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What is the main duty of a leader according to the content?
What is the main duty of a leader according to the content?
To create followers who are also self-leaders.
According to Tom Peters, what makes a great leader?
According to Tom Peters, what makes a great leader?
The ability to create more leaders.
What is a major cause of failure in leadership as mentioned in the content?
What is a major cause of failure in leadership as mentioned in the content?
Which of the following are characteristics of effective decision-making as per the content? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are characteristics of effective decision-making as per the content? (Select all that apply)
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Effective teams take real effort from both the ______ and the members of the team. For most students, working in a team is a new experience and can be frustrating in the beginning as they learn how to be effective in the group setting.
Effective teams take real effort from both the ______ and the members of the team. For most students, working in a team is a new experience and can be frustrating in the beginning as they learn how to be effective in the group setting.
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What is the greatest source of power according to the content?
What is the greatest source of power according to the content?
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Which type of decision-making involves a small group planning beforehand to get their way?
Which type of decision-making involves a small group planning beforehand to get their way?
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The Handclasp decision-making involves detailed discussion before reaching a conclusion.
The Handclasp decision-making involves detailed discussion before reaching a conclusion.
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THE _____ decision involves one person making a suggestion that receives immediate approval.
THE _____ decision involves one person making a suggestion that receives immediate approval.
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Study Notes
Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
- The role of a leader is to create followers who are also self-leaders
- The task of a leader is to bring about constructive and necessary change
- The responsibility of a leader is to bring about change
- The greatest source of power is trust
How to Be an Effective Leader
- Lead by example and practice what you preach
- Listen with understanding and be willing to discuss and solve problems
- Support and help your team, and be on their side
- Use a team approach to help the group reach better decisions
- Avoid close supervision and delegate authority to your team
- Trust your team's judgment and permit group decision-making
Major Causes of Failure in Leadership
- Inability to organize details
- Unwillingness to render humble service
- Expecting payment for what you know rather than what you do
- Fear of competition from followers
- Lack of imagination
- Selfishness
- Disloyalty
- Abuse of power
- Emphasis on title
Making Teams Effective
- Effective teams require effort from both the team leader and members
- Working in a team is a new experience for many students
- Remember that each team member has something valuable to contribute
- Know each other's strengths and weaknesses
Decision-Making
- Decision-making involves fact-finding, logical thinking, analytical ability, sensitivity to others, creativity, and assertiveness
- Types of decisions made based on the number of people involved:
- The Plop: a quick decision made by one person
- The One-Person Decision: a decision made by one person that may not have support from others
- The Handclasp: a decision made by a small group without discussion
- The Clique: a decision made by a small organized group that may dominate the rest
- The Minority: a decision made by a few powerful personalities
- The Majority Vote: a decision made by a majority of the group
- The Silent Consensus: an assumed unanimous decision where some members may not feel free to disagree
- The Consensus: an agreement involving compromise and discussion of all opinions
Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
- A leader's role is to be a self-leader.
- A leader's task is to bring about constructive and necessary change.
- A leader's responsibility is to effect change.
- Trust is the greatest source of power.
Decision-Making
- Decision-making is a complex process that involves various personal and interpersonal skills, including fact-finding, logical thinking, analytical ability, sensitivity to others, creativity, and assertiveness.
Types of Decisions Based on Involvement
- The Plop: a decision made quickly, but may lack support from others during implementation.
- The One-Person Decision: a decision made by one person, but may require voluntary support from others to implement.
- The Handclasp: a decision made by one person, agreed upon by another without further discussion.
- The Clique: a decision made by a small, organized group that may create rivalry within the team.
- The Minority: a decision dominated by a few powerful personalities, often unconsciously.
- The Majority Vote: a decision made through a majority vote, where not everyone may agree.
- The Silent Consensus: an assumed unanimous decision, where some members may have not felt free to disagree and have kept silent.
- The Consensus: an agreement reached through compromise and open discussion, building unity, cooperation, and commitment.
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This module discusses the role, tasks, and responsibilities of a leader in making teams effective. It focuses on enhancing leadership skills and understanding the importance of a leader in an organization.
