Lesson 6

Question 1

The Nature of Leadership

Answer 1

People, influence, and goals Reciprocal, occurring among people
A “people” activity, different than administration and problem-solving.

Question 2

From Management to Leadership

Answer 2

Good management is essential to organizations
➢But, good managers must be leaders
➢Management promotes order, and problem solving: TASK ORIENTED
➢Leadership motivates toward vision and change: PEOPLE ORIENTED
➢Leadership cannot replace management, there should be a balance of both

Question 3

Contemporary Leadership

Answer 3

Leadership evolves as the needs of the organization change
 Leadership has evolved with technology, economic, labor, social, and cultural changes
 Responding to the turbulence and uncertainty of the environment

 Four approaches for today’s turbulent times:
Level 5 Leadership
Servant Leadership
Authentic Leadership Interactive Leadership (gender differences)