Leadership and Time Management: Performance and Goals, Assignment

This assignment solution addresses key aspects of leadership management, focusing on time management, performance measurement, and goal setting. The solution begins with short answer questions exploring principles and techniques in performance measurement, personal behavior, self-awareness, personality traits, personal development plans, personal goal setting, and time organization. The assignment also delves into networking, positive role modeling, maintaining personal performance, stress management, and career progression plans. Task 2 focuses on practical time management, requiring the student to create a plan for a short-term goal, explaining its relation to their current work role, responsibilities, and accountabilities, and discussing stress management techniques.

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Task 1-Theory Short Answer Questions
Task 1-requires you to demonstrate about creating systems and
processes to organize information and prioritise tasks. To enable you to
do this, you must answer the following questions. If you require more
space, you may use your own paper placing your name and group
identifier at the top and the question number beside your answer.
1a Explain principles and techniques involved in the management and
organisation of:
 Performance Measurement
Performance management involves a varied types of management and organisation technique.
Primary techniques involved include evaluating performances of individuals as well as various
process. It collects data and then analyses information in regards to performance of group,
system, individuals, components and so on. It encompasses processes within the organisation
such that performance can easily be quantified. An organisation devices either a Balanced
Scorecard or a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) such as to measure performances for various
parameters1. Collected data is tabulated and then compared to appropriate benchmark such that
either lag or at par or above average performance can easily be diagnosed. Key aim behind
measuring of performance is to ascertain that the organisation complies with goals and aims as
designed by the organisation. Performance measure incorporates an valuating technique in
measuring performance within an organisation and then subsequently revising the same for
future use such that the organisation can progress.
 Personal behavior, Self-awareness and Personality traits identification
Individuals or employees within an organisation conducts action based on organisational culture
and work plan as designed for them. Job design along with organisational culture determines
ways in which employees of an organisation conducts themselves. Personal behavior is further
1 Paolo Taticchi and R. Balachandran Kashi. ""Forward performance measurement and management integrated
frameworks."
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motivated by leaders who guide his followers towards achievement of organisational goals.
While recruiting an employee within an organisation, it sis the responsibility of the HR
department to provide various inputs regarding conduct and behavior of the employee.
According to which personal behavior needs to be developed and conducted.
Self-awareness is an aspect by which an individual becomes aware of one’s personal self2. Self-
awareness is one of the highest levels of achievement in any motivational behavioral theories.
Personality trait identification can be done using self-analysis or reflective tools. There are
various tools which enable diagnosing of such personality traits as Johari Window, Big Fiver
personality trait, ESCI questionnaire and so on.
 A personal development plan
A personal development plan is a method or a tactics in order to overcome challenges faced by
way of review in personal assessment. A personal development plan is aimed at overcoming
relevant issues and achieving success in career or professional endeavor.
 Personal Goal Setting
Personal goal setting is a methodology whereby an individual sets targets for attaining goals and
objectives set for one’s personal or professional career. Personal Goal Setting enables an
individual chart out path for progress and methodologies to attain the same3.
2 Aldónio Ferreira and Otley David. "The design and use of performance management systems: An extended
framework for analysis."
3 R. Thorpe and J. Holloway. "Viewing performance. In Performance Management."
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 Time
Time organisation includes varied methodologies that are incorporated for management of
diversified work within a specified time framework. Time organisation is critical for attaining
desired objectives within specific or stipulated time frame.
1b What networks do you participate in and why do you network there?
I participate in network with ex-University graduates. There is a social group of ex-graduates
that meet once in two weeks, I participate in such group meeting regularly4. I network in the
group to find job offers, new challenges that they face at work and to know regarding the latest
trends in industry. Networking has opened my vision to various job prospects and created unique
job opportunities for my, that I can apply.
1c How do you ensure that you are a positive role model in the workplace?
It is very integral that a positive role model is depicted at the workplace. In order to ensure a
positive role model, I need to depict always-positive attitude towards work, work in a motivated
manner and finish work within a particular period. I need to communicate in a positive manner
and demonstrate positive attitude towards team mates and other individuals at work. All these
endeavors will be used to create a positive workplace atmosphere and depict myself in a positive
role model.
1 d How do you ensure that you maintain your personal performance in
varying work conditions, work contexts and when contingencies occur?
It is integral that personal performance and professionalism is depicted throughout in work
contexts even in case contingencies occur5. Such personal performance can be depicted in a
committed manner through a disciplined approach. Though at many instances there will be
4 Herman Aguinis and A. Pierce Charles. ""Enhancing the relevance of organizational behavior by embracing
performance management research”.
5 Jamie A.Gruman and M. Saks Alan. ""Performance management and employee engagement."
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situations that does not allow to work or create hurdles, my vision needs to look beyond the same
for greater achievements. My dedication, hard-work and commitment to long-term goals will
allow me to ensure professional output every time.
1e How do you know when your stress levels are rising and how do you
manage this?
Managing stress level is important as it might hamper quality of work. To know when stress
levels are rising, I have ascertained a performance level6. When I am unable to complete work
scheduled in time or attain particular performance levels, I can understand that my stress levels
are rising highly. In order to manage stress levels, firstly I maintain silence to compose myself.
Later, I undertake regular meditation classes such that I am able to control my mind and exert
influence over my decisions.
1f What plans have you made to progress your career in this or another
organisation in both the short and the long term? Have you talked with your
employer about the possibility of developing your career within the
organisation in the future, including what you could do to develop the skills
required to apply for a more senior role? How do the skills and experience you
will need to progress (in this or a different organisation) relate to your
personal work goals over the short and long term?
I am to become a leader in whichever organisation that I work for. I believe I am a visionary and
have capabilities to attain long-term success or bring about a positive change in the organisation.
My present organisation offers immense scope for training and up gradation such that I am able
6 Dara Kusic, Jeffrey O. Kephart, James E. Hanson, Nagarajan Kandasamy, and Guofei Jiang. " "Power and
performance management of virtualized computing environments via lookahead control."
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to progress in my professional career. In the present organisation professional path is well
chalked out hence I can see myself gradually progressing from one step to the other. After
talking to my employer regarding my professional goals, he discussed ways and means in which
I could attain the same in the organisation. However, there are several trainings that I need to
undertake, in leadership and management for attaining roles that are more senior. Skills that I
possess needs to be further enhanced by way of developing them further through training and
hard work. My knowledge however needs to be increased by undertaking several professional
courses that are available in the industry.
1g Explain the different types of learning style/s and how they relate to you.
There are multiple styles of learning and techniques which individuals imply. Different styles
may be applied in varied situations while some might find a style easier to follow compared to
others. There are seven different learning styles as visual or spatial by use of images, pictures or
spatial understanding. Aural or audio-musical learning styles that might arise from sound and
music. Verbal or linguistic learning style, which makes use of writing and speech. Physical or
kinesthetic learning style associated with body, hands, senses of touch and so on. Logical or
mathematical learning style by usage of logic, reasoning and systems. Social or interpersonal
learning styles which happens in groups. Solitary or intrapersonal learning style that happens
alone or by use of self-study techniques. I can relate to learning style of social whereby I have
learned in groups or at office team. Verbal learning style which is the way of learning which has
been applied while our learning at the University. Lastly, intrapersonal learning style wherein I
have learnt for assessments using self-study techniques and methods
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1h Understanding your learning style, describe work methods and practices
that can improve personal performance.
Learning styles has an important role in determining effectiveness in work methods and
procedures. I am a fast learner, which is a positive aspect that I have. This fast learning allows
me to lean various knowledge and skills easily and then deliver work procedures accordingly.
My work methods and practices are greatly influenced by learning styles. It has allowed me to
adapt to environment in a fast manner and overcome various hurdles as well as challenges faced.
However, such learning styles has no connections with mistakes made, as I frequently make
various errors in work procedures. Work methods and practices that can improve personal
performance is by analyzing of work procedures in a better manner. Taking instructions from
managers and leaders and then developing a plan for action will allow to accommodate increased
personal performance. Further inclusion of time table for allowing segregation and division of
work can allow achieving of work targets in a better manner. Personal performance can be
increased by way of delegating appropriate time schedules to particular work procedures. Such
work procedures will help accomplish personal targets and increase performance standards.
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Task 2- Practical : Time Management
Task 2 requires you to demonstrate your time management abilities.
You will do this by providing evidence from appropriate technologies
available on your computer. Complete your answers on your own paper
and include a copy with this Assessment Pack for your Assessor. You will
need to:
2a Select one of your short-term goals. Briefly build a plan to achieve this goal.
This plan should show a step-by-step process of your plan. Use an application
such as Microsoft Outlook or GoalPro ( a free trail version is available at
http://www.download.com ) to plan out how you will achieve your goal and
provide printouts showing your plan. Ensure that your plan prioritizes
competing demands and allows you to achieve all your goals as well l as
possible.
One of my major short-term goal is to become a team leader within my current organisation. I
aim to become a team leader by continuously achieving and over-exceeding my targets. I need to
prove my dedication to my manager through continuous hard work and dedication. Within 6
months period, I have aimed to achieve this goal which is a short duration hence, I need to make
all efforts that can help me exceed my peers in regards to my performances. I will practice self-
motivation such that I am easily able to achieve my goals and objectives; and not get
disheartened at any point of time. Through motivated efforts and continued learning, I will be
able to achieve my goals of becoming an extraordinary team leader.
SL.
No.
Short-term Goal Methodology Target Period
1 To become a team leader Achieving continuous
targets
3-6 months
Hard work
Skill development
Motivation
Table 1: Short Term Goal Plan
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2b Explain how these goals relate to your current work role, responsibilities
and accountabilities.
Short-term goals are for achievement in the near term, yet they are connected to long –term
achievements. I currently work in a team comprising of various members, who in turn are each
responsible for separate tasks7. By performing my work role and responsibilities with highest
possible standards and accountability, I will be able to achieve my aims. My responsibilities are
related to me becoming a team leader, as I feel I will be able to take responsibility and achieve
objectives for my entire team. Though I am accountable for my tasks at the moment, but by
becoming a team leader I will be accountable for my role as well as for the team’s role and
responsibility. My work role is very similar to those of the team leader, as the tasks that the team
leader manages are of similar nature.
2c Discuss how you manage the stress in your life and how this management
contributes towards achieving a positive work-life balance.
Stress is a part of work-life due to the innumerous challenges that it possess. But for stress not to
result in burnout, it needs to get tacked effectively and efficiently. I am managing stress by way
of undertaking regular stress buster meditation. Through meditation I have been able to
overcome the various work and life stress and manage them as well. This stress management has
allowed me to incorporate positive work-life balance, as now I am being able to manage my
focus easily. I was recently facing serious trouble trying to focus on my work and life, I had
started developing some health issues as well. With proper meditation, I have been able to
overcome such pertinent challenges in life.
7 Edward Mone , Christina Eisinger, Kathryn Guggenheim, Bennett Price, and Carolyn Stine. ""Performance
management at the wheel: Driving employee engagement in organizations."
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Task 3- Practical: Create a Personal Development Plan
Task 3 requires you to create a personal development plan by completing a
skills audit
3a Write a report that outlines your current skills levels and where you feel
you could make improvements. In your answer you must address all of the
following”
 Assess your current skills and knowledge against performance competencies and
standards from your organisation.
Accessing personal skills is most integral aspect towards path of development. My current skills
are limited yet I am trying my level best to enhance them. I have good communication skills, I
am disciplined and hard working. I have skills pertaining to time management and business
etiquettes as well. I have knowledge in various areas of management that are included in the
course that I have covered. There has been high transfer of learning that has taken place in this
course that I have undertaken, and I feel immensely enriched with the vast dimensions of
knowledge gained form the same8. I have knowledge in communications verbal and non-verbal
nature, leadership skills and traits, organisation, management and so on. All these knowledge and
skills of mine have allowed me to cater to performance competencies within the organisation that
I work for. Though I still lack practical application skills in regards to various management
work, yet I am a fast learner hence I making less mistakes compared to peers. As I am of hard
working and self-disciplined nature, I have been regularly achieving my targets and also
communicating regularly to my clients, who have positive feedback regarding me.
8 Peter Prowse and Julie Prowse. ""The dilemma of performance appraisal."
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 Describe how you obtained those performances standards and how well you perform
against them.
Performance standards are obtained by way of inherited and developed skills, knowledge and
tactics. I have been able to achieve performance standards through committed hard work and
continuous efforts for learning and performing the same. Though my superiors have been very
coordinating and guiding allowing me time to lean. Yet I have over achieved their expectations
when I was allowed to perform. I have set high performance standards for myself, as I aim to
achieve very high professional levels in life. I aim to become future leader in the organisation
that I work for. I aim to attain the same through continuous efforts and continuously achieving
my performance targets and goals.
3b Obtain feedback on your improvement plan. Note who you selected to
receive feedback from and what you learned from it? What changes will you
make to your plan?
I have developed an improvement plan in consultation with my University Professor. This
improvement plan will allow me achieve my targets and even exceed them. My Professor had
been very kind to chart a course of action for me such that I am able to attend my personal goals.
I will maintain a self-reflection journal for maintaining record of my achievements and
performances. This self-reflection journal will include my self-assessment along with feedback
from my friends and colleagues through three methods Johari Window, ESCI Questionnaire and
Big Five Traits. I will periodically update the journal and include review every 6 months. From
the feedback I have gained in the last 6 months, I feel that I need to increase my knowledge
pertaining to organisation skills. Though I am making efforts in various ways and methods yet I
have not been able to make progress in my organizing of tasks. In order to overcome this
challenge I plan to undertake guidance from case studies and self-help books from the library. I
will include time within my schedule which I will spend at the library in order that I am able to
inoculate skills pertaining to organizing.
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3c Describe any new skills that you must acquire, and describe how you would
go about obtaining them.
New skills always should be acquired such that professional career can easily be enhanced. One
of the most important skill that I need to acquire pertains to multi-tasking. While I am hard
working and self-disciplined, I have often failed in my capabilities to multi-task for the
organisation when needed. Hence, this skill still remains to be one of the most important aspects
that I need to cater to. I will enhance my skill pertaining to multi-tasking by way of time
management. I will undertake a professional course available at our University in regards to
multi-tasking and time management skills in order to gain knowledge in this area.
3d Describe any opportunities that you can see for participation in
professional networks, and detail and how these will allow you to improve
your skills.
There are multiple opportunities that can arise from participating in professional network. There
is a group of professional leaders, who regularly meet near the University to discuss regarding
tactics, methods for enhancing their professionalism and to solve diversified issues. I will try and
enter such professional network such that I am able to participate regularly in their discussions.
Entering in such professional network will allow me to extend my leadership skills and practical
application. This network makes use of brainstorming sessions for analyzing and arriving at
solutions of various problems. Such ideas will help me increase my professional career and
become a future leader in the Company.
Bibliography
Aguinis, Herman, and Charles A. Pierce. ""Enhancing the relevance of organizational behavior
by embracing performance management research." ." Journal of Organizational
Behavior, 2008: 139-145.
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