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In the context of leading positive change, which characteristic distinguishes leaders from managers?
In the context of leading positive change, which characteristic distinguishes leaders from managers?
- Maintaining steadiness within the organization.
- Controlling variance to ensure predictability.
- Initiating change and creating something new. (correct)
- Preserving the status quo to avoid disruption.
Given the rapid pace of technological advancements, particularly in computer technology, what strategic approach would best enable an organization to adapt and maintain a competitive edge?
Given the rapid pace of technological advancements, particularly in computer technology, what strategic approach would best enable an organization to adapt and maintain a competitive edge?
- Establishing rigid operational frameworks that limit flexibility.
- Cultivating a culture of continuous learning and adaptation. (correct)
- Adopting a long-term planning horizon focused on maintaining consistency.
- Focusing solely on internal processes and ignoring external changes.
How do frameworks most effectively aid leaders in navigating complex organizational challenges?
How do frameworks most effectively aid leaders in navigating complex organizational challenges?
- By providing rigid, step-by-step solutions that eliminate ambiguity.
- By reinforcing existing organizational structures and preventing innovation.
- By simplifying complex situations and helping leaders manage information overload. (correct)
- By isolating leaders from ground-level realities and focusing exclusively on high-level strategy.
In the context of organizational change, what is the key difference between positive deviance and negative deviance?
In the context of organizational change, what is the key difference between positive deviance and negative deviance?
What is the primary focus of positive change in organizational settings?
What is the primary focus of positive change in organizational settings?
How does the concept of 'positive energy networks' contribute to establishing a positive organizational climate?
How does the concept of 'positive energy networks' contribute to establishing a positive organizational climate?
What strategic role do symbolic events play in creating readiness for organizational change?
What strategic role do symbolic events play in creating readiness for organizational change?
When initiating a new language as part of creating readiness for change, what is the main objective?
When initiating a new language as part of creating readiness for change, what is the main objective?
Given the potential for resistance during organizational change, what is the most effective strategy for leaders to employ?
Given the potential for resistance during organizational change, what is the most effective strategy for leaders to employ?
Why is incorporating both 'left-brain' and 'right-brain' features crucial for articulating a vision of abundance?
Why is incorporating both 'left-brain' and 'right-brain' features crucial for articulating a vision of abundance?
In the context of articulating a vision of abundance, what is the strategic value of attaching the vision to a symbol?
In the context of articulating a vision of abundance, what is the strategic value of attaching the vision to a symbol?
What core principle underlies the application of 'recreation' in generating commitment to a vision?
What core principle underlies the application of 'recreation' in generating commitment to a vision?
In the context of generating commitment to a vision, what is the strategic value of instituting a 'small-wins' strategy?
In the context of generating commitment to a vision, what is the strategic value of instituting a 'small-wins' strategy?
How can metrics, measures, and milestones be used to foster sustainability during times of positive change?
How can metrics, measures, and milestones be used to foster sustainability during times of positive change?
One of the key tenets of building a positive climate is:
One of the key tenets of building a positive climate is:
Which of the following choices best describes what managers do differently than leaders?
Which of the following choices best describes what managers do differently than leaders?
Which of the following factors are included when benchmarking best practices?
Which of the following factors are included when benchmarking best practices?
What is positive deviance most related to?
What is positive deviance most related to?
Which of the following accurately describes 'reflected best-self feedback'?
Which of the following accurately describes 'reflected best-self feedback'?
Which of the following is NOT a step to take when trying to build a 'vision of abundance'?
Which of the following is NOT a step to take when trying to build a 'vision of abundance'?
What factors are present in recreational work?
What factors are present in recreational work?
If you are trying to foster a sustainable change, what should you NOT do?
If you are trying to foster a sustainable change, what should you NOT do?
What makes a solid vision statement?
What makes a solid vision statement?
Which statement explains the importance of building public commitment?
Which statement explains the importance of building public commitment?
Identify the statement which does not contribute to establishing a climate of compassion.
Identify the statement which does not contribute to establishing a climate of compassion.
A team has been scoring very well on objectives over the last few months. As a result of these wins, the CEO shares a new, more ambitious initiative that will allow the team to have more authority. Based on 'small wins', is this a sound play?
A team has been scoring very well on objectives over the last few months. As a result of these wins, the CEO shares a new, more ambitious initiative that will allow the team to have more authority. Based on 'small wins', is this a sound play?
If your organization is going through a significant restructuring effort and is finding high levels of resistance, what should you do?
If your organization is going through a significant restructuring effort and is finding high levels of resistance, what should you do?
Which of these situations is the best example of positive deviance?
Which of these situations is the best example of positive deviance?
Which of these situations would be the best example of building irreversible momentum?
Which of these situations would be the best example of building irreversible momentum?
Why is it important to give positive feedback to your work force?
Why is it important to give positive feedback to your work force?
What can people do to foster a positive culture inside of their organization?
What can people do to foster a positive culture inside of their organization?
What is the single best technique to utilize when building a positive climate?
What is the single best technique to utilize when building a positive climate?
Which action can you take to initiate new readiness for change?
Which action can you take to initiate new readiness for change?
What will an effective vision include?
What will an effective vision include?
How goals should be set for the work environment to be considered 'recreational'?
How goals should be set for the work environment to be considered 'recreational'?
To most effectively build public commitment, you should:
To most effectively build public commitment, you should:
Identify the following concept most related to improving the work force's strengths.
Identify the following concept most related to improving the work force's strengths.
In change management, why is it important to find common ground?
In change management, why is it important to find common ground?
Is it important to include both rational and emotional components within leadership? Why or why not?
Is it important to include both rational and emotional components within leadership? Why or why not?
When implementing strategies to overcome resistance to organizational change, what balance should leaders strike between addressing immediate concerns and ensuring long-term strategic alignment?
When implementing strategies to overcome resistance to organizational change, what balance should leaders strike between addressing immediate concerns and ensuring long-term strategic alignment?
In creating readiness for change through symbolic events, what aspect is most crucial to ensure the event resonates deeply with organizational members?
In creating readiness for change through symbolic events, what aspect is most crucial to ensure the event resonates deeply with organizational members?
When articulating a 'vision of abundance,' which strategy would most effectively balance inspirational messaging with practical considerations?
When articulating a 'vision of abundance,' which strategy would most effectively balance inspirational messaging with practical considerations?
In organizations, how can leaders most effectively foster a culture where compassion, forgiveness, and gratitude are integral to daily operations?
In organizations, how can leaders most effectively foster a culture where compassion, forgiveness, and gratitude are integral to daily operations?
When seeking to foster sustainability in positive changes, what role does continuous evaluation play in maintaining momentum?
When seeking to foster sustainability in positive changes, what role does continuous evaluation play in maintaining momentum?
What is the potential risk of overemphasizing 'small wins' without linking them to a larger strategic vision during organizational change?
What is the potential risk of overemphasizing 'small wins' without linking them to a larger strategic vision during organizational change?
In the context of positive organizational change, how can leaders most effectively leverage 'positive energy networks' to foster innovation and creativity?
In the context of positive organizational change, how can leaders most effectively leverage 'positive energy networks' to foster innovation and creativity?
How should leaders calibrate the level of 'recreational work' to avoid potential pitfalls such as burnout or decreased productivity?
How should leaders calibrate the level of 'recreational work' to avoid potential pitfalls such as burnout or decreased productivity?
When building public commitment to a vision, how can leaders ensure that commitment translates into concrete actions rather than remaining merely rhetorical?
When building public commitment to a vision, how can leaders ensure that commitment translates into concrete actions rather than remaining merely rhetorical?
In fostering a sustainable positive change initiative, what is most important about metrics, measures, and milestones?
In fostering a sustainable positive change initiative, what is most important about metrics, measures, and milestones?
What is a common challenge when an organization attempts to foster a climate of forgiveness?
What is a common challenge when an organization attempts to foster a climate of forgiveness?
What key element is essential to incorporate when articulating a vision of abundance to ensure it resonates with and motivates a diverse workforce?
What key element is essential to incorporate when articulating a vision of abundance to ensure it resonates with and motivates a diverse workforce?
Which consideration is most vital when instituting symbolic events to create readiness for change?
Which consideration is most vital when instituting symbolic events to create readiness for change?
If a goal is not clearly defined in recreational work, what is a potential consequence?
If a goal is not clearly defined in recreational work, what is a potential consequence?
What approach is most effective for leaders to take when identifying individuals who may resist organizational change?
What approach is most effective for leaders to take when identifying individuals who may resist organizational change?
When building a climate of compassion, what fundamental aspect must leaders consider?
When building a climate of compassion, what fundamental aspect must leaders consider?
How can incorporating both rational and emotional components within leadership potentially backfire?
How can incorporating both rational and emotional components within leadership potentially backfire?
What is the potential outcome if an organization implements changes based solely on benchmarking without considering its unique context?
What is the potential outcome if an organization implements changes based solely on benchmarking without considering its unique context?
In a fast-paced, innovative industry where computer technology has a half-life of six months, what is a disadvantage of a manager that is set on keeping things consistent?
In a fast-paced, innovative industry where computer technology has a half-life of six months, what is a disadvantage of a manager that is set on keeping things consistent?
When attempting positive change through positive deviance, is it important to create goals that feel impossible?
When attempting positive change through positive deviance, is it important to create goals that feel impossible?
Flashcards
Leadership vs. Management
Leadership vs. Management
Leaders set direction, initiate change, and create something new, while managers maintain steadiness, control variance, and keep the status quo.
Leader Effectiveness
Leader Effectiveness
Effective management and leadership are inseparable and necessary skills for today's business environment.
Frameworks
Frameworks
These clarify situations, prevent leaders from feeling overwhelmed, and helps stabilize organizations.
Positive Change
Positive Change
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Positive vs. Negative Energizers
Positive vs. Negative Energizers
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Compassion
Compassion
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Forgiveness
Forgiveness
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Gratitude
Gratitude
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Attention to Strengths
Attention to Strengths
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Reflected Best-Self Feedback
Reflected Best-Self Feedback
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Symbolic Events
Symbolic Events
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Create a New Language
Create a New Language
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Overcome Resistance
Overcome Resistance
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Visions of Abundance
Visions of Abundance
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Left-Brain and Right-Brain Features
Left-Brain and Right-Brain Features
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Make vision statement interesting
Make vision statement interesting
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Passion and Principles
Passion and Principles
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Vision to a Symbol
Vision to a Symbol
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Generating Commitment
Generating Commitment
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Recreational Work
Recreational Work
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Commitment: Football
Commitment: Football
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Small Wins
Small Wins
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Irreversible Momentum
Irreversible Momentum
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Fostering Sustainability
Fostering Sustainability
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Behavioral Guidelines
Behavioral Guidelines
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Study Notes
Leading Positive Change
- It is possible to create positive deviance within organizations.
- Leadership skills needed to enact positive change.
- Using teamwork, acquire the ability to mobilize the capabilities of others in achieving positive change.
Leadership vs. Management
- Leaders set direction, initiate change, and create something new.
- Managers maintain steadiness, control variance, and keep the status quo.
Leader Effectiveness
- Effective management and leadership are necessary skills for today's business environment.
Leadership and Change
- Computer technology has a half-life of six months.
- Human and animal genome projects are expanding exponentially.
Frameworks
- Frameworks help clarify complex situations.
- Frameworks help leaders avoid being overwhelmed by information.
- Frameworks help stabilize organizations.
A Continuum of Change
- Positive deviance leads to healthy performance.
- Negative deviance leads to organizational illness.
Positive Change
- Positive change unlocks positive human potential.
- Positive change creates abundance and human well-being.
- Positive change engages the heart as well as the mind.
Framework for Positive Change
- The framework includes the following areas: establish a positive climate, creating readiness, articulating a vision of abundance, generate commitment, and foster sustainability.
A Positive Climate
- Your thoughts become your words.
- Your words become your behavior.
- Your behavior becomes your habits.
- Your habits become your values.
- Your values become your destiny.
Establishing a Positive Climate
- Establish positive energy networks.
- Implement a climate of compassion, forgiveness and gratitude.
- Pay attention to strengths and building on the best self.
Positive Energy Networks
- Positive energizers strengthen and create vitality and liveliness in others.
- Negative energizers deplete good feelings and enthusiasm in others; those people feel diminished, devalued, or drained when interacting with the negative energizers.
- Positive energizers are higher performers.
- Positive energizers enable others to perform better.
- Identify positive energizers and place them in positions where they can interact with others.
Compassion, Forgiveness and Gratitude
- Show compassion, forgiveness, and gratitude in organizations.
- Companies with high scores in these attributes performed significantly better than others.
- Create a climate where human concerns are honored and healing and restoration can occur.
- Enable the expression of collective emotion; gatherings where people can share feelings of grief, support, or love can build compassion.
Forgiveness
- Forgiving mistakes will not encourage carelessness.
- To forgive does not mean relieving the offender of a penalty.
- Acknowledge the trauma, harm, and injustice that organization members have experienced.
Gratitude
- Observing acts of compassion and forgiveness creates a sense of gratitude.
- Gratitude can have dramatic effects on individual and organizational performance.
Pay Attention to Strengths
- Place weight on identifying people's strengths and build upon strengths rather than focusing on weaknesses.
Reflected Best-Self Feedback
- The "reflected best-self feedback" fosters a positive climate and builds on strengths.
- This technique provides people with feedback on their strengths and capabilities
Creating Readiness for Change
- Benchmark best practices and compare current performance to the highest standards.
- Comparative standards can be used during benchmarking.
- Goal standards can be used during benchmarking.
- Improvement standards can be used during benchmarking.
- Ideal standards can be used during benchmarking.
- Stakeholder expectations can be used during benchmarking.
Institute Symbolic Events
- A symbolic event is an event used to signify a new future.
- Chrysler's and Iacocca's ceremony was a symbolic event to inspire a 'new era'.
Create a New Language
- Create a new language by using different words to describe old realities.
- The intent of this alternative language is to change the way employees think about their work, to place them in a mind-set that they would not have otherwise considered.
- Disney refers to employees as “cast members” and uniforms as "costumes".
Overcome Resistance
- Enlist people who would normally block change and have them become supporters and advocates.
- To overcome resistance you must identify resistors.
- To overcome resistance you must encourage participation.
- To overcome resistance you must identify benefits of change.
- To overcome resistance you must preserve self-esteem of resistors.
- To overcome resistance you must find common areas of agreement.
Articulating a Vision of Abundance
- Visions relate to the heart and the head.
- Visions include universal values.
- Visions provide glimpses of possibilities.
- Visions evoke deeper meaning.
- Visions provide optimism.
- Include left-brain and right-brain features.
- To articulate a vision, use colorful language and imagination along with rational elements.
- Vision statements should be interesting.
- Vision statements should capture attention and positive energy.
- Passions and principles should be included in the vision.
- Visions should reflect core values and be straightforward.
- Attach the vision to a symbol to act as a constant reminder.
Generating Commitment to the Vision
- Apply principles of recreation.
- Ensure public commitment.
- Institute a small-wins strategy.
Principles of Recreation
- People are willing to pay for the privilege of working harder than they will when they are paid.
- Goals are clearly defined in recreational work.
- Scorekeeping is objective, self-administered, peer-audited, and compared to past performance.
- Feedback is frequent in recreational work.
- Personal choice is present in recreational work.
- There is a competitive environment in recreational work.
Competitiveness and Commitment
- People should state intentions aloud.
- Opportunities to have others make public statements in favor of your vision, or to restate the vision themselves will make leading positive change more effective.
Small Wins
- Publicize something that is easy to change after the change has been made.
- Afterwards, find a second easy thing to change and repeat the process.
Fostering Sustainability
- Enact change that obtains enough stimulation and vigor such that it cannot be inhibited.
Sustainability Suggestions
- Turn students into teachers.
- Build human capital.
- Identity metrics, measures, and milestones
Behavioral Guidelines
- Enact positivity by creating positive energy networks.
- Benchmark best practices to create readiness in others to pursue positive change.
- Articulate a vision of abundance by helping members see the possibilities and universal values.
- Generate commitment by applying principles of recreational work.
- Create irreversible momentum.
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