Leadership and its Critical Analysis
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Leadership styles are an important issue in organizational behavior because of their role in organizational and even individual development. In fact, leadership is the most critical issue in organizational behavior and human interactions. A leader is constantly seeking for methods to modify and improve in order to contribute to the success of people and the organization.
Leadership and its Critical Analysis
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Critical Analysis - Final Draft
MA in Leadership, Trinity Western University
LDRS 500 RJ: Leadership Foundations
Dr. Imbenzi Georege
Jan 30th, 2022
Critical Analysis - Final Draft
MA in Leadership, Trinity Western University
LDRS 500 RJ: Leadership Foundations
Dr. Imbenzi Georege
Jan 30th, 2022
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Introduction
Leadership styles are an important issue in organizational behavior because of their role in
organizational and even individual development. In fact, leadership is the most critical issue in
organizational behavior and human interactions. A leader is constantly seeking for methods to
modify and improve in order to contribute to the success of people and the organization. To know
how to lead, one must first understand the types of leadership styles, so that by selecting one's
style, leader may take the appropriate approach to effective leadership, and also knows how to
interact with subordinates. An effective leader must create an inspiring vision for the future,
motivate and inspire people to engage with that vision, build a team, and guide it in achieving that
vision. Leadership can encourage employees to do their jobs and increase their productivity. The
leader always has loyal people who are ready to listen to him completely. An effective leader
guides his followers by setting the goals of the organization. In the organization, they define the
vision and set the path for successful achievement of organizational goals. Every organization
needs an active leader who will motivate them to work towards achieving organizational goals.
Good leaders build and maintain enthusiasm and confidence among their followers. They provide
guidance by which subordinates can clearly sense their abilities and characteristics. Effective
leaders cultivate team spirit and mutual understanding among their followers. Leadership
maintains order and inspires voluntary cooperation among followers. In general, leadership is not
an easy task and it should be known that not everyone can be a leader. But what matters is the
influence of the leader. A leader can lead to the success of the organization if he is guided correctly
and to failure if he is not familiar with his duties.
We will look at three types of leadership in this article: servant leadership, transformational
leadership, and authentic leadership.
Introduction
Leadership styles are an important issue in organizational behavior because of their role in
organizational and even individual development. In fact, leadership is the most critical issue in
organizational behavior and human interactions. A leader is constantly seeking for methods to
modify and improve in order to contribute to the success of people and the organization. To know
how to lead, one must first understand the types of leadership styles, so that by selecting one's
style, leader may take the appropriate approach to effective leadership, and also knows how to
interact with subordinates. An effective leader must create an inspiring vision for the future,
motivate and inspire people to engage with that vision, build a team, and guide it in achieving that
vision. Leadership can encourage employees to do their jobs and increase their productivity. The
leader always has loyal people who are ready to listen to him completely. An effective leader
guides his followers by setting the goals of the organization. In the organization, they define the
vision and set the path for successful achievement of organizational goals. Every organization
needs an active leader who will motivate them to work towards achieving organizational goals.
Good leaders build and maintain enthusiasm and confidence among their followers. They provide
guidance by which subordinates can clearly sense their abilities and characteristics. Effective
leaders cultivate team spirit and mutual understanding among their followers. Leadership
maintains order and inspires voluntary cooperation among followers. In general, leadership is not
an easy task and it should be known that not everyone can be a leader. But what matters is the
influence of the leader. A leader can lead to the success of the organization if he is guided correctly
and to failure if he is not familiar with his duties.
We will look at three types of leadership in this article: servant leadership, transformational
leadership, and authentic leadership.
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Section 1
Servant leadership:
The term "servant leadership" was coined in 1970 by Robert Greenleaf in an article entitled
"Servant as Leader." This style of leadership is used as a long-term approach, in terms of making
changes in life and career. In this article, he points out that a great leader starts by serving others.
Therefore, proper leadership comes from a deep desire to help others, and great leaders act as
servants to meet the needs of employees, customers, and the community. In fact, the root of
leadership is a commitment to service. Greenleaf writes of the servant leadership process: “The
servant leader is servant first, it begins with a natural feeling that one wants to serve, to serve first,
as opposed to, wanting power, influence, fame, or wealth.”
The servant leader first meets the most important needs and priorities of the people. One shares
power with the team, identifying, prioritizing, and helping others develop and function as best they
can. Servant leaders believe that when their team members feel personal and professional
satisfaction, they produce higher quality and more efficient work.
It can be said that the idea of servant leadership is completely derived from the personality traits
of religious leaders in different religions. In the Bible, Christ is mentioned as the model of a servant
leader. In other religions, such as Islam, there are two key roles for leaders:
The first is service and support. A servant leader must always seek to serve his people, and the
slightest negligence in this regard calls into question his guiding personality. Such servant leaders
must always seek the comfort of their people and guide them according to their behavior and
actions. The idea of servant leadership has always been part of religion since the beginning of
Islam. The second is the conceptualization of servant leadership. Leadership is a process that
enables a person to influence others to achieve common goals, both for the individual and for the
organization. This definition is one of the main definitions in the field of leadership and is largely
true of servant leadership. The main and ultimate goal of a servant leader is to serve people by
investing in their upbringing and success, which ultimately leads to the performance of their duties
and goals.
Section 1
Servant leadership:
The term "servant leadership" was coined in 1970 by Robert Greenleaf in an article entitled
"Servant as Leader." This style of leadership is used as a long-term approach, in terms of making
changes in life and career. In this article, he points out that a great leader starts by serving others.
Therefore, proper leadership comes from a deep desire to help others, and great leaders act as
servants to meet the needs of employees, customers, and the community. In fact, the root of
leadership is a commitment to service. Greenleaf writes of the servant leadership process: “The
servant leader is servant first, it begins with a natural feeling that one wants to serve, to serve first,
as opposed to, wanting power, influence, fame, or wealth.”
The servant leader first meets the most important needs and priorities of the people. One shares
power with the team, identifying, prioritizing, and helping others develop and function as best they
can. Servant leaders believe that when their team members feel personal and professional
satisfaction, they produce higher quality and more efficient work.
It can be said that the idea of servant leadership is completely derived from the personality traits
of religious leaders in different religions. In the Bible, Christ is mentioned as the model of a servant
leader. In other religions, such as Islam, there are two key roles for leaders:
The first is service and support. A servant leader must always seek to serve his people, and the
slightest negligence in this regard calls into question his guiding personality. Such servant leaders
must always seek the comfort of their people and guide them according to their behavior and
actions. The idea of servant leadership has always been part of religion since the beginning of
Islam. The second is the conceptualization of servant leadership. Leadership is a process that
enables a person to influence others to achieve common goals, both for the individual and for the
organization. This definition is one of the main definitions in the field of leadership and is largely
true of servant leadership. The main and ultimate goal of a servant leader is to serve people by
investing in their upbringing and success, which ultimately leads to the performance of their duties
and goals.
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Here are some of the characteristics of a servant leader:
Self-awareness: It is the ability to look at oneself, to think deeply about one's feelings and
behavior, and to consider how it affects others. A leader can increase her self-awareness by
knowing her strengths and weaknesses and getting feedback from others. This self-awareness helps
the servant leader to put aside personal prejudices when making decisions.
Empathy: Knowing each person's unique perspectives and goals is a key point for a servant leader.
Because people need to pay attention to the specific spirits of each of them. A servant leader has
the ability to recognize and understand the feelings and emotions of his team and take care of them.
Listening: Servant leader must be actively aware of the demands and decisions of his team and
listen carefully to what they say and also reflect on their careers. This is essential for the growth
of the servant leader. They use active listening to solve problems, consult with others, and teach.
To improve listening skills, leader can pay close attention to people, pay attention to their body
language, do not jump in the middle of what they say, and show feedback on what they are saying.
Healing: Servant leaders have the potential to heal themselves and others. Many people may have
experienced various sufferings and injuries. Therefore, good ministerial leaders try to support such
people emotionally, mentally, and physically.
Persuasion: In servant leadership, persuasion methods are used to encourage people to do what
they want, instead of using force and coercion. It is also an attempt to reach a collective agreement,
and in this way everyone will support the decisions that are made. This way you can persuade them
without damaging the relationship and taking advantage of others. One way to convince is to use
expertise. If the leader is recognized as an expert, employees will be more interested in following
him.
Conceptualization: The servant leader should not be content with just small successes, but should
dream bigger visions. If the people of the organization are aware and optimistic about the future,
they will redouble their efforts to achieve it.
Commitment to the growth of people: The servant leader as emphasizing that each of employees,
in addition to the efforts they make, has a special intrinsic value. Such leaders are committed to
Here are some of the characteristics of a servant leader:
Self-awareness: It is the ability to look at oneself, to think deeply about one's feelings and
behavior, and to consider how it affects others. A leader can increase her self-awareness by
knowing her strengths and weaknesses and getting feedback from others. This self-awareness helps
the servant leader to put aside personal prejudices when making decisions.
Empathy: Knowing each person's unique perspectives and goals is a key point for a servant leader.
Because people need to pay attention to the specific spirits of each of them. A servant leader has
the ability to recognize and understand the feelings and emotions of his team and take care of them.
Listening: Servant leader must be actively aware of the demands and decisions of his team and
listen carefully to what they say and also reflect on their careers. This is essential for the growth
of the servant leader. They use active listening to solve problems, consult with others, and teach.
To improve listening skills, leader can pay close attention to people, pay attention to their body
language, do not jump in the middle of what they say, and show feedback on what they are saying.
Healing: Servant leaders have the potential to heal themselves and others. Many people may have
experienced various sufferings and injuries. Therefore, good ministerial leaders try to support such
people emotionally, mentally, and physically.
Persuasion: In servant leadership, persuasion methods are used to encourage people to do what
they want, instead of using force and coercion. It is also an attempt to reach a collective agreement,
and in this way everyone will support the decisions that are made. This way you can persuade them
without damaging the relationship and taking advantage of others. One way to convince is to use
expertise. If the leader is recognized as an expert, employees will be more interested in following
him.
Conceptualization: The servant leader should not be content with just small successes, but should
dream bigger visions. If the people of the organization are aware and optimistic about the future,
they will redouble their efforts to achieve it.
Commitment to the growth of people: The servant leader as emphasizing that each of employees,
in addition to the efforts they make, has a special intrinsic value. Such leaders are committed to
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