ANALYZING LEADERSHIP
Research a leadership decision that was ineffective or did not have the desired results.
Describe the problem that may have precipitated the decision, as well as the apparent processes used by the leaders involved in the decision-making effort. Use terms from this course.
Critique the processes they implemented, applying what you learned from this course.
Recommend a different approach that could have been taken, using theories and methodologies from this course.
Present a strong case for how your recommendations could have altered the decision made, leading to more effective results for the organization.
Use theory from this course to support your evaluation, critique, and recommendations.
Sample Solution
ANALYZING LEADERSHIP
Knowing how to lead effectively can mean the difference between success and failure. Ineffective leadership leads to disillusionment, quitting and tension in a wide array of endeavors such as business, team sports and politics. Ineffective leaders feel that all the work is done. They do not think that improvements can or should be made. Leaders often reach a point where it`s easier to continue along the path of least resistance than it is to push forward towards growth and innovation. Their complacency often leads followers to lose respect for them because their followers feel that they are following in vain. It seems easier to rest comfortably on a plateau than it is to keep driving upwards, but that is exactly what leaders must do to break through barriers of status quo thinking.
