Week 9 discussion

In the discussion discuss three major leadership theories. Tell us which of the three do you feel best fits the organization and your leadership style. The talk about how you would integrate this theory into your everyday leadership style.

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Among the various leadership theories that exist, the following three are popularly mentioned: Trait Theory, Behavioral Theory, and Transformational Leadership Theory. The Trait Theory mainly involves the qualities associated with being a leader that someone might possess right from birth including qualities like self confidence, intelligence, and determination. The main idea behind Trait Theory is that leadership abilities are based on inherent qualities of a person rather than learned capabilities. The second is behavioral Theory, which suggests that leadership is something that is learned and developed due to specific actions and behaviors. In this regard, there is focus on the actions taken rather than the qualities of the individual involved, as in case of trait theory. Task oriented and people oriented are examples of leadership styles covered in behavioral leadership theory. Transformational Leadership Theory involves leadership practices that motivate and inspire followers to strive for excellence and success.

Among the three theories discussed above, it can be stated that Transformational Leadership Theory is more relevant to my own style of leadership as well as leadership style that can help organizations achieve success. Motivation, trust, and cooperation are some of the values emphasized in Transformational Leadership Theory.

In order to adopt the principles of Transformational Leadership Theory in my own leadership practices, I will be focusing on communicating goals effectively, mentoring my colleagues to ensure their professional growth, and acknowledging their successes in order to maintain motivation. Apart from this, it is important to foster creativity and open communication among all employees, while leading by example and maintaining positivity.

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The three major leadership theories include, transactional theory, transformational theory, and servant leadership theory. Transactional theory emphasizes on the need for exchanges that takes place between the followers and the leaders. These exchanges permit leaders to maintain the present organization performance, accomplish the needed tasks, accomplish their goals, motivate their followers using contractual agreements, focus on extrinsic rewards, improve efficiency in the organization and avoid unnecessary risks.In exchange, the transactional leaders permit their followers’ interests by reducing workplace anxiety, fulfilling their own self-interest and focusing on clear organizational objectives like increased production, reduced costs, quality customer services and increased quality (Khan et al., 2026). Transformational theory on the contrary deals with the need for both leaders and followers to contribute to the greater good of the organization. Transformational leaders raise the morale and motivation of all individuals in the organization. In other words, transformational leadership focuses on followers engagement, and commitment to attain to goals and the objectives of the organization by being part of the established system. Servant leaders desire to practice leadership by serving first rather than leading. They tend to seek ways of transforming their followers into being freer, wiser, healthier and more autonomous.

My organization applies the transformational theory of leadership. This is because both the followers and the leaders assume their individual gains to ensure the operations of the organization run smoothly. The leaders also focus on followers inputs and needs with the aim of transforming them into leaders by motivating and empowering them. Transformational leadership also has the advantage of creating a vision guiding the change, identify the need for change and acquire commitment and agreement of others. I would integrate this theory into my practice by treating my followers individually and seeks to develop their skills, morals and consciousness by offering significance to their challenges and work.

Reference

Khan, Z. A., Nawaz, D. A., & Khan, I. (2016). Leadership theories and styles: A literature review. Journal of Resources Development and Management.

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Apr 5 3:04pmManage Discussion by Bassam Ali

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Analysis of Leadership Theories and Their Application

I will discuss three major theories of leadership: Transformational Leadership, Transactional Leadership, and Servant Leadership. Transformational Leadership is people-based and service-oriented, focusing on employee productivity and motivation. On the other hand, Transitional Leadership is more pertinent towards order, regulations, and performance-based rewards or punishments in its efforts to attain the desired objectives. Lastly, the style of Servant Leadership is founded on the well-being and development of the team members, with the main focus on empathy and empowerment. All the theories have provided leadership practices applicable to organizational designs based on the quality of objectives and needs.

Personally, I think Transformational Leadership is applicable to my organization and is a management style. The values of my organization are growth, innovation, and empowerment of employees, which appear to align with the transformational leadership values since they imply the ability to inspire and encourage employees towards achieving the shared purpose. I can make the best out of individuals, and I have every qualification to inspire people. In applying this theory in the practical part of leadership, I would ensure we have a time-sensitive, innovative vision that can be shared and that we provide constructive feedback. Frequent visits would help the organization stay on course toward where they want to be, and I would also reward success to create a culture of appreciation and growth. It would provide me with an opportunity to empower my personnel and bring the organization to success.

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Apr 5 3pm| Last reply Apr 5 8:10pmManage Discussion by Shatha Ali

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Three essential leadership theories exist, which guide a leader in leading the organization. Transformational leadership inspires followers to go beyond their self-interests in achieving goals. Servant leadership prioritizes the needs of followers over ones own because leadership expert Robert Greenleaf believed that when people feel supported, performance follows. Hersey and Blanchard developed the concept of situational leadership. In this, an effective leader adapts his style based on the followers competence and commitment levels. The leader may direct, coach, support, and delegate depending on the situation.

My organizations leadership style and mine are best suited to transformational leadership. Today’s rapidly changing environments require much more than managing tasks. They require leaders who create authentic commitment and connect people with purpose. To apply this in my own day-to-day leadership, I would start meetings where someone presents some work we are doing every week and links it to our big-picture mission. Have very regular one-on-ones that focus on what can help the person grow more, and finally ensure a space for innovative thinking where people are not scared to speak up for fear of ridicule. I will also demonstrate accountability and publicly acknowledge contributions that are consistent with our values. This approach makes sure that transformational leadership is something people do every day.

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