Assessment – Leadership Impact | Origin: LS103R
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Assessment of what is actually going on is necessary for the leader to make a correct decision. If the leader is not tied into the followers, the assessment will not be correct and as a result, a poor choice may be made.
The ability to adapt to the follower(s) needs in a given situation is paramount as a leader.
Effective leadership requires flexibility based on goals and situations pertaining to each circumstance individually. Effective leadership also requires self-discipline.
Leadership is comprised of three elements: leader, follower, and situation. Analyzing each component on its own can help to evaluate the quality of the leadership. Each element affects the others.
An effective leadership style in one environment may not work for another. Every setting will have its own unique needs and tendencies.
A leader’s style must be dynamic, adapting to both the situation and the needs of their followers in order to achieve the best possible results.
Leaders need to be flexible to adapt to the situation and the followers needs
I have learned that the leader is only perhaps one-third of a leadership scenario. You need to consider the followers as well. Also, someone who would be an excellent leader in combat might be a poor leader in managing a business. It caused me to think a lot more about my leadership right now.
I have learned how a different leadership style can directly correlate to the leadership impact with a team. It is important to be flexible and change and your team needs and as the situation needs.
I’ve learned that delegation will not necessarily encourage productivity.
Analyzing and listening to your team will give a leader insight into the most effective style for leading.
Effective leadership depend on the situation, the follower and the leader's style. The leader must be able to correctly assess a situation and adapt a leadership style that will inspire and motivate the followers to do their best work.
