The paper aims to discuss selected traits from leadership trait theory, which must be possessed by a leader to apply into real life scenario. In order to lead with an effective approach, a reflective perception will be included regarding a particular trait, which is personally being followed and can be considered under the mentioned theory. Along with a reflective opinion considering personal experiences, the situational, transformational and servant leadership theories will be elaborated. Next, the paper will illustrate one of the leadership approaches in a workplace setting. Identifying a leader and at least five leadership scenarios will provide a better understanding of the role of an effective leader. Towards the end of the paper, work experience of personal management profile will be included to convey that how new learnings have helped to implement leadership theories in practical situation.
Consulting the study of Fleeson and Jayawickreme, (2015), the following leadership traits have been selected from the trait theory. Both the successful and unsuccessful leaders have some specific abilities, personal traits and different style of implicating strategies. In the case of practical implementation, I have selected three strategies among which there are drive towards achievements by motivating the employees, quality of being ethical and knowledgeable, which I must possess in order to lead effectively (Mikkelson, York & Arritola, 2015). Along with that, I have noticed that being emotionally unstable will not help me to handle work pressures.
Beyond the boundaries of basic leadership traits, a leader can opt for a charismatic personality to motivate his/her teammates with a strong sense of emotions. Charisma can be integrated with accomplishment of future goals and providing personal reinforcements in form of appreciation or rewards to employees.
I can be an effective leader based on my qualities of motivating others with high intensity of energy. Maintaining a charismatic personality will allow me to influence employees in terms of their output and accomplishment of shared goals (Shamir & Howell, 2018). I lack psychological stability, which is extremely required to keep my emotions in control. I tend to lose my temper out of frustration under pressure which competency id needed to develop if I want to be an effective leader.
As per my opinion and considering the study of McCleskey, (2014), transformational leadership is the most traditional and practical process of generating the output. Situational theory is a task based leadership style. Where, according to the requirement the subordinates take the responsibility and the leader instructs and monitors accordingly. Whereas, transformational leadership can be adopted when company is suffering from extreme challenging situation. The charisma of a leader can motivate strategically to generate production by establishing trustworthy relations. Providing proper guidance instead of instructing helps employees to develop necessary skills and shape characteristics of a potential leader.
As I have experienced in terms of transformational leadership, when I used to work as executive, I have seen one of my senior team leaders to maintain ethical behaviour throughout his career. Employees used to have trust, respect as far as a fair decision is concerned. This is the definition of charisma. Briefly a strong foundation that decides position of the company.
In July 2007, China’s Drug and Food Administration Head Zheng Xiaoyu was found guilty of accepting bribes in exchange for permitting companies to register medicines that doesn’t meet the minimum requirements of safety. These included untested drugs that caused several deaths in the country. The simplest explanation to Xiaoyu’s wrongdoing would be the lust for money and profit, but political undertones in the case are hard to miss. This is an apt example of power abuse and one of the triggering factors of the crime could be the greed for extending power (Kaiser, LeBreton & Hogan, 2015). Xiaoyou used his power of position and influence over law to cause harm and the price he had to pay for the injustice was fatal. When it comes to leaders who have used their power and influence in a positive way, the leadership skills and fruitful contributions of Martin Luther King Jr. stands unparalleled. As per Robinson and Topping, (2013), he was successful in leading the civil rights movement of African American in a non-violent way; using his power of words to influence his followers. Martin Luther was driven by his determination to uplift the race that had so far suffered oppression in the hands of the privileged. He had a noble cause and used his power in the best possible ways to attain the goals.
As I have started to work as a team lead, there are several new theories, which I am coming across these days. It is important for me to develop some personal traits in order to operate regular deals in my own charismatic way (Haber?Curran, Allen & Shankman, 2015). Personally, I believe leading a team following transformational style fits with the competitive nature of business. At first, I believe the practice of listening needs to be built as understanding every employees’ perspective is essential for gaining the trust of them. Leadership does not mean giving instructions and monitoring; it is all about providing guidance and making others better. My job role demands me to lead and let others overcome the challenges by leading themselves towards the responsibility of achieving organizational goals. Consistent practice of innovation, ethical behaviour and excellent communication skill are required. The point is to motivate employees to that extent where every employee feels engaged with the common purpose and invests their best as a team.
Conclusion
It can be concluded by stating that leadership competence comes from extensive learning, practice and experience. Traditional theories are important yet it depends on personal intelligence of a leader to choose the best one suited for contemporary business environment. This reflective context can work as a guideline for people who wants to develop leadership competence.
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