Category: Leadership

Think about the problems in communication discussed in this chapter. In this discussion, respond to how communication can me improved in an organization that is structured in a traditional bureaucratic form and compare to how computerized communication can be utilized to improve the effectiveness of communication in said bureaucratic organization. Be specific with at least two (2) examples.

Case 7.3 preparation: Pixar: Creating Space For Success (bring 1/2 to 1-page notes for review)
I recommend that you prepare at least a 1/2 to 1-page summary for each case to aid your class participation and note-taking during the case discussion.
Upload your notes as one (1) combined document with both cases. Do not attempt to upload two separate documents.
Required:
(a) identify one (1) key challenge and one (1) potential paradox identified in the case(s) assigned for each week
(b) address how at least one (1) chapter concept applies to the case
(c) suggest a solution to the challenge identified
Suggested (optional) to help you better understand the case(s)
(d) Bulleted consideration of the case questions presented in the textbook

A research topic proposal has already been submitted but needs some more in-depth information. I have attached the original one-page proposal instructions, the assignment that was submitted and the feedback as well.

This week we are discussing Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory, which addresses leadership as a process centered on the interactions between leaders and followers. It makes the leader–member relationship the pivotal concept in the leadership process. While other theories emphasize leadership from the point of view of the leader or the follower and context, leader–member exchange (LMX) theory conceptualizes leadership as a process that is centered on the interactions between leaders and followers.
Research into LMX theory has also focused on how exchanges between leaders and followers can be used for leadership development (Graen & Uhl-Bien, 1991). Leadership development emphasizes that leaders should develop high-quality exchanges with all of their followers rather than just a few. It attempts to make all followers feel as if they are a part of the in-group and, by so doing, avoids the inequities and negative implications of being in an out-group.
IMPORTANT: Your initial discussion post in the Discussion Board Forum must be your own original work. Students who utilize AI/ChatGPT will receive an automatic zero.
Discussion Question
Contrast the experiences of in-group and out-group members. Have you observed groups that fit these descriiptions in an organization in which you work or with which you affiliate? Give specific examples to support your observations.
Instructions:
Participate in Discussion Board #1
Post your initial response on Tuesday by 11:59 EST.
Respond to two (2) of your classmate’s posts no later than Saturday by 11:59 PM EST.
Note: I am looking for good dialogue between students. Do not merely repeat what is written in the text or PowerPoint presentation. Include examples to reinforce your position.

Create a full sentence outline for your research paper. A full sentence outline is nothing more than a document that shows what the logical flow of your final paper will look like. It usually contains:
• Introduction section with subsections
• Discussion of content with subsections
• Conclusion with subsections
Folks, absolutely NO quotes should appear in this document. Also, this assignment is NOT a rough draft of your paper. Again, it’s just a roadmap you create that shows how your final paper will flow topically.
Write it all out in first person. Do not copy and paste from the web into this document. When you write this document, think to yourself: How do I want my final paper to flow? What topical areas will I touch on?
To make things super simple, I’ve even included an example full sentence outline. Use this as your blueprint. I want to see at least one full page of content. This deliverable is super easy if you don’t complicate it. But, if you rush it and turn in something thrown together at the last moment, you grade will likely reflect this.
Again, use the attached as a blueprint.
Please see attached for the topic of my final paper and the outline example.

I am giving you the freedom to choose any ‘one’ of your favorite American leaders and write a 6–8-page reflection paper. The reflection paper will be graded upon incorporating ideas and philosophies from not only your textbook but also our discussions and your life learning. It is important to remember to site the work that you use properly. Your reflection paper should include why you chose this person.
as an exceptional leader and what practices/and or strategies this person uses to be a great leader. I would also like your paper to ‘reflect’ on how this person has altered/or changed your own leadership style and goals. Some examples of past reflection papers include Former President Obama, Patriots Coach Belichick, Bill Gates, Angela Merkel, Steve Jobs, my mother/father/significant other, etc.

Book: Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Kings (Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary) Paperback – November 1, 2015 by Tony Merida
Theme chosen: Warlords and the word of the lord – Ben-hadad and Ahab go to battle twice, but the Lord is the true victor
Pages: 149-161
In this assignment, the student is required to write an APA-formatted 500-word paper that expands on a theme from one of the chapters (listed above). Why was this information so important that Merida included it in the text? How is this theme relevant today?
Support your research with five (5) scholarly sources. Limit your literature search to the last five (5) years and select only sources that are full text – PDF and peer-reviewed.
As part of this project, prepare an annotated bibliography. The bibliography will be structured as follows: APA formatted reference (minimum 75 words per reference) followed by evaluation of the quality of the publication, evaluation of the quality of the author(s), (An annotated bibliography does not need to be completed on the used for assignment book)
A traditional APA reference page and the annotated bibliography will be turned in with the associated paper.

Do you think leaders are born or made? Why? Include one example of a leader to support your point of view.
Must be at least seven full sentences and address all parts of the question.

Select and define two (2) components of transformational leadership (idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual simulation, and/or individualized consideration); and discuss the value and importance of each component to being a transformational leader. In addition to using two sources, support your responses with specific examples.

Overview:
In Module 1 of this course, you took the Gallup CliftonStrengths 34 Assessment and in Module 7, you prepared a gap analysis (see attached). These activities are essential inputs into this activity. The purpose of the current activity is to put those assessments to work in a systematic way to address a gap you identified in the Module 7 assignment.
These assessments exemplify the type of psychometric assessments that give deep insight into how you show up in organizational settings. Your task is to design a leadership experience intended to address developmental areas (e.g., strengths, lesser talents, knowledge gaps, team leadership styles). Incorporate learning from your CliftonStrengths Assessment.
Organizations use developmental activities to help their shareholders develop knowledge, skills, behaviors, and competencies. For example, organizations use the Franklin-Covey Seven Habits of Highly Effective People training (Franklincovey) to develop desired cultural competencies. Likewise, some companies use VitalSmarts Crucial Conversations training (Vitalsmarts) to improve their employees’ conflict resolution skills.
Links:

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

https://training.vitalsmarts.com/courses/crucial-conversations-online-2018
Instructions:
The parameters for your leadership experience are open. However, you should describe:
1. what gap the developmental experience will address (i.e., what evidence supports the need to do this),
2. what tools support the conceptual underpinning for the experience (i.e., what is the evidence that this sort of experience is effective to address the gap),
3. who will benefit from the leadership experience (e.g., you, the accounting group, an air wing, your organization),
4. how long this experience will take (e.g., 15-minute icebreaker, 4-hour workshop, seminar series over 8 weeks),
5. the details of the activity,
6. who will facilitate the activity,
7. are there any special requirements for room setup, audio-visual equipment, or technology (e.g., a board room, Zoom, wireless lavalier microphone), and
8. which diagnostic is part of the activity (CliftonStrengths 34 or Management Assessment).
Your assignment can be completed in any tool of your choosing, provided you can accomplish the parameters above (i.e., you can use MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, PDF, mind mapping software).