Application of leadership issues on the wicked problem of Global Climate Change

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Application of leadership issues on the wicked problem of Global Climate Change
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Table of contents
Introduction................................................................................................................................2
Overview of the wicked problem...............................................................................................2
Global climactic change as the wicked problem........................................................................3
Discussion..................................................................................................................................3
1. Identification of the critical leadership issues necessary to move towards a resolution of the
wicked problem..........................................................................................................................3
2. Critically application of the critical leadership issues to the wicked problem.......................5
3 Justification that the critical leadership issues are pertinent to the ‘Wicked’ problem...........6
4. Developing a leadership approach/framework to move towards resolution of the wicked
problem......................................................................................................................................8
5 Justification of how leadership approach/framework will contribute to a resolution of the
‘Wicked’ problem....................................................................................................................11
Conclusion................................................................................................................................12
References................................................................................................................................13

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Introduction
Leadership is one of the crucial attribute, which determines the growth and
development of the individuals. Judgmental rationality approaching the task symbolizes
leader like approach. This is applicable mostly in case of achieving solutions for the wicked
problems, which is the actual representation for the leadership skills possessed by the persons
(Beinecke, 2009). This essay would apply leadership aspects on the wicked problem of global
climactic change.
Overview of the wicked problem
The concept of “wicked problem” was coined by Horst Rittel in 1960. In his
propositions, the main aim of achieving resolutions to the created problems is to change the
perceptions. Usage of multiple interactive systems helps in removing the existence of
uncertainties and inadequate responses. As per the opinions of Shamir and Eilam-Shamir,
(2018), systematic response projects the disagreement towards the absence of incorrect
solutions for such kind of problems. As a matter of specification, wicked problems consists of
a particular theories and molecular structures, which helps in achieving relevant solutions.
Complex nature of the wicked problems makes the process of resolutions difficult. Taking
into consideration, problem solving cycle along with risk assessment methods would assist
the persons to emerge as a successful leader. Herein lays the appropriateness of
transformational leadership, as the individual would transform the characteristics of the
wicked problem.
Mention can be made of servant leadership, which would be beneficial in this context.
Collective decision-making is the main aspect of servant leadership, which would broaden
the scope and arena of the thought processes of the leaders (Wagner, 2016). Apart from this,

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collaborative approach towards decision-making would enhance the awareness towards the
appropriate solutions for the wicked problem.
Global climactic change as the wicked problem
Global climactic change can be considered as the part for the whole. Here, the
“whole” represents the broader version of the wicked problems and “part” is the “social
issues”. Warnings issues by the scientists, regarding the climactic change in the ancient ages,
transformed into avoidance and negligence. This is due to the excessive exploitation of the
natural resources by the humans. Ignorant approach to the warnings led to the unavoidable
circumstances of the environment pollution and global warming. Clinton, (2018) opines that
development of policies related to the reduction of greenhouse gases reflects a planned and
reasoned approach towards the issue of climactic change. The aspects of planned and
reasoned approach brings behavioural theory into the discussion, which is essential in terms
of studying the leadership skills, abilities and competencies needed for solving wicked
problems.
Discussion
1. Identification of the critical leadership issues necessary to move towards a resolution
of the wicked problem
Competency with the problem is crucial for the leaders in terms of achieving effective
solutions. The level of competency reflects the extent to which the leaders are aware of the
intensity of the wicked problem. Within this competency, one of an important aspect is that
of creativity towards the achievement of solutions. This creativity is an indication for the
through process. This creativity attains value and weightage if a proper vision is created at
the initial stage to achieving effective resolutions. In the opinions of Bolden, (2016),
disseminating the vision properly to the team members is accounted as an important issue of