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C&TE 675Capstone Presentation1 May 2008
Presented by: Brian J. King
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Situational Leadership (LBA Model)
Every situation requires a unique leadership style blend based on the development level of your subordinates.
Flexible leader
S1-S4
D1-D4
Focuses on both task (directive) & relationship (supportive)
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GroupthinkAn issue that arrises when a group becomes complacent and does not express their own views; causing the group to lose effectiveness and the ability to innovate.
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Culture & LeadershipEach cultural sect that the GLOBE study was broken into has their own special attributes that you must be aware of and be flexible to address the needs of these cultures.GLOBE study - 9 cultural dimensions
Assertiveness orientationFuture orientationGender egalitarianismHumane orientationIn-group collectivismInstitutional collectivismPerformance orientationPower distanceUncertainty avoidance
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Team LeadershipA mental model that helps the leader assess the components of the problem.
Both environmental & organizational needs & problems.
McGrath’s Critical leadership functions
Internal/External
Monitor/Executive Action
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Personal InfluenceAs a leader I am going to strive to be as aware as possible of my subordinates needs and adapt my leadership style based on their needs.
Will make subordinates more committed and dedicated and work will be of high quality.
Assess all potential parties and ensure that complacence in decision making is not due to Groupthink. Utilize team based leadership skills to effectively analyze situations & the environment associated to properly choose a solution.
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InsightPersonal leadership
Mainly s2 (coaching) on LBA situational leadership modelHigh supportive/high directive
S4 & S3 are secondary strengths
Personal leadership assessmentMore leader then manager (73%)
Flexibility score - 26Effectiveness score - 53
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Future ConcernsDistributed work environments become more prevalent
Companies such as 37Signals (37signals.com)
Companies must remain organized and have a leader that has a high level of flexibility.
As distributed work environments become more prevalent so will cultural differences that need to be addressed by a leader.
Leaders & subordinates will be increasingly required to be aware of cultural differences & address them appropriately.
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Fin/Questions?
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