Introduction to Management

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Introduction to management

Introduction to Management 1
Contents
Trait theory............................................................................................................................................2
Situational, transformational and servant leadership.............................................................................3
Identification of a leader........................................................................................................................3
Leadership scenarios.............................................................................................................................4
Personal leadership/ Management profile..............................................................................................5
References.............................................................................................................................................6

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Trait theory
The trait theory of leadership is used to predict the effectiveness of leadership. The three
leadership traits possessed are discussed below:
Honesty and integrity: The trait theory has helped me to attain honesty and integrity which
helped in building a trusting relationship with other employees in the organization. It has
represented higher consistency between the word and deed. The honesty and integrity are the
fundamental values which are sought by the employers. For instance, the honesty and
integrity attained by me helped the employer in the clear communication at the meetings.
Following moral and integrity helped me in doing the right things in all the circumstances
(Anderson, et al. 2018).
Job relevant knowledge: The trait of the relevant job knowledge is possessed from the trait
theory. The high degree of knowledge is attained regarding company, industry and technical
matters. In-depth knowledge has allowed me to make well-informed decisions and
comprehend the inferences of the decisions. For instance, having relevant knowledge helped
me in gaining the attention to the higher authority. It even assisted in the performance
appraisal process. The relevant knowledge helped me in handling challenges in the
organization skilfully, thoroughly and successfully.
The desire to lead: I have attained a strong desire to influence and lead others. It has even
demonstrated the willingness to take responsibility. For instance, having a desire to lead
helped in my career to value employer-employee relationships. It even helped me to engage
towards work and in the commitment. My contributions towards the organization were
appreciated. It even helped me to strengthen my relationship with the managers. It even
enhanced the ability to interact with the people in the best possible manner. I was been given
the employee recognition award from the last three months.
The integrity is not must to have as a trait of the trait theory. But it has a role in gaining the
interest of both seniors and subordinates. It essentially contributes to becoming an effective
leader.
The traits like relevant knowledge and desire to lead are sufficient enough to be an effective
leader. The relevant knowledge has a role in contributing effective efforts whereas desire to
lead made employees contribute extra efforts towards the organization.