Post-bureaucratic leadership is ‘the process of controlling, motivating and inspiring staff’ (Clegg, Kornberger & Pitsis 2011, p. 126), whereas globalisation refers to ‘the increase in financial integration of economies around the world’ (Clegg, Kornberger & Pitsis 2011, p.612). As such the practice of leadership is an integral component in all aspects of an organization as it can determine the success or failure of a business. According to (Punnet 2004) ‘leadership is a key component of all organizations, but its ability and functions have become more difficult with the rise of globalisation during the post-bureaucratic era.’ This essay will examine how the various leadership approaches have contributed to managing globalisation and the effects …show more content…
The behavioural approach uses the assumption that leadership can be learned and focuses on observable behaviours to identify how leaders perform. Although Katz (1955) claimed that critical leadership skills included technical, human and conceptual skills whereas, Kurt, White and Lippit (1939) demonstrated that the Autocratic, Democratic and Laissez-faire leadership styles contributed negatively to globalisation and management. As previously stated globalisation has been a major key to economic growth and development, however MNC’s have become so large that leaders are accountable for thousands of people (Rego, Clegg & Cunha 2011). The implementation of the Autocratic, Democratic and Laissez-faire leadership styles has allowed multinational leaders to demonstrate control over their employees (Kurt, White & Lippit 1939) which is evident is Pilger’s (2003) study of developing countries. Through the autocratic leadership style, MNC leaders have exploited their power within third world countries such as Indonesia, by increasing their domination over thousands of employees and controlling their economy. By examining the effects of autocratic leadership practice and revealing its effects on globalisation it is evident that the behaviourial approach also contributed to the management of globalisation in post-bureaucratic methods, and is similar to that of the trait theory in the way leader misuse power and
Leadership is not defined by position. Leadership is an extraordinary responsibility given only to those willing to exude selflessness, decisiveness, and wisdom. CSM William R. Hambrick, Jr is an accomplished leader that embodies the values, attributes, and competencies that I aspire to convey to my subordinates. The impact that CSM Hambrick has had on my career and leadership philosophy is immeasurable. His far-reaching legacy is one of confidence, sound judgment, and empathy.
Following this, I’ll contrast the argument by drawing upon Shackleton’s “leadership in the face of crisis” (Browning 2007 pg198) suggesting that the changes in practices within the post-bureaucratic era have “branched” and remained influenced by bureaucratic leadership styles (Grahn 2008). In section two, I discuss the changes in the “pedagogy” of leadership development through the practices of an organisation and how such courses transfer theoretical learning of leadership to a practical application (Herman 2007). Following this, I attempt to compare Meindi’s (1997) Article “the romance of leadership” considering the strong romanticised conception of leadership, being a strong part of social reality. In doing so exhibit, that bureaucracy has not been “suppressed” but rather ”refurbished”. Finally, within the conclusion I propose my views on bureaucracy being inherent within contemporary post-bureaucracy society, becoming a “hybrid” form as Clegg and Courpasson (2004)
Leadership has been written about millions of times in the past, and heading in the future, it will be the topic of many debates, books and newspaper articles asking, and in some cases answering the question, “What is leadership?” According to Peter Drucker: “leadership is lifting a person’s vision, raising his performance and building personality”.
Successful leaders must be skilled in asking their team members questions that will provide useful answers. As stated “If people aren’t giving you helpful answers to your questions, maybe your asking the wrong questions” (Dennis, 2011, para. 1). Questions are essential in keeping a project on track, and are used to help identify any issues or constraints that could affect the outcome of the project. If a leader fails to ask questions they will not know if the project faces any challenges. If the project is facing a challenge, the number one question to ask is “Can we fix it” (Pink, 2010, para. 4). Leadership and management will be unable to help resolve issues if they don’t that they exist. The only way to know if their project is facing any challenges is simply by asking the right questions.
Leadership at times can be a complex topic to delve into and may appear to be a simple and graspable concept for a certain few. Leadership skills are not simply acquired through position, seniority, pay scale, or the amount of titles an individual holds but is a characteristic acquired or is an innate trait for the fortunate few who possess it. Leadership can be misconstrued with management; a manager “manages” the daily operations of a company’s work while a leader envisions, influences, and empowers the individuals around them.
The term ‘leadership’ has no definition, for it is defined different ways in the minds of people. A leader will ingrain a sense of positivity and necessity towards the set goal using the power of written and spoken word. The qualities of a leader differentiate between between each society.
The idea of what’s morally right and wrong changes within each culture whether an organizational culture or between individuals. However, the best leaders are the ones who do what’s right and best for the organization. During this research paper I will attempt to define the term leadership style and its concept. Moreover, I will attempt to describe three leadership styles, the development and the process one would follow to modify their leadership style. When pertaining to myself, I never saw myself as a leader but I will attempt to describe my leadership style and the advantages and disadvantage I would have in a business environment.
What constitutes an effective leader? Perhaps the most notable is that through actions and thoughts an effective leader can inspire us. The concepts surrounding leadership remain debatable, since old theories are still considered and new ones continue to emerge. Regardless, leadership can be influenced by several factors relating to three main features based on traits, behavior and situation.
As we all know, leadership is very important. However, its effects are not always visible. In crises, high quality leadership tends to be both visible and decisive for a positive outcome. Leadership requirements and expectations change over time, responsibilities and roles must be review at regular intervals. In all nations and countries today, good leadership is important on day-to-day bases. Leadership involves working together with employees, their organizations and other parties to achieve results. Most leadership functions and roles vary according to level, framework conditions, and type of responsibility, competence requirements, and degree of autonomy. After doing research we have come to realize that different cultures have different leadership styles. They have their similarities and differences but this only makes them stronger as a whole. We have taken the time to do research on both the U.S. and Norway leadership styles. Norway seems to share many of its administrative and leadership values with other countries.
Kotter, J. (2013) ‘Management is still not leadership [online], available: http//blogs.hbr.org/kotter/2013/01/management-is-still-not-leadership.html [accessed 10 March 2013]
Leadership is a function of personal and professional qualities (retrospection), the conception of a vision, structure and satisfying a sense of collective purpose, and make sure carrying out, with strategy and culture as two situational or contextual factors (cannon,2004; gil,2006)
With God’s help the Biblical leaders Ezra and Nehemiah were able to fulfill their roles as leaders in the Jewish community. These men of God were chosen to be leaders to pray for the Israelites, relay Gods commands and encourage the people. As God’s leaders Ezra and Nehemiah carried out their respective duties even if fierce opposition awaited them.
In Enabling Creative Chaos: The Organization Behind the Burning Man Event by Katherine K. Chen (2009), the author offers an organizational model combining bureaucracy procedures with collectivist policies to readers. Chen analyzes the procedures and policies of the organizers behind the “Burning Man” festival’s creative chaos. Chen’s purpose in her book is to help society “reimagine organizations and their place in everyday life,” however, it remains unclear how the Burning Man organizational model relates to everyday lives in present society (Chen 22). Unlike Jason Corburn’s “street science” model used to study the potential causes of the asthma epidemic in Brooklyn, as explained in his book Street Science: Community Knowledge and Environmental Health Justice (2005), Chen’s model does not reflect on how the individual organizers and participants of the event have used the Burning Man’s organizational model to change other bureaucracies within which they are involved. Comparatively, Coburn’s framework for understanding “street science” – decision-making that draws on community knowledge and makes contributions to environmental justice – is the better model upon which society should view bureaucracy (Corburn 111-144.).
Leadership, without doubt, is a significantly important function of management. It helps to aggrandize efficiency and to fulfil an organization’s goals. Leadership is the ability of a manager to induce the subordinates to work with confidence, determination, courage and zeal. It is also defined as ability to influence a group towards the realization of a goal. Leaders should have the capability of developing future visions, and to drive the organizational members to want to attain the visions. This paper states my points in which I duly believe, justifies the importance of an outstanding leader in any organization.
Because of this fact most organizations and entrepreneurs are paying close attention the the leaders they put in place to lead their company and its people into victory, which is the ultimate goal of their organizations. It is a well known fact that leadership is an important factor in an organization’s success, but the type of leadership style and as well as the leader 's personality is what really determines that level of success. In my research I have concluded that the most important leadership styles are transformational and transactional leadership. Transformational leadership has the potential to resurrect, transform and keep companies evolving with time. Transactional leadership although can have some negative effects on some, but if used properly, can promote compliance almost a stagnant team through both rewards and punishments. When companies are pursuing leaders, they not only look at their candidates experiences knowledge of a particular sector of that business, but they pay close attention to the personalities of these individual. They do so because they know that one’s leadership style and abilities is heavily affected by the candidates own personality and views. As a result of this thinking, it has lead all authors involved in both research paper and article “Relationship Between Leaders Personality Types and Source of Power and leadership Styles Among Managers” and “