Length & Format
Maximum Length:
- 7 pages (including title and reference pages)
Spacing:
- Double-spaced
Format:
- APA 7th edition
Pages Breakdown:
- Title Page: 1 page
- Body Content: Up to 5 pages
- References: 1 page
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Choose ONE Movie or TV Show
Pick one of the following to analyze a leader or supervisor:
Movies:
- he Shawshank Redemption (1994) Leadership through resilience and influence.
- Kung Fu Panda (2008) Leadership through mentorship and self-discovery.
- Moneyball (2011) Leadership through innovation and data-driven decisions.
- The Big Short (2015) Leadership in crisis and ethical dilemmas.
- Oppenheimer (2023) Leadership under extreme pressure and moral complexity.
- Hidden Figures (2016) Leadership through perseverance, intelligence, and quiet strength.
- Remember the Titans (2000) Leadership in diversity, team building, and overcoming prejudice.
- Erin Brockovich (2000) Grassroots leadership and advocacy.
- Lincoln (2012) Political leadership, negotiation, and moral conviction.
- 12 Angry Men (1957) Leadership through persuasion and integrity.
- Apollo 13 (1995) Crisis leadership and teamwork under pressure.
- Invictus (2009) Nelson Mandelas leadership in uniting a divided nation through sport.
- The Social Network (2010) Leadership in innovation and ethical dilemmas.
- Coach Carter (2005) Leadership through discipline and mentorship.
- The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) Personal leadership and resilience.
TV Shows:
- Game of Thrones Multiple leaders with contrasting styles (e.g., Jon Snow, Daenerys).
- Sons of Anarchy Leadership struggles and loyalty dynamics.
- The Walking Dead Survival leadership and moral decision-making.
- Peaky Blinders Strategic leadership and power dynamics.
- Ted Lasso Positive leadership, emotional intelligence, and team culture.
- The Office Varied leadership styles in a humorous workplace setting.
- Breaking Bad Leadership through manipulation, control, and transformation.
- Succession Power struggles, corporate leadership, and ethical ambiguity.
- The Crown Leadership in monarchy, tradition, and personal sacrifice.
- Mad Men Leadership in advertising, charisma, and strategic thinking.
- Friday Night Lights Leadership in sports, community, and mentorship.
- House of Cards Ruthless political leadership and strategic maneuvering.
- Star Trek (any series) Leadership in exploration, diplomacy, and crisis.
- The West Wing Political leadership, teamwork, and decision-making under pressure.
If youve already seen the show/movie, you may skim it to refresh your memory.
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Analyze the Leader
Choose one leader or supervisor from your selected media and analyze their leadership style.
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Address the Following Prompts
- Three Supervisory Techniques: Describe three techniques the leader uses. Use specific scenes as examples.
- Effectiveness of Techniques: Which techniques worked well? Why?
- Ineffective Techniques: Which techniques didnt work? Why?
- Your Alternative Approach: Pick one scene and explain what you would have done differently as a supervisor.
- Stress and Leadership: How does a high-stress environment affect leadership compared to a calm one?
- Personal Connection: Which leadership trait do you relate to most? Share a personal story.
- Textbook vs. Reality: Why do some textbook techniques fail in real life? Use examples from the show/movie or your own experience.
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Research & References
- Use at least 3 credible sources to support your analysis.
- Limit direct quotes to no more than 20% of your paper.
- Include a title page and a reference page in APA format.
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