University Leadership: MGT502 Business Communication Post B Analysis

This discussion post, a response to a prompt on the value of leadership, reflects on the key takeaways from a business communication course. The author emphasizes the critical difference between a boss and a leader, highlighting that effective leadership hinges on strong communication skills and the ability to make tough decisions with compassion. The post discusses the importance of understanding different leadership styles and adapting to the cultural fit of the business environment. The author applies these concepts, demonstrating how they would lead a team and foster open communication. The post references specific academic sources to support the arguments and demonstrates an understanding of the course materials.

Running head: BUSINESS COMMUNICATION POST B
Business Communication Post B
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It is to mention for ensuring more effective learning, it is very import that we reflect
our experience and consider what actually we have learnt. From the discussion I have
understood that effective leadership is the key to effective business communication. Not all
style of leadership is suitable for every business. We must first understand which style best
suits the cultural fit for understanding the demands of the employee and lead by example.
The three key points that I have learnt from the discussion are- a) that there is a
significant difference in between a boss and a leader, b) communication is the key to the
success of a business leader (Simcic Bronn, 2014). Leaders should be a very skilled
communicators in huge number of relationships at organisational level, in the groups, in
communities and also, sometimes on global scale c) a true leader always has the confidence
of standing alone and courage of making the tough decisions in difficult times along with the
compassion of listening to the needs of other people (Spears & Lawrence, 2016).
I can apply these knowledge that I have gained in my future professional career where
I too might be given the role of leading a team or a group of people. I would ensure that all
the key points that I have learnt regarding effective business communication and effective
leadership are followed by me in order to bring out the best out of my team and to provide the
organisation that would be working for, its desired and deserved outcomes. I would also
ensure that I am approachable for my team members so that they never hesitate to share their
problems with me that could likely be a key reason behind business or project failure. I would
also ensure that effective communication practices are in place.

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References:
Simcic Brønn, P. (2014). How others see us: leaders’ perceptions of communication and
communication managers. Journal of Communication Management, 18(1), 58-79.
Available at: https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/JCOM-03-2013-
0028/full/html
Spears, L. C., & Lawrence, M. (Eds.). (2016). Practicing servant-leadership: Succeeding
through trust, bravery, and forgiveness. John Wiley & Sons. Available at:
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