MGMT4431/267: Analysis of Leadership Models and Theories

This report delves into the complexities of leadership, particularly in the current global landscape. It examines the significance of vision and status quo in leadership, highlighting their roles in driving change and adaptation. The paper explores the creative leadership model, emphasizing its blend of innovation and creativity, and its resemblance to transformational leadership. The author selects Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam as an exemplar, analyzing his leadership style and qualities. The report discusses the strengths and weaknesses of creative leadership, emphasizing its adaptability and ability to inspire followers while acknowledging potential challenges. The conclusion reflects on the author's personal leadership traits influenced by Dr. Kalam and underscores the importance of addressing potential challenges proactively.

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Table of Contents
Introduction......................................................................................................................................2
Discussion........................................................................................................................................2
Leadership........................................................................................................................................2
The Role of Vision in Leadership and Change............................................................................2
The Role of Status Quo in Understanding the Need for Significant Change..............................3
Chosen Leadership Model or Theory..............................................................................................4
History, Origins and Important Persons Related to Chosen Model.............................................4
Leadership, Chosen Model, and Followers and Change.............................................................4
My Chosen Model and My Exemplar.........................................................................................5
Chosen Model’s Strengths and Weaknesses................................................................................6
Strengths..................................................................................................................................6
Weaknesses..............................................................................................................................6
Conclusion.......................................................................................................................................7
Reference.........................................................................................................................................8

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Introduction
Leadership in current situation is becoming very difficult and complex which is clearly
related to the current world scenario. According to Abecassis-Moedas and Gilson (2018) the
advent of globalisation creates more obstacle to the understanding of right leadership qualities in
both personal and professional sphere. According to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam “leadership
requires three traits like having a vision, explore new pathways and manage both success and
failure.” From that point of view, a leader has to maintain a farsighted vision and the ability to
explore new alternatives. In fact, it is also essential for a successful leader to look into the
weaknesses and strengths at the same time so that he or she will able to take necessary actions.
Therefore, this report is going to address the leadership style and qualities of Dr. APJ Abdul
Kalam and emphasize on the creative leadership style of Dr.Kalam.
Discussion
Leadership
The Role of Vision in Leadership and Change
As per the research of Taylor, Santiago and Hynes (2019) it can be stated that vision
plays a significant role in the context of leadership and change. The purpose of the vision in
leadership is considered to be a guidance to the leaders to set right examples towards
development. It can be argued that the concept of vision is associated with motivation and
inspiration for the leaders so that it will bring more efficacy for the leadership actions. Those
motivational factors will help the leader to keep moving forward and wipe out all the obstacles

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that can pose threat to the organizational practice. Moreover, Randel and Jaussi (2019) pointed
out that it is important for the leaders to have a focus in action so that it can help to boost the way
towards success. In response to this, vision provides ample opportunities and guidance to the
leaders to shape their vision and action accordingly. It is important to note that vision helps the
leaders to have a vision and purpose in action. It will help the leaders to understand the efficacy
and importance of the action and prioritize the alternative measures to a great measure so that the
right option can be made properly (Lingo, 2018).
The Role of Status Quo in Understanding the Need for Significant Change
There are several interpretations that the empirical evidences have made in order to bring
efficacy to the organizational practice. From the research of Arivayagan and Pihie (2017) it can
be argued that status quo helps a leader to understand the exact situation and he or she can take
necessary steps to facilitate a change in needs. Therefore, it can easily be argued that the status
quo helps the leader to get a clear perception regarding the situation and it is the fundamental
basis of initiating change. Moreover, Gornall and Bickerton (2018) advocated that often leaders
feel a negative sense in course of initiating change. It is due to over dependency on the status quo
situation. It is important for the leaders to get an in-depth analysis over the status quo and design
the change management planning as per the requirement extracted from the status quo situation
(Mitra & O’Regan, 2020). It will definitely reduce the fear of the leader to bring any change into
the organizational fold. Henceforth, status quo is identified as one of the leading aspects for the
leaders to get the motivation for initiating change for the betterment of the organization.
On the other hand, Perkins and Williamon (2019) figured out that analyzing the status
quo situation is very essential to sharpen the vision of the leader for procuring more effective
solution for the organization. The status quo situation provides enough information related to the

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change in planning so that it will be effective for the leader to prepare the change planning and
figure out the required resources that can assist to bring more efficacy for the organization (Cho
& Hwang, 2017). Therefore, it can definitely be stated that the role of the status quo is very
pertinent for the leaders while attaining the need for significant changes both in professional and
personal life.
Chosen Leadership Model or Theory
History, Origins and Important Persons Related to Chosen Model
Dr. A.P. J. Abdul Kalam was the 11th President of India who was born on 15th October,
1931 in Tamil Nadu, South India. As one of the leading scientist Dr. Kalam was an Well known
aerospace engineer professor and the first Chancellor of Indian Institute of Space Science and
Technology Thiruvanthapuram. He was named the ‘Missile Man of India’ due to his huge
contribution to the Indian space science and innovation. As a matter of fact, he was the most
popular President that Indian ever had since independence. Moreover, he is also an icon of
inspiration to the Indian youths and focused on the anti-corruption movement strongly. It is
important to analyze his leadership style and the qualities that he enjoyed since the last days of
his life.
Leadership, Chosen Model, and Followers and Change
The chosen model of leadership is the creative leadership where innovation and
creativity are blended with the leadership qualities of the leader. According to the research of
Ezzat, Le Masson and Weil (2017) a creative leader is responsible to realize and develop
innovative ideas through shared ambition of improvement. In other words, it can be stated that
the motive of the creative leaders is to facilitate an change in process with the help of creativity

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and forging an environment of better world by innovative thinking. Therefore, it is obvious for
the creative leaders to have enough courage, collaboration and creative vision that can envisage a
new future with more benefits. From the research of Anderson and O’Connor (2019) it can be
argued that generosity and pragmatic idealism are the mainstay of creative leadership that can
embolden the character and the though process of the leader to an extensive manner. It is also
important to note that critical analysis, experimentation and a wider vision is very essential for
the success of the creative leaders. The creative leadership practice has a unique resemblance
with transformational leadership, authentic leadership and servant leadership. As opined by
Svejenova and Christiansen (2018) the creative leadership trait is quite similar to the
transformational leadership approach where both the leadership style embark on the same
principle of moral values, inspirational influence and having a social impact.
My Chosen Model and My Exemplar
My chosen model of leadership is transformational leadership and I opt for the leadership
style of Dr. A.P. J. Abdul Kalam. There are two important facets that drive me to choose the
leadership trait of Dr. Kalam. First of all, I can say that Dr. Kalam is an inspiration and an icon
of harnessing intellect with management. It is very important for a person to develop his
knowledge so that it will help him to acquire more advantages in future. Dr. Kalam’s
achievements are real life example that intrigues me a lot to understand how such a knowledge
person was being so modest, humble but had a vision of future. It is very interesting to know that
Dr. A.P. J. Abdul Kalam had the ability to blend with the people and he also carried out a
positive vibe among the people so that they get influenced and inspired. In other words, it can be
stated that he was a real guide to enlighten anyone’s life.

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On the other hand, the execution of planning successfully is also a art that successful
leaders must acquire in order to foster more benefit for the organization. Dr. A.P. J. Abdul
Kalam was the perfect example of management expertise where he is not only envisioned a
better world but also collected the resources to make it possible.
Chosen Model’s Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
 The creative leadership trait is depends on the vision and innovation of the leader. As a
result of that the model is highly adaptive in nature.
 The leadership model also helps to inspire the followers properly so that they can carry
out the legacy of the leader in future. Henceforth, the creative leadership practice can
create a progressive culture where people are well aware of the needs and change
accordingly.
 The creative leaders share their views and opinions with the subordinates so that they can
understand the importance of the leader’s decision and act accordingly. It helps to make a
transparent and optimistic relationship between the leaders and the followers.
Weaknesses
 The creative leaders are more relied on their perception and vision rather than the popular
choice. It is to some extent similar to the charismatic leadership style.
 Lack of confidence of the leader can have a detrimental impact over the success of the
action.
 Creative leadership is rare and it takes so long for a leader to imbibe the traits of creative
leadership.

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Conclusion
From the above discussion, it can be concluded that my personal leadership traits are
highly influenced by the creative leadership qualities practiced by Dr. A.P. J. Abdul Kalam.
However, there are some challenges that the creative leadership can face and it has to be the
responsibility for a good leader to identify those challenges pre-conceivably and mitigate as early
as possible.

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