Direct Question week 3( 3-1)
Direct Question week 3-1
As discussed in Topic 1, effective leaders apply various leadership tactics depending upon the contexts in which they find themselves. Consider the leadership tactics, traits, or models you find yourself drawn to as a leader. Why are you drawn to these particular tactics, traits, or models? How do they interconnect with your own personal, moral, ethical, or religious beliefs? Do you think the personal, moral, ethical, or religious beliefs of leaders can interfere with their ability to effectively lead? Why or why not?
Below are responses from me personally, and actually week 1DQ 1-1 answer I got help from Custom Nursing Papers writer 1006. Along with other responses that may help answer this DQ. I need to answer the above question now and I kind of did already but need to put it all together now. I am drawn to the Transformational/ coach type leadership and use the Maslow hierarchy of needs as a reference to do that. I also have a vocational belief that God inspires great leaders to help make those we connect with be the best they can be to make the world a better place. I also included a current response to the DQ this week from another student. (Topic 3 DQ 1) which is week 3 . I will also email these pages or documents to your support dept to forward to writer 1006.
Topic week 1
The concept of leadership as a \”vocation\” greatly distinguishes leadership from a job, career, or what one simply does for a living. A vocation can be thought of as one\’s calling. Vocation is often associated with the clergy or missionaries who feel called by a higher power to fulfill a specific purpose. Vocation is also a concept associated with careers like teachers, emergency responders, doctors, or other health care professionals who feel strongly compelled to dedicate their own lives to improving the lives of those whom they serve. Consider your own view of leadership. How does understanding leadership as a vocation inform your understanding of the personal and moral commitments required of leaders? If leadership is not a job, but a calling, what responsibilities do leaders have towards their position, their organization, and their followers?
Answer
Re:Topic 1 DQ 1
Leadership being a vocation places enormous moral responsibilities and commitment on the shoulders of leaders in the organization. The fact that it is a vocation means that leaders always take up the responsibilities to lead long before other parties identify them. Some have claimed that leaders are born; be that as it may, one gets the feeling that an administrator recognizes them. Their role is a vocation, a calling. Because it is a calling the leaders act as role models and examples to many people that follow them with or without their knowledge (Northhouse, 2016). A leader that knows that their position puts them in such spotlight is likely to set high moral standards because they know it will be copied.
The leader’s commitment to their work should be second to no other in the organization. They are the light that people look up to, and if their commitments are unwavering, then the rest of the employees are bound to follow his example (Marturano & Gosling, 2008).
Because leadership is a calling, the leader has the responsibility to ensure the holistic welfare of the employees under them. They not only carry out managerial functions that they are paid for, but they go an extra mile to make an impact in the lives of their followers. Towards the organization, a leader is expected to make the success of the team his personal goal. The objectives of the organization should be his or her goal because he is supposed to be passionate about the team and everything about it (Leadership Theory and Practice 5th Ed + Introduction to Leadership Concepts and Practice, 2009). Towards their position, they should not merely see an opportunity to make a living but a role to make positive impact on the lives of many people who are looking up to him or her.
References
Leadership Theory and Practice 5th Ed + Introduction to Leadership Concepts and Practice. (2009).
Marturano, A. & Gosling, J. (2008). Leadership. London [etc.]: Routledge.
Northhouse, P. G. (2016). Leadership (7th ed.). Retrieved from http://gcumedia.com/digital-resources/sage/2015/leadership_theory-and-practice_ebook_7e.php
Leadership is a complex process that requires leaders to critically appraise the circumstances in which they find themselves to best determine how to lead and influence those around them. There are multiple tactics a leader can employ in any given circumstance to influence a situation or their followers. Compare two leaders you have dealt with in the past. What different tactics did these leaders employ to influence situations or people? Which tactics were successful? Which tactics were not successful? As a leader, how can you critically appraise situations to make sure you select appropriate tactics for influencing a given situation?
Answer
Re:Topic 1 DQ 2
It\’s become fashionable to think of employees as liabilities, not assets. Even though thousands of dollars are being spent on hiring and training new employees or coming up with retention incentives. There have been many companies that honor their employees such as Chick-Fil-a, The Bell System and General Electric. Somewhere along the way, tough, companies started thinking of employees as some sort of hire today, fire tomorrow disposable resource.
This reminds me of a term, exploitative autocracy . The exploitative autocrat is a leader who leads by dictate. Input from subordinates is neither solicited nor welcomed. This type of person is extremely forceful and goal directed. This person feels that subordinates are readily expendable.
Not too long ago I experienced such a leader who was my Chief Nurse Executive. She had just replaced the last CNE, and her tactics were very militaristic. She presented herself to subordinates in such a way that had people fear her presence. She was very intimidating and I feel this made her unapproachable. This being said, communications broke down and she wondered why things were not being done. She was very frustrated with her Unit Managers, and scolded them on a regular bases. I think she hated her job and she had a bad attitude which reflected throughout the whole hospital.
In contrast , I also had the pleasure to work with a physician who was a partner in a clinic I worked.He was the complete opposite in his tactics to being a great leader. First of all he had a great attitude about life and his work. He truly loved what he was doing. Communication was up most for all employees and he made everyone feel that they were like family. He had people volunteering to work overtime or come in early for a case with a smile on their face. He even set up IRA accounts for all his employees. If a person is a true leader, the group will follow. For a leader is not by the distance he or she travels, but whether anyone is following behind.
Reference
McConnell, C. ( 2003) Accepting Leadership Responsibility:Preparing Yourself to Lead Honestly,Humanely,and Effectively, The Health Care Manager Vol. 22, No 4, pp 361-374
Responsibilities of Leadership retrieved from https://www.scio.k12.or.us
Some of my thoughts
What Inspires You In A Leader?
Hello Dr Dorsey and class,
What really inspires me in a person regarding leadership qualities is someone that creates an environment of positive vibes in the workplace. Someone that walks the talk and encourages their staff everyday with positive possibilities. I feel everyone has something to offer, a good leader is someone that can and knows how to bring that out in everyone. Being a mentor and a trailblazer for those that are on your team. A leader is someone that sees the glass half full instead of half empty and tries to create a fun, entertaining , positive work environments.
Thanks,
Cheryl
What Inspires You In A Leader?
Hello Dr Dorsey,
I was thinking about your question, and I do have a few people in mind that are real leaders that have come into my life personally. One is my husband. A true leader with all the qualities I mentioned above. He is 61 years old and has a total of 60 plus years of work hours under his belt. You wonder , how can that be. Well he has worked more than one job at the same time for years. He is my real life Renaissance Man. A lieutenant in the Navy , Captain in the San Antonio Fire Dept and now currently a Nurse Administrator . He is known for his positive , can do attitude an encourages all his employees to be the best they can be. He points out the positive to be able to work in any environment. He understands the human challenges in the world we live in. He has been my mentor and coach .
Another person who as well has touched my life and without a doubt countless others is Dr Gabriel McGraner. I worked with him in Clinics and hospitals and his specialty is Gastroenterology. He wanted to become a priest at one time , so he is a devote Catholic. He goes on missionary trips to the Dominican Republic and helps the poor among other charitable works. He is just one kind person. He writes on his FB page the following …. \” The world is changing; some good and some bad changes are occurring. Lets change positively… changes are needed for the common good. No whining here! Remember that if something is good for you and for me doesn’t necessarily mean it is right! So,
C= Centered in Christ teachings and love
H= Hope to make a positive impact in yourself, your community, the world
A= Avoid Anger; Action w love
N= Never stop trying, life ends when you stop
G= Good exists in everyone!!!
E= Everlasting life
Changes start within, so work on it! Then positive changes around you will happen. No time to loose. Just saying\”.
