Leadership Theories and Applications

The assignment delves into the realm of leadership theories, examining different styles and their practical implications. It requires students to analyze provided case studies and apply relevant theoretical frameworks to understand and evaluate leadership behavior in various scenarios. The focus is on demonstrating a comprehension of key leadership concepts and their applicability to real-world situations.

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Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................1
To be a successful leader.............................................................................................................................1
Good leadership can be developed.............................................................................................................2
Distinguishes leadership from management...............................................................................................4
Leadership from Own Experiences..............................................................................................................7
References...................................................................................................................................................9
Introduction
Leadership is a process by which a group or an individual can be influenced to attain the goals
and objectives of the organization. Leaders have a significant role within an organization that
gives direct impact on enhancing the success and productivity of the employees. The main

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activity of the leader is to build and maintain a high performing level of the team. Leadership
plays a great role to conduct the activities of the organization in an effective manner.
Management is also one of the essential factors that should be considered by every organization
so that the goals and objectives can be accomplished in a proper manner. In this paper, the main
focus will be given to the leadership and management. In the first phase, the discussion will be
made on a successful leader and also how the leadership can be developed. In the second phase
of the paper, the difference is made between the leadership and management and also the
experiences are taken into consideration. In this, the discussion is also made by taking into
consideration development of good leadership.
To be a successful leader
To be a successful leader there are many factors that are involved that give direct impact on
enhancing the productivity and profitability of the organization. Leadership is a process that
facilitates individual and collective efforts to attain the goals and objectives of the organization.
There are many qualities and theories that assist to understand the factors that help to be a
successful leader. A successful leader is considered as one who takes into consideration power of
intuition and also precautionary steps so that the challenging situations can be faced efficiently
and successfully. To be a good leader the person should have the ability to control his emotions
and anger in public (Fernandez, Noble, Jensen and Steffen, 2015). Motivation should also be
given by him to the public so that people can work in a proper manner and can conduct the
activities of the organization smoothly. To be a successful leader the following are the qualities
that should be possessed by an individual:
a.) A successful leader should have an honest personality. To be successful person honesty is
one of the important factors that an individual should possess. It is important that the
leader should be trustworthy to give directions to others. A leader should be known as a
trustworthy and honest person, and then only he or she can give directions in a right
manner. To be successful person honesty is one of the essential factors that give success
to an individual. It is also evaluated that true authority is only born from respect for the
good character and the trustworthiness of the person who conducts the activities
(Hollander, 2013).

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b.) A good leader is always confident and also set proper directions. A leader requires
enhancing the confidence level of the employees. In order to give right direction and set
the goals for others, the leader should be confident enough, so that the activities can be
conducted in an effective manner. If the leader has a high confidence level, then it can be
possible to inspire others and draws out trust of the team to conduct the tasks. A leader
who gives confidence to others can achieve best outcomes from the team.
c.) Be a coach and not a judge: To become a successful leader the person should be a coach
and should not act like a judge. To be a successful leader, it is very important that you
give support and motivation to the team members so that they can give their best towards
the activities. It is analyzed that at the time of uncertainty and unfamiliarity the team
member or an individual search for reassurance and security. A successful leader is one
who gives security to the team members or an individual's.
d.) A successful leader should have positive beliefs: Positivity helps an individual to attain
the success and also it is evaluated that the success can be easily attained by positivity.
The leader should have positive attitudes so that the work can be completed in a proper
manner. If a person possesses positive attitude, then the difficult task can also be
completed in a proper way. Every successful leader possesses positive attitude, then only
the effective outcomes can be achieved. For example Mahatma Gandhi, Abraham
Lincoln was the powerful leaders and they handle the situation by carrying positive
attitude with them (Northouse, 2015).
Path Goal Theory
To be a good leadership Path goal theory can be taken into consideration. Path goal
theory centers on how leaders give motivation to subordinates, so that goals and objectives
can be accomplished. The role of the leader is to define goals that need to be attained.
Leaders also clarify the path to achievement. Good leadership removes obstacles that can
helps to achieve overall objectives. Motivation is one of the essential factors that is given by
the leader to its subordinates so that the activities can be conducted effectively. The path
goals theory helps the leaders to be a good leader in the organization by taking into
consideration four types of leadership behavior they can adopt. It is evaluated that every
leadership behavior will have different impact on the motivation level of the subordinates.

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To be a good leader the behavior of the leader should consider two criteria like directive
leadership in which the leaders gives instruction to conduct the activities and also set
standards of performance. The rules and regulations that are made by the leaders should be
clear. The second criteria that should be followed by the good leader is supportive leadership
in which friendly behavior should be there of a leader. The leader in this also create pleasant
working environment so that respect can be given and also trust can be build. Leader
behavior also gives focus on inviting the subordinates to share views in decision making and
also the consultation is made with the subordinates. It is seen that to be a good leader it is
important to consider the employees in the organization decisions so that they can feel good
and happy (Phillips and Phillips, 2016).
Achievement oriented leadership also considers by the leader so that the subordinates can
be challenged to perform work at the highest level. Also the leader helps the employees to
build confidence so that the activities can be smoothly conducted. So, the job of the leader is
to assists the subordinates so that they can reach their goals by directing and guiding. Leaders
should analyze the task and subordinates characteristics so that proper leadership style can be
adopted. The theory suggests that it is important to evaluate the characteristics of the
employees, so that activities can be conducted effectively.
Good leadership can be developed
Yes, good leadership can be developed. Leaders can give directions to the employees or the
workers of the organization but having the good leadership skills is one of the important factors
that should be taken into consideration. Good leadership can be developed by taking into
consideration leadership skills that give enhancement to the overall productivity of the
organization. Following should be taken into consideration to enhance the good leadership in an
individual.
a.) Should have a clear vision: A Good leadership can be developed if the individual has a
clear vision. The job of the leader is to give a clear path to the team so that they can
follow. The team should have a clear idea of the goals so that the activities can be
conducted in an effective manner. Good leadership skills can only be implemented if the
leader takes into consideration clear vision (Chemers, 2014).

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b.) Maintain a positive attitude: By maintaining positive attitude the good leadership
behavior can be increased. No one accepts the person who possesses negative attitude.
With the positive attitude, the person is looking at a bright side of the life. It is seen that
people are attracted towards a person who possesses positive attitude. By having positive
attitude an individual can lead a happier life and can also motivate other to conduct the
activities in an effective manner.
c.) Improve the communication skill: To develop good leadership it is important to have
proper communication skill. Good leadership can be developed by improving the
communication skills so that the person can easily interact with the team or the individual
in a proper way. The leader should be able to communicate the vision, goals, and skills.
It involves the ability to listen to what other people are communicating. To enhance the
leadership it is essential to communicate continuously so that the improvement can take
place in the verbal, non-verbal and listening skills (Sanders, 2017).
d.) Motivate others to greatness: The greatest leaders are the one who influences everyone by
recognizing the value of the individual. To be a good leadership it is essential to look
beyond the compassion of the employees so that the activities can be conducted
smoothly. There are many leaders who agree that they rose to the top just because another
leader recognized and harnessed their potential (Fairhurst and Connaughton, 2014).
e.) Continue to educate and improve yourself: Good leadership can be enhanced when the
leader shows their skills and most importantly gives focus on it to improve. If the person
thinks that he is an expert and it is not important to learn more, then good leadership
cannot be improved. The leader should continue to educate and gain knowledge so that
the leadership skills can be increased. Good leadership helps to educate the individuals so
that the goals and objectives can be accomplished effectively.
f.) Successful leaders can be developed when he or she accept the failures and weaknesses.
It is seen that the successful leaders know that the success is not a failure but to learn new
things from mistakes. If the leader is strong, then it is seen that they will communicate the
weaknesses with the team and also appoints the person who can conduct the activities
actively without giving it a second thought. Then only a good leadership can be
developed properly (Barkil-Oteo and Holoshitz, 2014).

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g.) Listening effectively: Good leadership can be developed if the leader listens effectively to
its employees and workers. Without listening skills, it is not possible to get feedback
from others. To maintain or to develop good leadership it is important to listen to the
queries of every employee or the workers so that the activities can be conducted
smoothly. To listen effectively it is important to maintain an eye contact and respond
accurately (Paustian-Underdahl, Walker and Woehr, 2014). It is also important to take
into consideration proper communication and body language so that the leadership can be
maintained properly. It is essential for the leader to solve the queries of every individual
so that they can work in a proper manner. If the queries of the team are solved
effectively then it can give direct enhancement in the profitability and also the confidence
level of the employees will be enhanced (Antonakis and Day, 2017).
Some practical methods to develop good leadership
Good leadership can be developed by taking into consideration following methods like
a.) Training: By giving training the good leadership can be developed. If the leaders are
given proper training, then it can be easy to gain knowledge. Training helps to leaders to
manage the activities in effective manner. Training helps the leader to learn about the
tactics that can help to conduct and manage the activities of the organization. If
leadership training is given then it can be easy to increase productivity as leadership can
give enhancement in the productivity level of the individual. It is seen that leadership is
also about understanding the individuals emotionally. Like for instance: Daniel Goleman
states that emotional intelligence gives success to a leader. Emotional intelligence helps
to be smart and engage employees. Leadership training encompasses emotional
intelligence to the emotional skills in the leader. The good leadership can also be
developed when the personal leadership of an individual is developed. If training is given
to the employees then it can help to maintain a positive attitude and also enhance the
good leadership skills in an individual (Haff and Triplett, 2015).
b.) Experience: Good leadership can also be developed with the experience. If an individual
have the experience to give directions to the employees then it can easy to accomplish
overall goals and objectives. Leaders can gain success if they conduct their activities
efficiently. Good leadership can also be developed if the individual read motivational

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books or watch videos. It gives knowledge to give direction to the employees so that they
can work efficiently.
c.) By attending conferences the good leadership can be developed. It gives knowledge to
work and helps to learn the behavior of the employees who are working in the
organization.
Distinguishes leadership from management
Leadership and management are considered as a two different aspects of the organization.
Basis Leadership Management
 Definition It refers to the capacity of
an individual to influence,
motivate and also to
contribute towards the
effectiveness and success of
the company.
It is related to directing and
controlling a group of one
or more people so that
proper coordination can be
made between the goals
and goals and objectives
can be accomplished
effectively.
 Personality styles It is known as brilliant and
also mercurial. The leaders
can take risk and sometimes
they are wild and crazy
risks. There are many
leaders that have a high
level of imagination.
Management tends to be
under control and also it is
related to solve the
problems. They often give
emphasis on goals,
structures and also on the
availability of the
resources. The personality
of the managers leans
toward the analysis and
intelligence.
 Orientation Leadership is considered as
a people oriented.
Management is considered
as a task oriented.
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on leading people managing the activities and
work in an effective
manner.
 Outcomes In leadership the
achievements are attained.
In management results are
achieved.
 Approach to tasks The leadership simply gives
emphasis on the problems
and also on creative
solutions. The leaders give
motivation and also give
emphasis to solve the
problems and excel
efficiently (Northouse, 2015).
Management gives focus
on creating strategies and
policies. The methods are
used to create teams and
ideas that combine to
conduct the activities
smoothly. The
empowerment is given to
the people by taking into
consideration their views,
values and also the
principles. The
management believes that
the combination minimize
the risk and also give
success to the organization.
Management is considered
as an important aspect of
the organization. Success
can be attained if the
organization has effective
management.
 Decision making The role in making the
decision is related to the
facilitative making.
The management makes
the decisions, so that the
activities can be conducted
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organization.
 Styles There are many styles that
are involved in leadership
and that are:
Transformational,
consultative and
participative.
The styles that are involved
in management are:
Transactional, democratic,
dictatorial and
authoritative.
 Approach to risk Risk taking Risk averse
 Company In the company the leaders
are followers
In the company the
management have many
subordinates
 Power Power is through the
influence
Power is through formal
authority and position
(Stryker, 2015).
Leadership and management are two different aspects. It is seen that managing and leading are
two different approaches to organize people. Leadership is related to the set of new directions or
the vision that the group follows. On the other hand if the management is taken into
consideration, then it is seen that it controls or directs the resources in a group according to the
values that are created. The manager uses a formal and rational method that stirs the emotion of
the leaders (Bolman and Deal, 2017).
By taking into consideration authority it is seen that people naturally follow leaders by
considering the personality traits of an individual whereas the management considers the formal
authority (Griffin, 2013). People are more loyal to the leaders as a comparison is made with the
managers. Leadership is one of the parts of the management. If management is there, then only
the company can appoint a leader to control or supervise the activities. Leaders try to solve the
problems of the team and also give right direction so that they can give their best towards the
work (Daft, 2014).
Leadership is concerned to the skills of leading a group of people and also to inspire towards a
direction. It is one of the interpersonal processes that involve an individual so that they can

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attain objectives. Leaders are individuals who have the quality to be a leader. A leader is
someone who has a large number of people who are following him and are inspired. Examples
of leaders are kiran bedi, Mahatma Gandhi. It is an activity that helps to direct and guide people
who are working together attain objectives. To achieve the objective it is seen that individuals
are divided into a team and assigned a task to be completed in a specific time. Every team
comprises of a leader who is selected on the basis of merit cum seniority. In the business
scenario, it is seen that leadership is not only limited to an individual but an organization can also
achieve leadership in the market by giving competition. Leadership can be in terms of market
share and product.
Management: Management is a combination of four terms
Man +age + men+ t (technique). So in this way management is a technique that is used by a man
for dealing and managing the individuals of different age so that they common objective can be
attained. Management also maintains balance of men, money, material, machine and methods.
The activities are conducted by an individual who is known as a manager (Beardwell and
Thompson, 2014).

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Leadership and management are inseparable in nature. Also the qualities of a manager need
leadership skills so that subordinates can be inspired. Management is related to arrangement and
maintenance of 5M and leadership is related to pursue people in a positive direction so that talent
can be accessed.
Leadership from Own Experiences
The experience is related to the previous job. I was responsible for giving directions and also to
supervise a team of five people. The training and mentoring were given by me to all the five
people. I enjoyed leadership and also I feel proud to say that the two people who are working in
my team were promoted while I was mentoring them. At that time I learned that leadership plays
a great role to enhance the motivation level of the employees who are working in the
organization. As a leader, it is a very proud moment to help and assist the other team members
and also I gained a vast knowledge.
The second experience is not related to the work experience. I just finished my degree in finance,
and at that time the classes are conducted by taking into consideration teamwork. It is my quality
that I always step up as a leader wherever I get the opportunity. In the senior level accounting
class, the team of four people was made in which we have to complete a large project throughout
the entire semester. My team achieved the highest score in the class because I decided to submit
the task early and also delegated tasks to people based on their capability. At that time I enjoyed
leading and delegating the responsibility and also hope to attain the leader position in my career.
To be a leader in many situations I learned various things like:
a.) Be decisive: Giving directions and also to assist the people by being a leader helped me
to be decisive. It is evaluated that a reality for any leader is that there are many people
who need your decision and if the decisions are not given quickly, then the negative
impact will be seen in the organization. I analyzed that to make the fast decision is a very
tough task but it helps others to conduct the activities in a smooth manner (Goleman,
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b.) Embrace change: As a leader, it is very important to drive the change. The change should
not be avoided. The leader is the one who can make an effective change that is beneficial
for the organization and also for the employees. To manage the change is also one of the
important aspects that should be taken into consideration by the leader. When I was the
leader, I learned to manage the change in an effective manner (Robertson, 2016).
c.) Be inspirational: It is very important for the leader to enhance the hope and positivity
among the employees who are working in the organization. When I directed the
employees, I learned how to enhance the positivity and to minimize the negativity from
an individual. It is very essential for the leader to trust the capability of the people, so that
the motivation can be given to the weak people of the team (Fassinger and Good,2017).
d.) To control the emotions: This is one of the important factors that are very important for
the leader. Emotions are the feeling that the individual possessed. It is essential for the
leader to control the emotions. I learned that a leader is a person who has to control the
emotions at every point of time, so that the activities can be conducted in an effective
manner. The mood has a great impact on the judgment and as a leader, it's the
responsibility to manage the emotions in a positive manner.
e.) Never stop learning: It is the most important factor that I learned by giving directions to
the team members. A leader learns many new techniques and things that also give a
positive impact on the career.
f.) To be authentic: Leadership helps an individual to be authentic. It gives knowledge about
how, to be honest towards the activities that should be conducted smoothly. As a leader, I
learned that how to be authentic and conduct the activities in an effective manner. If
leadership is conducted properly then it can be analyzed that the growth and profitability
of the organization can be attained in a proper manner (Armstrong, 2016).
Leadership is one of the qualities that help the organization to attain the goals and objectives in a
proper manner. It is evaluated that to be a leader doesn't mean that you know each and every
thing. It is essential to recognize and encourage others as experts. The trust and autonomy should
be considered for conducting the activities in a smooth way. The employees or people of the
organization will give attention to the leader just because of the position. The job of the leader is
to pay attention to what the people say and also to the views that don't count. It is important to

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show that what you are listening and also should gain trust by giving them the credit (Kane and
Patapan, 2014).
As a leader, it is important to give motivation and encourage them to attain the goals and
objectives. It is explained that to identify the characteristics of the leader is one of the difficult
tasks as there are various traits involved in the process. It is the main responsibility of the
manager to conduct the activities in an effective manner, because if the workers are not efficient
then it can give negative impact on the organization. If the leaders are not there in the
organization, then it will be difficult to attain the profitability. A leader is a person who
influences the other to accomplish the goals and to accept the challenges. It also helps to remove
the hurdles for his subordinates. A leader is considered as a role model of the organization
(Johnson, 2014).
In this section, Lewin leadership style will be discussed as the activities that are conducted by me
are also delegated to others. In this 3 leadership styles are
a.) Autocratic leadership style: In this leaders make decisions without consulting their team
members. In the first experience I have taken all the decisions without consulting my
team members, so that decisions can be made quickly.
b.) Democratic leadership style: In this style leaders make final decisions by including the
team members. They encourage creativity and also help to enhance the satisfaction of the
work. So in the second experience I have taken decision by discussing it with my team
members. By discussing it with the team members I observed that high productivity can
be attained. The decision that is made is quick and also effective.
c.) Laissez faire: It is the leadership in which the leader gives freedom to the team members.
In both the situation the freedom is given to the team members so that they can conduct
the activities effectively. As a leader I have also support my team members with
resources and also given advised when required. I have also given motivation so that the
activities can be conducted smoothly. When motivation is given to the team members it is
seen that positive outcome can be attained (Breunig, 2014).

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