Describe an organizational leader that you admire.  Define the traits they exhibit and the results of those traits.

What types of characteristics defines a leader?

What can leaders do to be effective when team members are from different cultures and have different expectations about how the leader should behave?

Relatedly, how can leaders build a sense of community and a safe environment for their employees? What type of manager is a champion for ideas?

Describe Situational Leadership (according to Hersey and Blanchard) in terms of leadership style vs. follower development.

One prominent leadership theory is the situational leadership theory, which suggests that effective leadership is contingent upon the specific circumstances or context in which it occurs. According to this theory, leaders should adapt their style based on the readiness or maturity level of their followers. In other words, leaders must assess the competence and commitment of their followers and adjust their leadership approach accordingly, whether it be directing, coaching, supporting, or delegating tasks. By flexibly adapting their leadership style to meet the needs of their followers, leaders can maximize their effectiveness and facilitate the achievement of organizational goals.   Question: How can leaders effectively assess the readiness or maturity level of their followers in order to determine the most appropriate leadership style to employ?

Define four of the five leadership approaches. Give a real-life scenario or example for each approach.  Leadership Approaches Trait Functional Styles Situational Transformational

Does research support that one or more particular leadership styles increase organizational effectiveness? Explain how this works. Include a theoretical model if you wish.