Category: Leadership

Please respond to the discussion post below.
Discussion:
This week we considered the learning loops found in our own organization, and how they can affect and influence learning and change within our organizations.
Learning Loops
Our organization, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, went through a reorganization in our department within the last year. Organizational change is powerful and can drive productivity, success, and emotion. As an academic advisor, I previously worked at our Seattle campus and worked with prospects, current students, and alumni in all the programs we offer. The majority of our students are veterans, Boeing employees, and international students. It was fun because anyone could walk through the door, even an astronaut.
Contrasting Experiences: single-loop, double-loop, and triple-loop learning
After our reorganization, my job shifted to one college, the College of Arts and Sciences, where I only serve graduate students. Now daily activities involve opening cases, reading, and fulfilling requests. The cases contain simple to complex requests.
Some cases involve single-loop learning tasks like registering and dropping students from their classes. This type of case involves making a choice based on policy, as long as I know the rule I can efficiently complete the task.
A double-loop task for example is a late drop, where reframing of the situation needs to take place. By asking more detailed questions, and inferring the student’s needs I can help my students achieve the late drop or not. Did they experience hardship or emergency? Are they no longer interested in taking the course? Each answer the student provides takes me as their advisor to a potentially different outcome. This decision tree is based on official policy and my approach (Magee, 1964).
Lastly, there are triple-loop learning situations where it is essential to be a curious listener. Sometimes a student needs to choose an elective that suits their future professional goals and any course can be chosen, even a study abroad experience. By listening to the student’s needs and values we can together discover options that fit the ideals of each dynamically changing student.
Theories-in-use Change
As I considered the single, double, and triple-loop learning criteria my mind evolved from simple to complex. The Cynefin framework sprang to my mind as somewhat analogous from clear to chaotic decision-making (CognitiveEdge, 2011). Decision-making and learning can be obvious and simple as we react to input when referring to best practices and official policy. Double-loop learning is reminiscent of complex decision-making by reframing questions and improving processes while still remaining within the constraints of what is allowed. Finally, it was more difficult to see triple-loop learning. In the Cynefin framework, Complex decision-making gives freedom to reflect and make inferences, and new choices evolve out of information where new ideas can emerge (Jensen, 2005). As I use the single, double and triple loop theories the concept of the triple loop learning is more difficult to isolate as it is the most complex. Learning, creating, and sharing new knowledge within my organization is encouraged and challenging simultaneously. As Nonaka found, tacit knowledge is difficult to convey and more easily shared with analogies and metaphors that help others relate (1991).
From learning to register and drop a student to understanding the course catalog, policy, and degree requirements well enough to create a custom degree plan runs the full gamut of single to multi-loop learning.
Assistance in Leading
ERAU strives to be a learning organization based on its willingness to modify and adjust to the current demands of technology. We take predictive action to produce what the students may need to know for their future success in their chosen industry. It will be incumbent of me to share knowledge with others with concepts that relate to their own knowledge. In this way, we will begin with a common understanding as the springboard for new ideas.
References
CognitiveEdge. (2011, July 11). The cynefin framework [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7oz366X0-8
Jensen, P. E. (2005). A contextual theory of learning and the learning organization. Knowledge and Process Management, 12(1), 53-64. https://doi.org/10.1002/kpm.217
Magee, J. (1964, July 1). Decision trees for decision making. Harvard Business Review. https://hbr.org/1964/07/decision-trees-for-decision-making
Nonaka, I. (1991). The knowledge-creating company. The Economic Impact of Knowledge, 175-187. https://doi.org/10.1016/b978-0-7506-7009-8.50016-1

***For this essay, please research and choose a company based in the United States that supports the Department of Defense.
1. Take a look at your firm. Identify improvements your firm should make in order to be a more diverse organization.
2. Next, assess the appetite of your firm for such changes.
3. Use the textbook chapter as one of the two sources needed. 4. Do not use more than two sources and please do not cite the sources more than three times total. The sources must be academic and current within two years.
****textbook chapter and source are uploaded****

Please respond to the discussion prompt below.
Prompt:
Hello Class,
My top five Clifton Strengths were achiever, learner, relator, responsibility, and arranger. The most prevalent theme for me was executing, with three out of the top five falling within this category. I agree with the results, however, I was surprised by some of the outcomes. For example, I expected that adaptability and positivity would have been much higher (both came in the 20s).
The achiever talent is very visible in my daily life. At work, I’m usually the first to arrive and often the last to leave. I hold a high standard for myself and my team and strive to be the best. I find great satisfaction in completing tasks. I typically complete tasks well before their deadlines because I want to finish them as soon as possible (I love checking items off my to-do list). At school, it’s not good enough for me to just get a passing grade or even an A… my goal is to get a 100% on every assignment.
The OBLD master’s program is a good example of my learner talent. I enrolled in this program through my employer because I had a desire to further my knowledge and learning. Like many of you, anyone who voluntarily pursues a master’s degree while holding a full-time job obviously prioritizes learning. Even before this program, I pursued other training courses and read leadership books to improve my skill.
As an example of the relator talent, I strive to develop strong relationships with each of my team members. Years ago, I read a quote that became a big part of my leadership approach. Maxwell (2011) encouraged leaders to ask “’Who can I add value to today?’ and ‘What can I do for others?’” (p. 196). To add value to my team members, I need to know who they are, what goals they have, and what they need. Relating to my team members daily is something I emphasize.
The responsibility talent is visible in how I follow through on my commitments. If I say I am going to do something, then I do it. I never want to be considered unreliable, so I stay late to complete a task if I tell someone that I would get it done.
The arranger talent is similar to my achiever talent. I take great pride in running an effective and efficient team. I like to coordinate the moving pieces and pair people together or rearrange assignments to get a better result. Each day I look for ways to improve operations or help my team members grow.
The shadow side of my responsibility talent really stood out to me. Because I am quick to volunteer for assignments and feel the need to complete everything, I often stay long hours at work and am pulled away from my family. I need to improve at setting boundaries so I can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Reference:
Maxwell, J. C. (2011). The 5 levels of leadership: Proven steps to maximize your potential (First ed.). Center Street.

The purpose of this assignment is to evaluate the application of various leadership models and approaches, specifically the path-goal theory and the situational approach to leadership, in extreme circumstances.
Review the Turn the Ship Around! (A) case. As a leader, you will be faced with responding immediately to solve issues. The Turn the Ship Around! (A) case is an example of leadership under extreme circumstances. Reflect on this example to shape how you might apply the goal-path theory and the situational leadership approach in an everyday, real-world situation.
Write a 500-750-word paper that analyzes the events outlined in the case by addressing the following questions and concepts. Be sure to support your rationale by providing specific examples. You are required to include three to five additional references to support your position.
Discuss how the leaders demonstrate flexibility and adaptability.
Describe how the leaders apply aspects of the path-goal theory to this situation.
Discuss the leader’s ability to communicate effectively with all of the stakeholders involved and how communication could have been improved.
Explain how well the leaders follow the situational approach to leadership.
Describe how this case might shape how you apply the goal-path theory and the situational approach in a real-world situation.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

Assignment Instructions:
Navigate to the NCLEX Test PlansLinks to an external site. on the National Council State Board of Nursing (NCSBN) website.
Select the current NCLEX-RN Test Plan version (April 2023), and download the document.
Respond to the following:
What percentage of the NCLEX licensure exam focuses on “Management of Care”?
What is the “Management of Care” definition on the test plan?
Describe nursing activities that are associated with “Management of Care.” Look closely at the “Related Activity” statement to respond to this question.
Select one Activity Statement and describe how you plan to implement this into client care.
Responses should be a minimum of 500 words, written in APA format. Two references should be supplied (The Yoder-Wise textbook can be one).
View rubric for details on how your instructor will grade your assignment.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent Knowledge
10 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Follows all requirements for the assignment. Conveys well-rounded knowledge of the topic. Excels in fully presenting what is known about the topic.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFlow of Content
10 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Well-organized. Information flows in logical and interesting sequence. Easy to read, follow, and understand throughout. Captures the reader’s attention.
Clarity, Critical Thinking
10 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Concisely explains the topic. Consistently analyzes information, offers insight, and draws conclusions. Excels in presentation of ideas. Scholarly work.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Composition
Spelling, grammar, and sentence structure.
5 to >4.0 pts
Proficient
An occasional error may occur, but writing, grammar, spelling, transitions, readability, and sentence structure are essentially error-free.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences
5 to >4.0 pts
Proficient
Information gathered from a variety of nursing journals and nursing and/or medical organization websites. Includes a minimum of 3 current references within the last 5 years.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format
5 to >4.0 pts
Proficient
An occasional error may occur, but the paper is essentially error-free, following APA format in the body of the paper and reference page.

Many vulnerable populations exist in the United States. Which vulnerable population do you think is the most challenging to care for, and how might your nursing care change when caring for this population as opposed to individual clients?
Please respond to the above writing prompt written in APA format, with a minimum of three references (one can be your Yoder-Wise textbook). Text book- Leading and Managing in Nursing Author: Yoder-Wise, Patricia Publisher: Elsevier Edition: 7th Availability:
View rubric for details on how your instructor will grade your assignment.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent Knowledge
10 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Follows all requirements for the assignment. Conveys well-rounded knowledge of the topic. Excels in fully presenting what is known about the topic.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFlow of Content
10 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Well-organized. Information flows in logical and interesting sequence. Easy to read, follow, and understand throughout. Captures the reader’s attention.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity, Critical Thinking
10 to >8.0 pts
Proficient
Concisely explains the topic. Consistently analyzes information, offers insight, and draws conclusions. Excels in presentation of ideas. Scholarly work.
Writing Composition
Spelling, grammar, and sentence structure.
5 to >4.0 pts
Proficient
An occasional error may occur, but writing, grammar, spelling, transitions, readability, and sentence structure are essentially error-free.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences
5 to >4.0 pts
Proficient
Information gathered from a variety of nursing journals and nursing and/or medical organization websites. Includes a minimum of 3 current references within the last 5 years.
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format
5 to >4.0 pts
Proficient
An occasional error may occur, but the paper is essentially error-free, following APA format in the body of the paper and reference page.

Overview:
Surprisingly, many organizations are not using social media. I was recently asked by a successful nonprofit organization to help implement an electronic newsletter. While they have an interest, they lack the technological expertise.
1. How is the use of Facebook important to an organization?
2. Does it provide a competitive advantage?
3. Share you thoughts regarding the questions.
4. Please review the following article which provides the Potential benefits of use of Social Media for project management.
a. Provide your thoughts on the article.
https://ipma.world/using-social-media-project-management-now-never-part-a/#:~:text=Social%20media%20apps%20can%20facilitate%20video%2C%20audio%20and,succinct%20manner%20%28e.g%2C%20through%20hashtag%20updates%2C%20project%20graffiti%29.
—-Please only use this link and the textbook chapters as the only sources. Please not not cite the source more than one time since this is only one page.
—–All references are provided in the uploaded documents.

The score of this article is not satisfactory, so I want the author to revise the content of the article according to the teacher’s feedback. Attached are study materials, teacher feedback, and original articles.

For this assignment, answer the following:
– What are your top five CliftonStrengths? (my top 5 are; Activator, Achiever, Learner, Strategic, & Developer)
– How does each of your top five talents show up in your daily work as a leader?
– Pick one of your top talents, how does the shadow side of this talent show up in your work?
For example, if one of your top talents is ‘Learner,’ this talent might show up in your daily work in that you like to stretch yourself into new areas that are completely unfamiliar to you. You love the challenge and excitement of learning something new about your job. You may even feel happiest when you get a chance to learn something new.
The shadow side of your ‘Learner’ talent might be that you sometimes spend too much time surfing the Internet to learn everything you can about a subject. Perhaps you should be working on something else, but you can’t pull yourself away from this exciting new subject.
For a few desictption of all of the 34 CliftonStrengths, visit the link below.
Link: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/253715/34-cliftonstrengths-themes.aspx
Fell free to use the attached resources as citations if you would like.

Mr. Rodriquez, a 78-year-old man who recently immigrated to the United States, was admitted to the medical unit, and diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia. The hematologist caring for this patient has explained reasonable treatment options for an individual of Mr. Rodriquez’s age and general medical condition. His daughter, who is distraught and unable to comprehend everything happening, tearfully asks the staff nurse, “If it were your father, what would you do?” The staff nurse repeats much of what the physician has said, attempting to clarify whether the daughter understood the recommended treatment and palliative care measures.
Although her father appears to accept these interventions, the daughter continues questioning the nurse, repeatedly asking the nurse what she would do if it were her father. She tells the nurse that she does not want her father to suffer, but she also wants her father to live as long as possible. She has also used the Internet to learn more about possible treatment options and has questioned many of the staff nurses on the unit about whether they would insist that more be done to preserve the life of a loved one.
The staff nurses have now come to you, the nurse manager, for advice on working with this patient and family.
1. Determine which ethical principle or principles are the most appropriate to consider in this instance and which principle or principles would best assist in guiding staff members.
2. What role, if any, does health literacy play in this scenario?
3. Are there additional resources within the facility that you might ask to assist in helping the staff care for this patient and family?
4. How might you begin to ensure that the staff nurses can better deal with such issues in the future?
ABOVE IS ORIGINAL TOPIC TO GIVE YOU A GENERAL IDEA OF WHAT is being talked about !! DO NOT RESPOND TO ORIGINAL TOPIC. ONLY RESPOND TO 2 PEERS LISTED BELOW WITH THEIR OWN IN TEXT CITATIONS AND REFERENCES. PLEASE USE FOLLOW UP QUESTIONS for each student IN APA FORMAT
Peer 1: Gaby
In this case, when deciding on Mr. Rodriquez’s course of treatment and collaborating with his daughter, the following ethical criteria must be considered: Autonomy: This principle strongly emphasizes the patient’s ability to choose their course of treatment. The daughter of Mr. Rodriquez is worried about her father’s health and wants to be a part of the decision-making. It is essential to inform patients and include them in treatment decisions to respect their autonomy. The second ethical criterion that should be considered is goodwill, which emphasizes acting in the patient’s best interests and enhancing their well-being. Given Mr. Rodriquez’s age and medical condition, the healthcare team must weigh the treatment’s possible advantages against its dangers and potential pain.
The nurse manager can consider taking the following activities to provide this patient and family better care. Support and education: The staff nurse can give the daughter more information and resources to increase her health literacy and comprehension of the available treatments. This might entail using straightforward language and visual aids or directing her to reliable sources for further information. If needed, use a medical interpreter. Due to Mr. Rodriquez’s recent immigration to the country, there could be a language problem. Using a medical interpreter may guarantee that your daughter understands what is being said and that communication is improved. The training, expertise, and cultural sensitivity of a medical interpreter serve to eliminate emotional prejudice and lessen the shock and anxiety of the circumstance. It fosters trust between the patient, their family, and their doctors or healthcare professionals (Morris, 2020). The nurse manager can assist the staff nurses in providing better care and support for Mr. Rodriquez and his family by considering these ethical standards, advancing health literacy, and utilizing available resources. 
References
Morris, L. (2020, June 24). The role and value of professional medical interpreters in the post-COVID-19 world. ForHealth Consulting. https://forhealthconsulting.umassmed.edu/blog/2020/06/24/role-and-value-professional-medical-interpreters-post-covid-19-world
Links to an external site.
Peer 2: Lorena
Hello class,
The most appropriate ethical principles to consider in this instance are beneficence, autonomy, and non-maleficence (Taylor et al., 2018). Beneficence, the responsibility of healthcare professionals to act in the best interest of the patient, entails providing the most appropriate treatment for Mr. Rodriquez’s condition and general health status. Respecting patient autonomy means acknowledging Mr. Rodriquez’s acceptance of the recommended interventions. Non-maleficence, or “not harm”, relates to the daughter’s desire to avoid causing her father suffering. By balancing the goal of providing effective care (beneficence) with the need to respect the patient’s wishes (autonomy) and minimize harm (non-maleficence), these principles could best guide staff members in their interactions with this patient and his family. Health literacy plays a significant role in this scenario (Sorensen et al., 2012). The daughter seems to lack a full understanding of her father’s condition and the implications of the proposed treatments. Although her internet research indicates an effort to increase her health literacy, she may be overwhelmed by the information available and struggle to comprehend the medical terminology and complexities of the situation. Additional resources within the facility could include a patient advocate or a social worker to help clarify information and provide emotional support. A medical interpreter could be helpful if there are any language barriers. Consulting with a palliative care team could address concerns about quality of life and end-of-life planning (Taylor et al., 2018). For the staff nurses to better manage such issues in the future, training in communication skills and patient education could be beneficial. They could also learn how to provide resources for further learning to patients and their families, such as reputable health information websites or support groups. Regular discussions or workshops on dealing with ethical dilemmas could also be beneficial to their professional development and patient interactions (Taylor et al., 2018).
References:
Taylor, C., Lillis, C., LeMone, P., Lynn, P. (2018). Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care. Wolters Kluwer Health.
Sorensen, K., Van den Broucke, S., Fullam, J., Doyle, G., Pelikan, J., Slonska, Z., & Brand, H. (2012). Health literacy and public health: A systematic review and integration of definitions and models. BMC public health, 12(1), 80.