Outcomes and Objectives

Illustrate how managers mobilize people for competitive advantage.                         

   a.Outline the basic theories behind motivation.  

  b.Differentiate between equity theory and goal setting theory to describe how employees' perceptions of fairness affect motivation.                

  c.Identify the characteristics of a good leader.   

 d.Identify the basic leadership theories, including visionary leadership. 

 e.Explain how and when leadership theories might be employed.

Leadership Theory Report

There is no one best leadership style. Leadership theory helps us understand the different types of leaders and define their characteristics from diverse perspectives.

For this assignment:

• Identify a well-known leader and briefly describe the characteristics that best differentiate him/her from others.
• Apply Fiedler's contingency theory, path-goal theory, normative decision theory and visionary leadership to this leader's style. Determine which theory best describes the leader you identified.

Your assignment should be 1-2 pages in length.

I also need a reference page APA Style to please.