Question 1: Using the South University Online Library or the Internet, research about power sources for a nurse leader. Based on your understanding, answer the following questions:
In your opinion, what are the three most important power sources for a nurse leader? Why?
How are they best used in a leadership role? Describe.
What sources of power do you see most often displayed in your work environment? Why?
Questions 2: People are different and exhibit different personalities. Determining the traits of leaders is an important skill in the study of leadership theories.
Using the South University Online Library or the Internet, research about personality traits, and answer the following questions:
What personality traits do you have that aid in your leadership abilities?
Which traits do you have that hinder your leadership abilities?
What can you do to lessen the detrimental affects of the traits that hinder your leadership abilities?