Leadership Qualities analysis Research 2022

Running head: LEADERSHIP QUALITIES ANALYSIS
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES ANALYSIS
Name of the Student
Name of the University
Author Note

LEADERSHIP QUALITIES ANALYSIS1
Task 1
Explanation of leadership and description of main features of four theories
Leadership is mainly explained as the area of research and practical skill that
encompasses an ability of the individuals or the organization so that they are able to lead and
guide the others in the organizations. Leaders are able to help the others in the organizations
so that they are able to do right things. The proper development of an effective vision is also
a major responsibility that is provided to the leaders (Ali et al., 2015). The four major
theories of leadership in relation to the organization named CT NZ are described as follows,
Trait theory of leadership – The trait theory of leadership is mainly based on the
systematic efforts that have been made by the researchers in order to understand the
personality based traits and the characteristics. The identification of mental, physical and
different personality traits are major aspects of this theory. The traits of the managers of CT
NZ will influence the relationship developed with the clients (Anderson & Sun, 2017).
Behavioural theory of leadership – The leaders can have similarities in the traits that
are depicted by them. However, the behavioural differences can be considered in order to
understand their characteristics. The leadership behaviours can have an influence on the
communication that is developed by the managers of CT NZ (Blomme, Kodden & Beasley-
Suffolk, 2015).
Contingency theory of leadership – The trait and behaviour of leaders depend on
many different aspects. However, the situation or contingency based approaches have a major
impact on the leadership qualities and characteristics. The situation which CT NZ faces can
have an impact on the leadership process and activities (Cote, 2017).
Transformational leadership theory – The leadership qualities can become innovative
in nature to help the leaders in managing the employees in a charismatic way. The leaders in
CT NZ will have an influence on the employees and their work process and they can motivate
them in an effective manner (Fiaz, Su & Saqib, 2017).
Identification of internal and external challenges faced by the leader
The leader of CEO of CT NZ Andy faces some major levels of challenges on an
internal and external basis in the process of managing the employees effectively. The internal
challenges that are faced by the leader are as follows,
Page 1 of 7

LEADERSHIP QUALITIES ANALYSIS2
 Development of the managerial effectiveness is considered to be the most
significant challenge that is faced by the leader. The relevant management of
skills, decision making, strategic thinking have to be managed in order to
ensure effectiveness (Ghasabeh, Soosay & Reaiche, 2015).
 Another major challenge that is faced by the leader of CT NZ is based on the
ways by which he can motivate or inspire the other employees who are a part
of the organization.
 The coaching process of employees and developing the employees is
considered to be a major factor that can have an impact on the leader of CT
NZ (Hussain & Hassan, 2016).
 The proper building of a team, development and management is also a huge
challenge that is faced by the leader.
 The change implementation process in an organization is considered to be an
important factor that is able to provide challenges to the leader of an
organization like CT NZ (Nawaz & Khan_ PhD, 2016).
 CT NZ operates with the help of proper collaboration that is developed
between the clients or the stakeholders of the organization as well. Proper
management of the stakeholders provides major challenges to the leader
(Offermann & Coats, 2018).
The leaders of an organization have the ability to influence people who work under
them. The external factors are thereby able to affect the ways by which leaders can manage
the employees.
 The work environment of an organization is based on the values and legacy of
the leaders. External environment of CT NZ will be able to affect the leader or
CEO and provide a major challenge to him as well. The values, concepts and
goals of the organization need to be considered by the leader before he takes a
step (Storey, 2016).
 The dependence of Andy on the resources of CT NZ is quite high and proper
usage of these resources is considered to be an important factor that can offer a
challenge to him.
 The role that is played by the employees in the organization has an impact on
the effectiveness of the leadership as well. The lack of cooperation between
Page 2 of 7