Scenario A:
Consider a time when you had the experience of being led by someone who was able to get you to achieve more than you thought you could. Based on what you learned about leadership styles, describe events examining how your selected leader worked by certain principles. In addition, report details of an event demonstrating how you were led to perform.
On the basis of the above scenario, answer the following questions:
- What style did the leader exhibit? Describe events pointing out how your selected leader worked by certain principles.
- Report details of the scenario demonstrating how you were led to perform.
- How did you improve your overall attitude and motivation based on a supportive leader in the workplace?
- Positive influence can help team members develop their skills and knowledge. Do you agree to this statement? Why and how?
- How does working in a positive organization with supportive leadership encourage staff performance at work each day?
- What leadership skills will you take from your positive experience and use when you are in a leadership position?
Scenario B:
Now, recall a time when you were led by someone who could not motivate you. Describe events pointing out how your selected leader's working style made subordinates feel uncomfortable.
On the basis of the above scenario, answer the following questions:
- What style did the leader exhibit? Describe events pointing out your selected leader's leadership style.
- Report details of the scenario demonstrating how you were led in his or her team.
- How did the manager's action make you feel? Explain.
- Which leadership behaviors do you think your selected leader lacked? Do you think the leader had ever had a chance to learn about leadership styles?
- How important is it for a leader to be trained to guide and motivate the staff members to enhance team unity, enthusiasm, and positive attitudes?
- What role should the individual staff member have to motivate himself or herself instead of relying on a manager?