Leadership Assignment

Various leadership theorists address the question of whether leaders born or made. (Senge; Kouzes & Posner; Northouse; Yukl). For this assignment, what do you think about the topic and how do you support your ideas? Present the most salient arguments for each side of the discussion and conclude this essay with your personal position.

Also, self-reflection and lifelong learning are important as a leader to not only enhance one's professional practice, but also model these for others within the organization so they, too, continue to grow as professionals. When one reflects, a story begins to emerge. To that end, reflect and describe your leadership story in terms of the five practices of exemplary leadership. Describe the context for your story (background and setting). (PLEASE USE MY EXAMPLE OR SITUATION OF WORKING FOR A UNIVERSITY) Identify the leadership skills and/or practices that you are most competent and comfortable exuding, and those in which you need further skill development.

Length: 5-6 pages, not including title page or references.

References: A minimum of three scholarly sources

Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts that are presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your paper should reflect scholarly writing and current APA 6th Edition standards.