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Presidential Leadership Qualities, 2008.
A personal view of the leadership qualities necessary for a future President of the United States.
702 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 37.95
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The writer describes the leadership qualities he would ideally like to see in a candidate for the Presidency of the United States that include integrity, responsibility and a commitment to set a visionary and inspiring example the American people can admire and emulate. The writer argues that America is in desperate need of a charismatic transformational leader who will tell them the truth, inspire them and set an example of responsible governing in order to restore trust in the White House. The writer claims that this trust has been shattered by the current president and needs to be restored.
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"The last seven years have been an endless spectacle of deceit and corruption. Because of relentless presidential abuses of power since 2001, a public consensus has formed in the United States and the world beyond that leading Bush Administration officials, including the president himself, are scheming liars, brazen hypocrites, and have nothing but contempt for the principles of democracy and the rule of law. They have acknowledged no limit to their power, reject every fact that does not coincide with their delusional worldview, and spend most of their time trying to cover up the abuses of power and obstructions of justice they have perpetrated for seven years."
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Leadership Qualities, 2007.
This paper discusses leadership qualities as they relate to organizational improvement and team management.
1,432 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 68.95
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The paper explores leadership qualities in general. The paper then offers several personal observations and experiences regarding leadership within a production environment. The paper discusses team leadership, composition and motivational strategies.
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"Several years ago the most successful CEOs were the models for effective team management and leadership upon which most business circles and academic programs built their leadership models. Yet, after the endless scandals beginning with Enron organizational management is realizing that these role models for effective leadership within an organization are not necessarily the most ideal in regards to effective team management and strategic vision: "Jack Welch, the former CEO of General Electric, is often used as a model of business leadership. Welch's excessive focus on immediate business objectives prevented him from leading through a broader and more humane moral horizon."(Thompson, 2004, para.1). As it turns out, such short-term, performance based objectives, while accomplishing the immediate task at hand, rarely return positive results in the long term."
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Leadership Qualities, 2005.
A discussion of different studies on theories of leadership qualities.
750 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 38.95
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This paper examines and reviews two different studies on the leadership traits and qualities of effective leaders. The paper first summarizes and analyzes an article in the "Journal of Personality and Social Psychology" by D.K. Simonton, which approaches leadership assessment by using the personality theory. The paper then summarizes and analyzes "The Importance of Context: Qualitative Research and the Study of Leadership" by Bryman, Stephens, and Campo, which approaches leadership assessment by placing greater emphasis on qualitative research. Finally, the paper briefly explains the advantages of both approaches and why both research techniques can be useful in gleaning an accurate picture of how leaders really function in different environments.
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"In the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, (1988), D.K. Simonton used the personality basis of leadership research that looks at the effectiveness of a leader as a result of particular personality traits. For this study, Simonton carried out an archival analysis of the personalities and personal histories of thirty-nine American presidents, and related that to their perceived effectiveness as Heads of State. An analysis of eight-two separate personality characteristics were ultimately reduced to five general categories; ?The interpersonal, charismatic, deliberative, creative, and neurotic styles.? (Simonton, 1988). Simonton makes the point that research into leadership is frequently concerned with the question of whether a great leader is born, or becomes a great leader according to circumstances. ?Is leadership a matter of being the right person, or is it due more to being at the right place at the right time?? (Simonton, 1988)."
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The Impact of Athletics on Leadership, 2002.
An examination of how athletics help to develop leadership qualities.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 7 sources, AU$ 91.95
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Examines how athletics help to develop leadership qualities. Importance of issue. Social context. Focus on team sports as illustrating relationship between leader & those he leads. Vital role of the coach. Importance of rules. Gives examples of specific coaches (Phil Jackson, Vince Lombardi) & players (Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal) with leadership qualities.
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"This study will examine how athletics helps to develop leadership qualities. This issue is important because of the emphasis on sports in modern society, and, therefore, both young and older athletes learn many lessons about life and behavior from sports. It is also crucial to differentiate between the emphasis on winning that is so prevalent at every level of sports today, and the leadership which transcends victory or defeat. By "leadership," this study will refer to those qualities which drive an individual to excel himself or herself, but which also drives that individual to help and inspire others to reach their potential as well in a team-oriented, cooperative atmosphere. An excellent player will always want to excel, but an effective leader must practice and instill in others on the team the desire to excel as a team, not merely as a group of individuals. In..."
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Leadership Potential in the Coast Guard, 2007.
A discussion on the importance of leadership qualities among United States Coast Guard members.
1,462 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 70.95
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This paper discusses the importance of building leadership potential early in the careers of the United States Coast Guard members. The paper talks about the general importance of leadership qualities and how these attributes can be applied to coast guard members to improve the service that they provide. It suggests some places where individuals can learn leadership qualities before joining the United States Coast Guard.
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"Another History Today article extols the leadership of British Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, who led British ships into battle in the late 1700s, defeating, among other notable forces, Napoleon's fleet in the Battle of the Nile (1798). His leadership philosophy, according to historic records in his own words: "A commander gives his orders in a manner that ensures that his subordinates understand his intentions, their own missions, and the context of those missions" (Vincent, 2003). Moreover, Nelson went on, "Subordinates are told what effect they are to achieve and the reason why it needs to be achieved." That is good advice for today's leaders in the CG; explain the mission and why it is pivotal, don't just bellow out orders."
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Leadership, 2004.
An overview of leadership qualities and styles in an organizational setting.
3,559 words (approx. 14.2 pages), 16 sources, MLA, AU$ 143.95
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In any organization, groups and teams both need a leader to direct and channel their energy to achieve the desired results. This paper examines how leadership qualities have changed over time, with preference given today to leaders who help build a learning culture within groups and teams and are willing to act as coaches and mentors to ensure that the group achieves its full potential.
Paper Outline
Significant Issues in Group Dynamics and the Leaders Role
Leadership Styles
Leadership, Decision-Making, and Group Dynamics
Conclusion
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"Most groups and teams generally utilize five levels of decision-making: command, consult, majority, consensus and unanimity. It is easy to understand that these decision types are very closely related to the time constraints before a decision is arrived at. When the command type of decision-making process is used, the leader identifies the tasks at hand and designates responsibilities to all the members. This type of decision-making can be accomplished in the shortest possible time?it however, has a major drawback. It will be difficult for the leader to get buy-ins for the task from team members if the members do not agree with the decision made."
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Mindfulness-Based Leadership, 2008.
This paper explores mindfulness-based leadership and its qualities.
2,961 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 17 sources, APA, AU$ 126.95
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The paper discusses how mindfulness-based leadership is a philosophy and a systematic set of actions and mental strategies. The paper looks at the major qualities that are essential for this style of leadership and shows how the mindful leader develops the individual capabilities of his team members and molds them into a fully functioning team with a sense of mission. The paper includes two diagrams.
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Introduction
Qualities of Mindfulness Based Leadership
Need for Mindful Leadership for Leaders and Their Organizations
Organizational Constraints to Leadership Role
Mindfulness Based Leadership in Management
Conclusion
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"Leadership is the ability to get work done with and through others, while at the same time winning their confidence, respect, loyalty and willing co-operation. The first part of this definition is the same as for management. It is the second half, which highlights the difference between a leader and a non-leader. Managers who possess the quality of guiding and directing the subordinates in an organization to perform their jobs efficiently can be called business leaders. A leader interprets the objectives of the group and guides it towards the achievement of these objectives."
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A New Paradigm of Leadership?, 2007.
This paper posits that new leadership qualities are not necessary to meet the requirements of a changing world.
878 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 45.95
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The paper argues that a new paradigm of leadership is not needed; effective leadership will likely continue to be based on the same balance of transformational and transactional qualities that have defined effective leaders throughout human history. The paper reviews the organizational literature on leadership with reference to historical models and explores the dominant models with reference to two articles on leadership in health care practices. The paper shows how there is no one template of effective leadership as different situations require different approaches.
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"While it may be argued that the 21st century also demands new leadership reality to meet the demands of a changing world, a review of the literature on leadership and a sense of historical scope suggests this is not the case. Indeed, throughout human history the qualities of great leaders have remained remarkably consistent. The scholarly literature on leadership indicates that the "effective leader achieves a balance between transformational and transactional behaviors" (McGuire and Kennerly 180). Transformational behaviour includes charismatic leadership and the capacity to inspire followers beyond their self-interest, while transactional leadership is an approach that manipulates followers to achieve goals based upon rewards or positive reinforcement (McGuire and Kennerly 179-180)."
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Management and Leadership, 2004.
An analysis of the importance of solid leadership qualities to maintain a healthy organization.
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 62.95
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This paper examines the role and responsibilities of leaders in creating and maintaining a healthy organizational culture. It defines the differences and similarities between leadership and management. Organizational culture is explained, and the leader's role in effectively sustaining its health is explored. The paper offers recommendations to encourage continued growth and success of an organization.
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"This connection begins at a fundamental level of human sociology where the use of story is central. Howard Gardner (1995) reflects, "the ultimate impact of the leader depends most significantly on the particular story that he or she relates or embodies, and the receptions to that story on the part of the audiences" (p. 14). By telling stories, allows for a certain level of openness or vulnerability on the part of the leader and makes them human. By opening the line of communication, gives the employee knowledge of their environment and develops trust. The leader's role is to sell the idea of commitment within a culture. Odiorne (1987) suggests, "if employees know what is expected, and what help and resources are available, they can then be relied upon to govern their actions to achieve the commitments they have made" (p. 138). This sets the stage for goals and achieving high performance. The culture in turn feeds off this energy and excitement."
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Leadership and Education, 2006.
An in-depth analysis of the effects of leadership and leadership theories on the quality of education.
29,200 words (approx. 116.8 pages), 83 sources, MLA, AU$ 360.95
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This study examines the effects of leadership and leadership theories on the educational continuum and specifically on the effect it has on the quality of education. The study uses a mixed methodology to investigate various leadership theories and examines their effect on the quality of higher education. The research shows that the delivery of educational leadership services by colleges and universities and the impact of traditional curricula on prospective educators continues to be debated and refined. The impact of additional unfunded mandates from the federal No Child Left Behind Act is profound, with many low-performing schools being threatened with the loss of their funding if they fail to achieve at least minimum academic achievement standards.
Contents:
Chapter 1: Introduction
Background
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Significance of the Study
Nature of the Study
Research Questions
Conceptual Framework
Definitions
Assumptions
Scope, Limitations, and Delimitations
Chapter Summary
Chapter 2: Literature Review
Background and Overview
Foundations of Educational Philosophy in the United States
Curricula Reform Initiatives
Leadership Theories
Organizational Behavior in Academic Settings
Leadership in Academic Settings
Chapter Summary
Chapter 3: Methodology
Research Method and Design Appropriateness
Population, Sampling, and Data Collection Procedures and
Rationale
Internal and External Validity
Data Analysis
Organization and Clarity
Chapter Summary
Chapter 4: Data Analysis
Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
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"While a wide range of traits have been identified as being associated with different aspects of leadership effectiveness, the specific association between individual traits and effectiveness has frequently been unconvincing (Bass 1985, cited in Fernandez, 2005). Furthermore, the research to date has consistently failed to identify a set of skills and traits that all successful leaders must possess in order to be effective in a given setting (Fernandez, 2005). Likewise, although the importance of effective leadership in educational settings is widely recognized, there remains a lack of consensus on what works best and why; indeed, given the abysmal performance of many of the nation's schools despite repeated efforts at curricula reform and pedagogical alternatives, it would seem that this lack of consensus is based on a paucity of sound models rather than a lack of effort. In this regard, Short and Greer (2002) report that in recent years, there has been a concerted effort to restructure public education. "Site-based management, charter schools, learner- centered communities, and teacher empowerment have been the focus of much of the reform effort," they advise (p. viii). These initiatives have created a concomitant debate concerning what types of educational leaders are needed in this dynamic environment. According to Short and Greer, "Ideas about leadership have expanded as schools attempt to build learning organizations with empowered participants. While much has been written about school restructuring, there is a need for a better understanding about how to build empowering environments in schools based on empirical findings rather than rhetoric or opinion" (2002, p. ix)."
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Leadership, 2000.
This papers focuses on leadership qualities in an organization. Employee motivation, team work and different styles of leadership are discussed.
2,233 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 100.95
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Discusses how leadership means to use power effectively and in a responsible manner. The paper shows that leadership has to be embedded into the corporate culture so that it can occur as part of everyday activities. It lists the qualities of leadership which include, being knowledgeable, wisdom, ability to rule, confidence, and the ability to influence people or group to do work. The advantage of team work is discussed as it can be applied to the workplace and assist in building motivation amongst employees.
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"Leader is a person who leads a particular group, community, class, organization or nation. Leadership involves setting up high but realistic performance goals and finding out ways to improve operations and procedures and striving for total quality in all areas. Leadership demonstrates an exceptional blend and balance of business savvy, technical know-how and leadership ability. She or he will find opportunities to lead projects, cross-functional teams and workgroups."
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Five Qualities of the Successful Manager, 2002.
How to determine the five most important qualities in successful leadership.
2,194 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 22 sources, APA, AU$ 99.95
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The paper explains the five necessary qualities found in successful managers and how one can develop them. The qualities explored are-- a suitable personality, conscientiousness, emotional stability, openness to new experiences and having an outgoing personality.
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"Normally we can conclude that people who are more competitively oriented oftentimes act in aggressive and uncooperative manners. To their way of thinking the only situation is one of win-lose, and they are often found trying to dominate others. This does not make for a successful leader, obviously. The more agreeable type person is one who is concerned with trying to satisfy both parties' concerns in a conflict. People who have an agreeable orientation tend to be highly assertive and highly co-operative in behavior. They seek a mutually beneficial solution, integration and win-win situations. It is easy to see this would make a more successful leader (McKenna 1995)."
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William Golding's "Lord of the Flies", 2006.
A look at leadership qualities in William Golding's novel, "Lord of the Flies".
1,242 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, AU$ 61.95
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This paper describes and analyzes the main characters in William Golding's famous novel, "Lord of the Flies" and explains how these characters exemplify specific leadership qualities, although not necessarily the best leadership qualities. The paper explains that Golding's book makes a statement about the dark side of human nature and the role civilization plays in controlling that dark side.
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"The first trait of a leader is that of democracy and the desire to use advisors. The first order of business is to have a leader elected. Although Ralph is reluctant at first, he calls together the survivors for an election of a leader. Ralph also creates laws, including the freedom of speech, a democratic trait. Ralph utilizes Piggy as an advisor. Piggy is certainly more intelligent than Ralph. The idea of creating a society in the uninhabited island came from Piggy's mind. It is Piggy who suggest having a meeting and keeping names. Ralph himself admits this fact, "Only decide Ralph as he faced the chief's seat. I can't think. Not like Piggy". Also the author says, "Only Piggy could have the intellectual daring to suggest moving the fire from the mountain", when Piggy suggested to move the fire from the mountain to avoid the beast."
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Moses and Odysseus, 2004.
A comparison of the leadership qualities of Moses and Odysseus.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, AU$ 60.95
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This paper examines how, in the "Book of Exodus" in the Holy Bible, and in Homer?s "Odyssey", the leadership qualities of Moses and Odysseus are thoroughly demonstrated by their individual actions and reactions to particular circumstances in their lives. It shows how, with Moses, several examples of his leadership traits are connected to the Egyptians and to his own people, being the Israelites. With Odysseus, the best examples of his leadership qualities lie in his concern for his fellowman and the future of his family in Ithaca, comprised of Telemachus, his son, and Penelope, his good wife, who has waited more than twenty years for his return from the Trojan War.
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"One of the first important incidents related in Exodus that demonstrates the leadership qualities of Moses concerns the time when he wandered out of the Egyptian palace and came upon a scene that opened his eyes to the fate of his fellow Israelites--?And it came to pass in those days when Moses was grown up, that he went out unto his brethren and looked on their burdens; and he saw an Egyptian smiting a Hebrew, one of his brethren? (2:11). In response to this act, Moses rescued a fellow Israelite from a beating and inflicted a kind of justice on the Egyptian that symbolized the worst excesses of the Egyptian monarchy. Thus, Moses exhibited one of the best attributes of leadership, being the saving of a fellow human being while putting his own life at risk for the sake of another."
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"The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader", 2006.
A review of the motivational book "The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader" John C. Maxwell.
960 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 50.95
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This paper is a review and critique of the John C. Maxwell book "The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader". The author of this paper discusses Maxwell's writing, calling it effective and rich with compelling examples. The author agrees that the "indispensable" qualities Maxwell outlines are extremely important to leadership, but doubts whether any one person could posses them all. The paper concludes with the author's opinion that Maxwell missed out on one of the most important qualities --recognizing one's own weaknesses.
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"Two qualities that impacted me while reading the book were focus and initiative. Every day we see successful people on television or in the newspaper or we come into contact with them in our daily lives. It is easy to look at these people and imagine ourselves as being as successful as they are. Although some of these people may not have the best character, they might not be the best listeners, and they might not all be easy to get along with, one thing that truly successful people all seem to have is initiative and focus. This is because in order to accomplish anything in life, you must take the first step toward accomplishing it. The world is full of people who want to have success who have a clear vision of what that success is. However, most of them do not have the initiative to start on the road toward accomplishing that success. Once you start on that road, it is even more difficult to stay focused and follow it through to the end. The world is also filled with distractions and people vying for your time. This is why I found these two traits to be the most important ones Maxwell has presented."
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"17 Essential Qualities of a Team Leader", 2005.
A book review of "17 Essential Qualities of a Team Leader: Becoming the Kind of Person Every Team Wants" by management guru John C. Maxwell.
1,204 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 60.95
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This paper provides a review of Maxwell's book and then examines the seventeen qualities listed by the author as being essential for making a great leader. It explains that to suit the needs of today's marketplace and corporate structure, Maxwell offers a different concept and ideal of leadership that is uniquely profitable for the downsized corporate structures of the 21st century.
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"Jones is an example of how "hunger to learn" and "obsessive curiosity" are just as important qualities in team leaders as they are to the artists Jones represents. Learning is kept to embodying the principle of adaptability, the first quality of team leadership delineated in the text. (1) Adaptability, or bending but not being broken by the needs and ideas of others is important to being able to bounce off the creative ideas and ideals of musicians, Jones' example suggests."
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