8/26 and 8/28 Ch 4 and 5

Question 1

vision of Collis Huntington/Newport News 1886 focuses on…

Answer 1

providing quality product

Question 2

what are the questions a leader must ask to test their vision? (3)

Answer 2

1. is this the right direction?
2. are these the right goals?
3. is this the right time?

Question 3

passion and authority come to leaders who… (2)

Answer 3

clearly know where they are going; have dedication to succeed

others will be inspired to follow

Question 4

vision

Answer 4

positive, future-focused image that has not been strived to be created before; the very essence of leadership

Question 5

stephen covey’s PROCESS principles for effective visioning (8)

Answer 5

1. initiate the process and provide constant vigilance
2. be challenging yet realistic
3. seek early involvement by other members of the org
4. encourage widespread review
5. keep communications flowing
6. allow time for the process to work
7. demonstrate commitment and concurrent action
8. maintain harmony of subunits

Question 6

SWOT analysis

Answer 6

process of analyzing an org/environment including strengths, weaknesses, external opportunities, threats

Question 7

key elements of an overall mission/Visioning Content Principles (7)

Answer 7

1. central purpose
2. broad goals to achieve mission
3. core values to measure right/wrong
4. stakeholders and what the vision should mean for them
5. analysis (SWOT)
6. strategic initiatives (SMART goals)
7. tactical plans/assignments to support mission-attainment

Question 8

3 social motives to lead

Answer 8

1. power - desire to influence
2. achievement - need to create something of value
3. affiliation - interest in helping others

Question 9

henry ford’s strategy for success

Answer 9

• moving assembly line
• paying workers a fair wage
• vertical integration

Question 10

henry ford believed profit was a __-_____ of ______ achieved, not the purpose of vision

Answer 10

by-product of vision

Question 11

a leader must have: (4), and must act as _______, breathing life into their organizations

Answer 11

1) vision
2) strategy/clarity of purpose
3) intensity/stamina
4) deep conviction for their vision

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