compelling Vision without limits Drawing others in Action
Eric Garner
Vision
Seeing Possibilities Leaders see possibilities what others do not making a difference, changing someones life
Vision
Clear & Compelling Warren Bennis conducted a study on 90 top leaders including the first man on the moon Neil Armstrong, despite their different backgrounds, disciplines and circumstances, they had one thing in common, a clear and compelling vision which was not too far in the future, it was right in front of their eyes
Vision
A vision without limits Great leaders do not put limits on their vision, they go for the biggest dream they can imagine even it is somewhere in the future even when they are not their
Vision
Vision of Walt Disney The first Disney World opened up 6 years after the death of Walt Disney; the two executives of Disney at the opening ceremony were sitting together. One said its too bad Walt couldn't be here to see this the another one replied you are wrong Walt did see it, that is why its here
Vision
Most of us see no more that three months ahead,
Elliott Jacques of Brunel University believes that one person in a million could see 20 years ahead.
Konosuke Matsushita a Japanese industrialist had a
Vision
Drawing Others In Leaders draw others by triggering the inner most desires of people to be part of something big. Moxies & Coca Cola in the 1920
Vision
Action Without action visions are dreams, a creation of our imagination, leaders have the ability to see the steps from where we are now to where we can be for dreams to become reality
Vision
Leaders should make sure that people not only see the vision, they live and breathe it
Jack Welch
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Leaders relentlessly upgrade their teams Evaluate Coach Build self confidence
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Leaders make sure people not only see the vision, they live and breathe it
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Leaders get under everyones skin, exuding positive energy and optimism
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Leaders establish trust, candor, transparency and credit
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Leaders have the courage to make unpopular decisions and gut calls
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Leaders probe and push with curiosity, making sure their questions are answered with action.
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Leaders Celebrate
Principles of Leadership
Be Technically Proficient Know your job and have a solid familiarity with your employees job
Leadership Principles
Seek Responsibility and Take Responsibility for your Actions Search for ways to guide your employees or teams to higher level of performance and success.
Sooner or later things go wrong; analyze and take
Leadership Principles
Make Sound and Timely Decisions Use good problem solving, decision making and planning tools
Leadership Principles
Set an Example
Be a good role model ; We must become the change, we want to see
(Ghandhi)
Leadership Principles
Know your people and look after their well being. Know human nature and know the importance of
Leadership Principles
Keep good communications with all levels of people; keep them well informed.
Leadership Principles
Develop sense of responsibility in your employees by helping develop good traits to carry out responsibilities professionally.
Leadership Principles
Leadership Principles
Train as a team
Leadership Principles
Develop team spirit in order to use the capabilities of people
Leadership Challenges
Clarity of Purpose
Communication Motivation Delegation of Responsibilities Dealing with Conflicts & Resolution Team building a life time work in progress
Conclusion
The need for transformational leadership Seeing the Vision Selling the Vision Inspiring and Motivating Coaching and Counseling Leading from the front Upgrading teams Culture & Change
Conclusion
Leaders leave a Legacy I may be here for a short while, gone tomorrow into oblivion or until the day that takes me away, but what ever part I played; be remembered as part of Legacy of sharing dreams and changing humanity for the better; it is this legacy that never dies.