Leadership & Followship

Question 1

Define Followship

Answer 1

The capacity and willingness to follow a leader

Question 2

Relate the five P’s of followship

Answer 2

1. Protestor
2. Passenger
3. Prisoner
4. Participant
5. Pleaser

Riddle: I was a PASSENGER at a PROTEST where PARTICIPANTS IMPRISONED PLEASERS.

Question 3

Describe what it means to be a protestor.

Answer 3

Pessemistic, un-cooperative, undermining, saboteur, moan aloud, breaks team moral.

Question 4

Describe what it means to be a passenger.

Answer 4

Along for the ride, co-operates but doesn’t buy in, mind elsewhere, no constructive effort, not interested.

Question 5

Describe what it means to be a prisoner.

Answer 5

Not interested, not theree by choice, on a compulsary course, board, no drive or motivation.

Question 6

Describe what it means to be a participant.

Answer 6

Enthusiastic, Explorative, positive attitude, supports the task, ‘buys in’, enjoys a challenge, assists the leader.

Question 7

Describe what it means to be a pleaser.

Answer 7

Limited motivation, selfish, show boating, no moral courage.

Question 8

What kind of follower is the best to have on your team? (Think 5P’s)

Answer 8

A participant.

Question 9

What will a good leader do depending on thier followers positions in the 5Ps’?

Answer 9

Assess and adapt accordingly.

Question 10

What is leadership? (RAF & Oxford definition)

Answer 10

RAF: “Leadership is visionary; it is the projection of personality and character in order to inspire people to acheive a desired outcome”.

Oxford: “The action of leading a group of people or organisation, or the ability to do so”.

Question 11

What are the key attribute of an RAF leader?

Think ARCTICLEAPa

Answer 11

A mbiguity: Able to handle ambiguity
R isk: Willing to take risks
C ourageous: Warfighter/Courageous
T echnological: Technologically Competent
I nspire: Encourages followers to give their all
C ooperative: Flexible and Responsive
L ead: Leads from the front
E motionally Int: Is self and team aware
A gile: Physically & Mentally
P olitial: Politically & Globally Astute
A ir power: Air power minded

Question 12

Name the five different styles of leadership

RAF perspective

Answer 12

1. Tranformational
2. Transactional
3. Situational
4. Authentic
5. Action Centred

Question 13

Explain what is meant by transformational leadership.

Describe the objectives of this form of leadership.

AND

Give positive and negative attributes of this style.

Answer 13

Working with an individuals self image and creating an environment where SELF-DISCIPLINE is actively supported and encouraged.

The objective is to alter an individuals fundamental belifes about duty, discipline, and other desirable personal qualities to acheive a task BECAUSE THEY WANT TO DO SO.

A positive outcome of this leadership style is that it will generally acheive a more enduring and permanant change in an individuals belifes and attitudes. However, it takes time to be effective.

Question 14

Explain what is meant by transactional leadership.

Describe the objectives of this form of leadership.

AND

Give positive and negative attributes of this style.

Answer 14

Transactional leaderships works by imposing and holding individuals aswerable to a regime of discipline.

Generally, the objective of this model is to acheive a desired outcome as swiftly as possible.

This leadership style can transform civilians into service people in the shortest time possible by providing high quality instruction. However, it seldom results in lasting change to the individuals inherent attitudes and values, meaning constant supervision, training, and support is required.

Question 15

Explain what is meant by situational leadership.

Describe the objectives of this form of leadership.

AND

Give positive and negative attributes of this style.

Answer 15

This model of theory that ther is no perscribed model of leadership and advocates a situation specific approach.

The objective of this style is to allow the nuances of any given circumstance to appropiately inform ones leadershp practice.

This style is particularly useful for gifted or veteren leaders who can accurately and reliable assess situations and apply the appropiate lead. However, for less experianced and confident leaders the abcense of a framework may do more harm than good.

Question 16

Explain what is meant by authentic leadership.

Describe the objectives of this form of leadership.

AND

Give positive and negative attributes of this style.

Answer 16

Authentic leadership encompasses ones own personal values and belifes and how these are aligned and lived in one’s everyday leadership experiance.

The objective is to add a human element to the interaction between the leader and their subordinates. by discussing personal ethical and moral problems.

When done correctly, and if the leader is of significant virtue, this method of leadership can work spectacularly. However, without trust it will fall apart and can make the relationship too fragile.

Question 17

Explain what is meant by action centred leadership.

Describe the objectives of this form of leadership.

Answer 17

Adair’s ACL model is based upon three proposed primary areas of need for a leader - the needs of the TASK, the needs of the TEAM, and the needs of the INDIVIDUAL. It works on the principle that the leader appropriately balances the three areas of need depending upon the situation.

Question 18

What is misson command and why is it important?

AND

How can it be summed up at the individual level?

Answer 18

Mission command, also referred to as mission-type tactics, is a style of military command, derived from the Prussian-pioneered mission-type tactics doctrine, which combines centralized intent with decentralized execution subsidiarity and promotes freedom and speed of action, and initiative, within defined constraints.

“Tell them what we want them to acheive and NOT how to do it”.

Mission Command can be summed up as ‘knowing your place in a commander’s plan and being empowered to act’.

Question 19

What is your role?

There are six key responsabilites

Answer 19

1. Understand the commanders intentions (1 & 2 up).
2. Ensure you have enough resources to carry out the task.
3. Ensure you take responsability for your actions required to complete the task.
4. Decide upon the best course of action to complete the task.
5. Do not be afraid to highlight problems or failure.
6. Ensure you apply followship and support the task fully.

Question 20

As a leader in the RAF, what should your position on change be?

Answer 20

All leaders in the RAF must be agents for change. Providing personnel with the vision and support necessary to overcome their fear or resistance.

Question 21

What are the four stages of change?

Answer 21

Denial > Sabotage > Acceptance > Exploration

Question 22

What re the six antecedent attitudes to Innovation?

Answer 22

1. Inventive 2. Inspirational 3. Outward 4. Receptive 5. Curious 6. Creative

Question 23

What is time management?

The _____ or ________ of _________ and ________ conscious control over the ______ of time spent on specific activities. Especially to increase _________, _________, or _________.

Answer 23

The ACT or PROCESS of PLANNING and EXERCISING conscious control over the AMOUNT of time spent on specific activitise. Especially to increase EFFICENCY, EFFECTIVENESS, or PRODUCTIVITY.