Leading and Meeting SPK 230

Leadership Defined Leadership is a process whereby an individual influence a group of individuals to achieve a common goal. Dr. Peter Northouse SPK 230

Leadership Theories What makes an effective leader? Role Theory Great Man Theory Situational Leadership SPK 230

Leadership Theories Role Theory Leaders adopt roles based on what other expect of them If we signal we are a leader, others will expect us to fulfill that role. SPK 230

Leadership Theories Great Man Theory Trait theory People are born with certain leadership qualities/traits SPK 230

Leadership Theories Situational leadership Different situations require different leadership A good leader is flexible and can change styles Leader’s style should be based upon ability and willingness of subordinates SPK 230

Leadership Theories Situational leadership Most widely used leadership model in the world. Used in over 700 of the Fortune 1000 companies. SPK 230

Situational Leadership 4 leadership styles Directing (or Telling) Coaching (or Selling) Supporting (or Participating) Delegating (or Observing_ SPK 230

Situational Leadership Telling Style Leader gives specific directions Leader closely tracks employee performance This style is best for the “enthusiastic beginner” SPK 230

Situational Leadership Coaching Style Leader explains why and solicits employee suggestions Leader praises behavior that is correct Leader directs task accomplishment This style is best for the “disillusioned learner” SPK 230

Situational Leadership Supporting Style Leader and employee make joint decisions Role of leader is to listen, facilitate, encourage and support This style is best for the “emerging contributor” SPK 230

Situational Leadership Delegating Leader empowers employee to act independently Leader provides employee with appropriate resources to get job done This style is best for the “experienced professional” SPK 230

Situational Leadership Model D2 Disillusioned Learner D3 Emerging Contributor SL3 Supporting SL2 Coaching D1 Enthusiastic Beginner D4 Experienced Professional SL4 Delegating SL1 Telling SPK 230

Situational Leadership Now it’s your turn…… SPK 230

Leading in Meetings Leading effective business meetings Create an agenda Determine a leadership style in advance Adjust the environment Facilitate communication SPK 230

Leading in Meetings Create an Agenda What will be discussed Length of time each item will be discussed Order of discussion (most important first) Person responsible for item SPK 230

Sample Agenda

Leading in Meetings Send Your Agenda Plan the Environment Email to all group members At least 24 hours in advance Plan the Environment Check room characteristics (noise, technology, size, etc.) Set up room/arrange seating SPK 230

Leading in Meetings Adjust Leadership Style Avoid groupthink Tendency to agree for sake of agreement Alternative solutions not explored/concerns not raised Poor decisions reached Facilitate communication SPK 230