Trait Approach to Studying Leadership Angela Pierce LDR/531 – Organizational Leadership Trait Approach to Studying Leadership The trait approach was one of the earliest approaches that people have used for studying leadership. “Underlying this approach was the assumption that some people are natural leaders, endowed with certain traits not possessed by other people”(Yuki, p. 13, 2010). During this early period leadership theories suggested that managerial successes could be attributed to
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Leadership Approach David Ruiz Pineyro LDR/531 Organizational Leadership February 7, 2013 Prof. Jose Rodrigo-Pons Leadership Approach On this paper I am going to explain briefly one of the major research approaches for studying leadership. Also included on this paper will be a summarized explanation of the strengths and weaknesses of the leadership approach selected along with an example in which this approach has been used in an organization. I would like to commence by mentioning that
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Enron's Collapse LDR 531 December 12, 2011 Thomas Ach Enron's Collapse Enron was considered to be one of the largest scandals in American history. Americans were shock to find out about the unethical practices that were carried on by leaders and employees of the organization. Enron used many methods of trickery to appear more lucrative than the company really was. While Enron’s stock ascended so did its debt. Individuals within the company decided that they were going to trade millions
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Leaderships in Organization University of Phoenix LDR - 531 Patricia Nelson, MAOM ,SPHR February 11, 2013 Leaderships in Organization As the company I am currently employed with continues to expand the plans for restructuring continue as well. I have been provided with an opportunity to pick a position that suits me as well as benefit the company in order to continue to make the company successful. My position with the company to date has been the Administrative Assistant to the Chief Scientific
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Professional Development Plan Organizational Leadership/LDR 531 July 28th, 2014 Professional Development Plan The purpose of this essay is to create a development plan that will address the characteristics of Learning Team C designating one member as the manager. Each team member successfully finished their DISC Assessment. This plan will be used to assess the needs of Team C. This will also measure team member’s strengths, skills, and weaknesses. By using this plan as a professional resource
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Small Business Examination Judith Metcalf University of Phoenix Organizational Leadership LDR/531 John Soltys May 30, 2011 Abstract In today’s organizations many companies face various challenges. Some challenges can be thwarted by implementing appropriate training techniques. Managers, like employees, need just as much training when communicating with people of diversity. Smaller companies may not have as many issues as the larger corporations but the key lies in management’s ability
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Examining a Business Failure Paper Rhonda Ellis-Thomas LDR/531 May 30, 2012 Dr. Felicia A. Bridgewater Examining a Business Failure Paper 2002 has witnessed its share of scandals. Enron, WorldCom, Tyco, and Global Crossing are just a few names to mention. WorldCom, the nation’s No. 2 long-distance phone company, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in July 2002, approximately one month after it publicized that it had indecorously
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Enron’s Failure Daphine Carter Leadership -LDR/531 July 18, 2012 Lorinzo Foxworth, DM Enron’s Failure Abstract Enron was the world’s top electrical, communications, pulp and paper, and natural gas company. Unfortunately, due to poor leadership and unethical decisions Enron failed to remain a stable and productive company. Enron due to a misrepresentation of funds found itself on the brink of bankruptcy
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Position LDR 531 An Ideal Position Introduction MAX Inc., a consulting company that helps their clients realize their true tax credit potential, is at the beginning stages of a large restructuring process that will ultimately allow them to expand and open three additional offices in San Diego, Chicago, and Houston. As a key mid-level manager with a long and solid history in the company, the author was given the opportunity to create the ideal position that best suits her leadership style
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Running Head: ENRON BUSINESS FAILURE Examining a Business Failure Paper Enron Rachel Y. Pointer University of Phoenix LDR/531 Ernest Price, Instructor January 17, 2010 Enron Business Failure One of the world’s most catastrophic business failures was Enron. Unveiled in October 2001, this scandal involves the renowned energy company Enron in conjunction with the accounting, auditing and consultancy schemes of Arthur Andersen. Enron disgraces ultimately lead the organization
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