The purpose of the Essay Exam is to find out how well you can approach the given question(s) and write an essay. Listed below, along with some instructions are a few ideas and hints which will assist you execute your finest on the essay.

1. Read the questions vigilantly and answer them accordingly.

2. Begin setting up your paper as soon as you have been given the exam question. Making an outline or notes about your plans might prove helpful.

3. Organization of your essay is important. In general, the passing essay will have a central idea that is directly related to the assigned question; have a clear organizational plan; develop points with evidence and details in a coherent, logical, and non-repetitious way; and avoid frequent or serious errors in grammar, word choice, and sentence structure.

4. Allow yourself a little time at the end of your writing to check your paper and make any needed changes.

5. You must type your essay.

There are 4 questions. You are required to answer ALL of them.

QUESTION ONE - "Transformational leaders inspire followers to transcend their self-interests for the good of the organization."

Discuss this statement focusing on how does transformational leadership differ from many other types of leadership, and how can the manager become a transformational leader?

QUESTION TWO - Discuss the importance of interpersonal skills to the nurse manager to create productive workplace?

QUESTION THREE - 1. Describe the various ways of overcoming resistance to change.

2.   Explain and provide a workplace example for each of the following communication situations:

a. Oral communication in downward flowing direction;

b. Written communication in upward flowing direction;

c. Non-verbal communication in lateral flowing direction.

3. Describe cohesiveness as a property of groups. How can a group be made more cohesive?

QUESTION FOUR - Define perception and explain the link between perception and decision making?

To answer the questions; you are required to use at least two references.

Make sure to answer each question according to the following criteria:

1- The maximum number of pages FOR EACH QUESTION is 2 pages excluding reference list.

2- Use DOUBLE LINE spacing

3- Use the FONT of "Times New Roman"

4- Use font SIZE of 12

5- Use HEADINGS and SUBHEADINGS

6- Provide an APA reference list.