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Leadership and Communication in Business, 2002.
A look at the importance of leadership and communication skills in the business world.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 105.95
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This paper discusses leadership and communication. In the few past years, there are many developments that have been used in modern business management to gain better control over the business and to increase the productivity of organizations.
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Transformational Leadership Within Businesses, 2002.
Review of five articles reporting on the importance of effective leadership when implementing change.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 76.95
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The information that has been successfully synthesized from the five articles on leadership presents a clear picture that leadership, when properly applied, can act as a catalyst in directing the course of an organization. The range of the five articles shows this to be the case regardless of context, for within the five articles the type of studies charted both school and business- oriented forms of organization.
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Leadership - High Performance Business, 2002.
A look at the advantages of leadership within business as opposed to management.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 38.95
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This paper investigates the qualities of high performance leadership within business. Through assessing leadership within a business environment, the reader understands how qualities found in leadership as opposed to management can potentially aid a company in terms of employee perception and performance.
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Business Management Literature Synopsis, 2005.
An analysis of business management and leadership techniques.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, AU$ 28.95
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This article examines the research on leadership and subordinate resilience research that was enacted by Harland and other academic business management colleagues. The basis of the article's research and methodology tests the reactions to 150 college students on relation to leadership 'resilience' managerial theories within a subordinate testing hierarchy. This paper actively asks 150 students to define and respond to questions regarding subordinate resilience, centering the research on the ability of leaders to actively take part in leading people in the business world. The main question the researchers that the paper poses is: 'Does Laisse Faire (passive leadership) leadership work well in business environments?'
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Leadership and Strategy, 2002.
A discussion of the strategies and leadership qualities necessary for business development.
1,084 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 40.95
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This paper outlines strategy formation which is a critical factor in business development, and examines the establishment of qualified leadership which is the key to successful achievement. The paper explains that managers must possess high expectations and clearly defined roles in order to develop successful strategies. The writer discusses the fact that a business must clearly delineate leadership roles and strategies in order to acquire the opportunities available in a volatile market.
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"The top executives of an organization must develop a set of reasonable expectations regarding managerial performance. Roles must be clearly defined at the beginning in order to maximize efficiency within the firm, and this can be achieved by providing employees with distinct duties and responsibilities in relation to their assigned business segments. Employees in management positions are expected to recognize the potential within other employees in order to promote personal growth and commitment. Furthermore, leaders are required to give their maximum efforts at all times within their defined roles."
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Authenticity in Leadership, 2005.
This paper is a literature review discussing authenticity in leadership and business leadership education programs.
20,880 words (approx. 83.5 pages), 43 sources, APA, AU$ 269.95
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This paper explains that authentic leadership, which embraces self-knowledge that does not mind facing personal shortcomings or needed change, is critically lacking, but very needed, in today's global environment. The author points out that leadership development can impart particular skills and provide experiences to learn these skills such as communication, more efficient management and organization, staff relationships and achieving their vision. The paper relates that the primary learning experiences for authenticity in leadership appear to be through experiential learning; therefore, funding of programs that bring together the many different cultures of the world in combination with the many different perspectives and views is very important. Charts and tables.
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Introduction
Evolution of Organizations
Evolution of Leadership
The Emerging Profile for Leadership Effectiveness
Authenticity as a Key Attribute for Effective Leadership
Concepts of Authority in Leadership
Scope, Components, Correlates
Evidence of Positive Effects of Authenticity in Leadership Productivity, Morale
Performance, Results
Other Benefits
Examples of Authentic Leaders and Their Development
Learned in school
Culturally Derived
Experientially Derived
Mentored Result
Business School Preparation of Students to Lead with Authenticity
Assessment of Effectiveness
Student Perceptions
Awareness of the Need - Indications
Perceived Confidence to Lead Effectively
Global Leadership Issues
Conclusions
Apparent Message of Students
Need for Research
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"The evolution of leadership as well as that of the business organization itself has seen many popular methods and procedures in team leading come and go, however there are primary methods of leadership that always come back around to popular use due to their effectiveness. Just as the corporate and business environment has shifted through many phases with methods and procedural evolution there has also been evolution in leadership methods and styles. From the earlier days of the very amoral leaders there have been many corrupt dealings for Enron did most certainly not write the book on this type of business dishonesty."
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Ethics in Business, 2005.
This paper discusses ethic in business especially through corporate leadership.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, AU$ 96.95
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This paper examines the effect that corporate leadership can have on the ethical standing of a corporation. The author focuses on Dennis Kozlowski, former CEO of Tyco, and the series of unethical actions that he committed during his tenure as CEO of Tyco. The paper draws some conclusions regarding the connection between the unethical actions of a corporate leader and the ethical business environment of the corporation as a whole.
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"Corporate greed, excess, and especially illegal activities to those effects have become center-stage in the public's scrutiny of big business. With scandals like Enron, WorldCom, and even Martha Stewart, the public seems to have an almost insatiable blood-lust to see the rich and powerful pay for their crimes. More importantly, however, is the fact that corporate greed and excess among the leaders of a corporation have a way of infiltrating the whole of the culture of a corporation and leading to unethical behavior throughout the company in the long-run. Employees, like children, often learn by example. If the CEO thinks its permissible to abuse company resources, then how long will it be before employees throughout the company hierarchy do the same?"
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Confucius and Business Management, 2005.
This paper discusses the philosophies of Confucius and Confucianism as a model for business leadership.
1,335 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 48.95
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This paper explains that the philosophies of Confucius stresses ethics, order, stability and morality; concepts to which business and management should aspire. The author points out that, during the time of Confucius' life, "a gentleman" was expected to be "balanced and should be as good an archer as a scholar"; in today's business world, this translates that an effective leader at work should be a well-rounded person, having addition avocations and talents outside of work and putting effort into his or her family and community. The paper relates that Confucius' universal virtues can help business managers overcome obstacles by using his golden rule (written well before the "golden rule" in the Bible): "What you do not want done to yourself, do not do unto others" or, if you expect your employees to treat you with respect and dignity, rather than with scorn and animosity, then do not treat them poorly.
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Introduction
Confucius as Teacher and Statesman: Establishing a Vision; Stimulating People to Gain New Competencies.
Overcoming Obstacles and Helping People to Overcome Failures
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"Confucius wrote many important works which are studied and utilized today in a number of societies - especially Asian societies. One of his more poignant and profound works is called the Analects (Lun Yu), in which his teachings - and some of his sayings as well as memorable sayings of his disciples - are to be retrieved. "The Analects is regarded as the most influential Confucian text", and though it is not a continuous story, it covers brilliantly and succinctly the areas of virtue, moral cultivation, education, music and government. "Never disobey," Confucius replied when asked about filial piety."
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Gender Differences in Business Management, 2008.
This paper looks at the differences between men and women as they relate to business management.
2,425 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 18 sources, APA, AU$ 80.95
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This paper reviews journal literature dating from 2005 and later, noting that there is almost complete agreement that there are differences between men and women' management styles. The writer notes that the literature finds that women are regarded as bringing a more open and cooperative style to business leadership, which can enhance business operations. Thus the most successful businesses are those which integrate women and their skills into operations. The writer points out that professional literature on gender differences shows that disputes between men and women appear to be fading from the scene. While this is certainly not entirely the case, there is a comparative lack of serious, peer-reviewed articles dealing with gender conflicts in business. The writer maintains that this is partly a result of the many statutes that have been adopted in the United States and most western nations making discrimination illegal and giving civic remedies to those victimized by this discrimination.
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"A good deal of new research has been done in recent years concerning women and sales, because sales is perceived as an area in which people can advance rapidly. A good deal of the research in the sales setting has focused on gender based differences in approaches. Females, for example, tend to believe that other sales-people they encounter have a considerable degree of expertise, attributing to them a much higher degree of competence than their male colleagues do. Further, women overall place higher values on cooperative efforts and the fostering of harmonious relations. They also, as noted, tend to tend to use an integrated approach to information tasks. These traits, taken as a whole, allow women to perceive conflict between buyers and sellers as functional rather than dysfunctional. They tended to view these conflicts as exchanges of information, whereas men tended to view them as affective conflict, in which values were genuinely at stake."
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Business Strategy of Ray Kroc, 2004.
Presents a biography of the brain behind McDonald's business success, Ray Kroc, paying particular attention to his leadership qualities.
5,000 words (approx. 20.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 136.95
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In a highly competitive world, business strategy is vital to success and, as demonstrated by some individuals, an ordinary business can be converted into a massive chain of outlets on an international scale. An example of this kind of success is Ray Kroc's McDonald's, which developed from a relatively small fast-food company into a fast-food chain with outlets in nearly every corner of the world. The paper discusses the reasons behind this incredible business success story, focusing on the qualities in the man, Ray Kroc, such as vision, authority, and perseverance, which made McDonald's what it is today.
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"Two particular accounts that have been remembered about his authoritative attitude include the time that he fired an employee for not wearing properly polished shoes. The second account that is remembered is the time that he nearly fired a manager for not having enough of what he called 'potential' (Kroc & Anderson, 1990). This authoritative attitude is one that can so easily be associated with cruelty and lack of consideration for employees. However, this action demonstrates the standards that Kroc expected to maintain without any exceptions being made."
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History of the Business World, 2002.
A look at the different influences on the American business world from eighteen-seventy and nineteen-twenty.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, AU$ 57.95
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This paper will discuss the nature of the business world in America during the seventy years between eighteen-seventy and nineteen-twenty. By using business leaders and examples of the change that took place can an evaluation of this history will be made. The reasons for this great change in the business world were due to the American system of government taking more of a leadership role in the world. Also, the changes caused from Industrialization were being made more efficient in the in America and her economic powers were becoming clearly more imperialistic.
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Principles of Business Management, 2006.
A discussion of business principles and how to manage change.
2,473 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 81.95
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This paper discusses business principles that most effectively handle a constantly changing business environment. The paper explains that companies that evolve with the times are the companies that are most likely to succeed and that, in order to evolve with the times, companies must practice business principles that take into account both environmental and human factors.
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Functions of Management
Understanding Management
Human Relations
Human Resources
Behavioral Sciences
Recent Historical Trends
The Learning Organization
Environment
Corporate Culture
Environment and Culture
Symbolic Leadership
Managerial Ethics
Change
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"According to Daft (1997:8) there are four management functions: planning, organizing, leading and controlling. These are all functions that a manager needs to perform at some stage of the management process. Planning involves defining goals, and selecting tasks and resources in order to reach these goals. Organizing is the next step. The selected tasks now have to be assigned to the relevant work force, tasks are also grouped into departments, and selected resources are allocated. The next stage, leading, largely involves motivation. The workforce needs to be motivated so that organizational goals can be achieved. Controlling is a process that is used throughout the other three functions. This is a monitoring process during which employees' activities are assessed. The manager determines whethe the organization is moving towards its goals in an acceptible manner, and if not, what needs to be done to rectify the problem."
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Business Managers, 2006.
This paper explores five principles for success in managing a firm.
1,297 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 0 sources, AU$ 47.95
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In this paper, the writer writes of the top five business ideas acquired during a business seminar for managers: leadership, cross cultural communication, business ethics, brand image and business negotiations.
The paper explains that good leadership is the single most important factor contributing to the success of an organization. The paper discusses how successful cross cultural communication is becoming more important than ever before and how the results of unethical business practices can prove catastrophic to organizations. The writer relates that it is extremely difficult to change the brand image after it well established and knowing how to negotiate successfully will improve our interactions with customers and co-workers.
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"Good leadership is the single most important factor contributing to the success of an organization. However, most businesses focus primarily on financial results. In doing so, they miss the important fact that their financial results are actually the outcome of the work produced by the employees. The more energized and motivated the employees, the greater the chances of success for the organization.
Good leaders have always motivated their people. Martin Luther King, Winston Churchill, Gandhi and our own Silicon Valley icons such as Andy Grove and Steve Jobs have successfully motivated their followers and employees to produce their very best work. Indeed, as Twyla Dell so accurately stated of motivation, "The heart of motivation is to give people what they really want most from work. The more you are able to provide what they want, the more you should expect what you really want, namely: productivity, quality and service."
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Business Analysis, 2005.
An analysis of the criteria for a successful business.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 28.95
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This paper analyzes the top one-hundred companies and the top one-hundred best employers in the United States. It demonstrates that they share a number of similarities, but also feature a number of differences. It is evident from comparing and contrasting these companies that the rationales cited for their success by the selected sources are generally valid. It explains that success in business is attained through inspired and effective leadership, the development of appealing products and marketing savvy, regardless of the size of a business.
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"Analyzing the top one-hundred companies and the top one-hundred best employers in the United States demonstrates that they share a number of similarities, but also feature a number of differences. It is evident from comparing and contrasting these companies that the rationales cited for their success by the selected sources are generally valid, for success in business is attained through inspired and effective leadership, the development of appealing products, and marketing savvy, regardless of the size of a business. But as Collins (2001) notes, many of the top companies and best employers succeed primarily because they foster a corporate culture that rigorously seeks out and promotes disciplined people who think and act in a disciplined manner. Most of these top companies share many of ..."
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Harley-Davidson Business Analysis, 2007.
A strategic business analysis and recommendations for the Harley-Davidson Motor Company.
2,111 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 71.95
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This paper presents a business analysis of the Harley-Davidson Motor Company (HDMC). The paper gives a general overview of the company and then discusses the company's strategic factors, in more detail. It focuses on the company's strengths and weaknesses and then discusses its opportunities for growth. The paper concludes with recommendations for Harley-Davidson's future strategies.
Table of Contents:
Company Overview
Analysis of Strategic Factors
HDMC Strengths
Brand Image
Market Share Leadership
Offerings across Multiple Product Segments
Extensive Distribution Network
Strong Operating Performance
Weaknesses
Weak European Business Performance
Rising Dealer Inventory And Decline In Value Of Pre-Owned Vehicles
SEC Inquiry Over Harley-Davidson Production Plans
Opportunities
Demand For Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
Expansion Into New Demographics
Improvement In Production Efficiency
Threats
Intense Competition, Especially In European Markets
Increase In Raw Material Prices
Regulatory Issues
Strategic Alternatives and Recommended Strategy
Implementation
Evaluation and Control
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"Harley-Davidson increased its gross margin by nearly 2% in 2004 largely due to increased production and price increases and a $1 billion on capital improvements in its production facilities. Capacity expansion projects include a 60,000 square foot expansion at Tomahawk, Wisconsin, facility; a 165,000 sq. ft. addition to its product development center in Wisconsin; and a 350,000 sq. ft. expansion at its York, Pennsylvania, facility."
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Platonic Ethical Philosophy in the Modern Business World, 2005.
A discussion regarding the role of classical Greek ethics in the modern business world.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, AU$ 47.95
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In this paper, one can see how Plato's greater good helps us to understand how respect for the law helps build real business value over the long-term. Not only does cheating and fraud destroy society and the majority of business holders, one can see this eroding real talent that will further build innovation for the future. This paper reflects how by showing good ethics in the workplace, and in leadership, one can see how creativity and strategic talent will create an abundance of profit within legal boundaries.
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"This business study will examine the role of proper ethics in the classical Greek tradition, but within the premise of modern business. In the case of the Martha Stewart as an example of business ethics abuse, one can realize the depth of corruption that has damaged the validity of big business. By examining some of Plato's ethical perspectives through the modern business world, the use of ethics can be useful in preventing further acts of business abuse within the higher corporate levels. The role of ethics in the modern business world is to make sure that all get a fair and level playing field in the market. In this manner, no one should be able to 'cheat' when it comes to gaining information, which will help determine one's success or failure. "
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