The author of the book, Lincoln On Leadership by Donald Phillip, try to bring out several leadership styles that Lincoln had to allow us to learn his leadership. Each lessons are according to the major events that he had accomplished. Among all, I chose three outstanding lessons that I was inspired and can use for my future professional development.
The first lesson I learnt from Abraham Lincoln is that the best way to approach the people is to Get out of the office and get around the troop. He was interested to visit people all the corners of the country where this method is referred as Management By Walking Around in nowadays. Being a natural wanderer, he could ensure that everybody is accessible to him, and he spent 75% of his time visiting
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President Lincoln during his presidential period, he was slandered perhaps more intensely than any man ever to run for the nation’s highest office despite the fact that he advocated honesty and integrity as the best policies for a leader. The author says that he was swayed by unjust criticism at first, and it did not distract him from achieving his goals. By having his perseverance, he faced hostile communities and hatred crowd without fear of them when he carried out the campaign of anti-slavery in America. In addition, whenever he received critics about him, he would rather avoid provocation and try to look at the humorous side. From this context, the leader should take critics to improve himself but not to react negatively especially with the unjust criticism. It is through such criticism that a person is able to learn and get the most out of any situation. For instance, when I was a vice president of KACIA club at the CIA, some minor people try to spread bad rumors of me. I knew exactly who they were and what was about. If they criticized me for something reasonable and something I can fix, then I will totally accept that critics and think of some other ways to fix the issue. However, if they criticize me for something unjust, I would rather ignore what they said and keep the same pace. The general public talks about people in leadership position, and the leaders should …show more content…
President Lincoln created a contagious enthusiasm among followers by demonstrating a sense of urgency toward attainment of his goals. As a president, he united his followers with a shared vision of preserving the Union and achieving the end of slavery, and he focused on concrete, short-term goals that could be accomplished. A leader should consistently look at the big picture despite the challenges they come across, and the result has to be realistic. It is important to bear obstacles with GRIT, but it has difference between smart GRIT and dumb GRIT. Sometimes bearing the pain is not just worth, but it is better to just plough around the obstacle to prevent from suffering and to save time. The leader should take consideration of time and efficiency as well to reach their objects, and the initial plan can be slightly tweaked. It would not hurt your result. As long as the goal is achieved, all is good. Moreover, by setting small goals for every small tasks can help me build up a habit of achieving goals because the satisfaction from achievement gives a great pleasure than any other
Leadership in Watership Down Many people possess leadership qualities, although they don’t rule a country. Meriwether Lewis, the official leader of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, has been called “undoubtedly the greatest pathfinder this country has ever known.” Just like Hazel, Meriwether Lewis led a group of followers into unknown territory. The two guides faced many difficult situations that they were able to overcome since they had the qualities of a notable leader.
When President Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) took office, he did not garner much respect from the American citizens as a military leader. Lincoln exercised actions that took his West Point generals into more aggressive territory. Even though he didn’t have the military education or experience as his counterpart Confederate President Jefferson Davis (1808-1889), he continued his abilities as a fearless leader by becoming a student of...
“On leadership” was written by John W. Gardner (The Free Press, New York, 1990). He used seventeen chapters to explain and describe essential components for the leadership should be in a successful organization. This book not only has significant influence now, but also for the future. Below are my understanding about this book, which was divided into two parts. For the first part, I will pick up some perspectives which influence me most from this book. For the second part, which is my comments and critique about this book.
Our world is filled with many successful leaders. The gift of being a leader can be learned; however some individuals have a natural born talent to be a leader. Each leader has his or her own unique leadership style. The gift of being a leader can be learned. Certain individuals are born with a charismatic style and can easily be a leader. A successful leader is one who can inspire and motivate people towards a goal. Martin Luther King Jr. was an individual with a born gift to lead people. The following paper will discuss how Martin Luther King Jr. was able to inspire and motivate people with his effective leadership style.
culture of an organization long after their tenure. The leadership influence of James Lincoln has
Many times in the text he says “a new kind of politics, one that can excavate and build upon those shared understandings that pull us together as Americans,” (Obama 9). He continuously describes Abraham Lincoln as an ideal example of this quote. Lincoln, having only two years of Congressional experience, was able to become president and lead the country through some of the most crucial years in history using his remarkable trust in American values. The lessons of his leadership are repeated many times in the book to illustrate
Transformational leadership also integrates well with a biblical worldview because both advocate valuing followers as well as leaders, the importance of ethical behavior, the need to forgive and learn from mistakes, and the value of a high moral example. Kouzes and Posner advocate leaders having a “moral authority to lead” (2007, p. 41), practicing personal accountability and working to improve all aspects of their follower’s lives. This others-centered leadership approach fits well in the Christ centered atmosphere of a Christian school.
When people think of leadership so many things rush through their heads. For example am I a leader, am I apart of a group that has a leader, and what does being a leader mean? A common definition of being a leader is a person who leads or guides a group of people. So now knowing the definition of a leader who pops into your head; Phil Jackson, Mike Krzyzewski, Martin Luther King Jr.? All of these people are great leaders, but the real question is why are they so great? One very important thing that all these men have in common is they have a philosophy of leadership. This philosophy is going to help guide these men during turbulent times, or when they need guidance themselves. Nobody is perfect and everyone needs direction no matter how wise or gifted you are. I am no different, which is why writing this philosophy of leadership is going to be a fruitful experience for years to come.
Leadership is being able to direct or guide other people by either your own actions or by actually guiding them into the right direction (Acumen). Inspiration to be a leader might come from many different areas like your family, friends, peers, or even teachers. My inspiration didn’t really occur to me until I started attending college in August 2013. In all actuality I never even thought of how to be a leader until I was in Mrs. Moore’s Perspectives class. I now have a desire to be a great leader, and the inspiration has come from Mrs. Moore, and my family. I am the first to attend college out of my family, so in a away I have already started leading my siblings in the right direction. Being a leader means inspiring others to pursue their dreams, and aspirations and helping throughout the journey to success. Being a leader has nothing with authority or being able to tell other what, and how to do things, it’s about having people who look up to you and want to follow your example.
John Maxwell is a distinguished author, speaker and pastor who specializes on leadership and leadership development. This paper is outlines my reflections from watching his YouTube video presentation of his five levels of leadership. It was insightful that Maxwell, (2013) explained that all leaders start at level one, then continue to develop in their capabilities through level five. He outlines each of the five stages, identifying the attributes and tendencies of each of the levels. He describes that followers view leaders through different lenses, each the lenses is a reflection of one of the five stages.
ABRAHAM LINCOLN: A Transformational Leader Throughout history, there have been leaders who are considered as admirable due to positive influences over other individuals. For example, in my opinion, Abraham Lincoln was able to influence the masses of people because he chose to think and behave differently from other leaders before him. When a person is considered as a leader, there are several responsibilities and qualities that will attract others to follow after the teachings that are demonstrated. Leadership can be described as the process for “guiding individuals, groups, and entire organizations in establishing goals and sustaining action to support goals (Shockley-Zalabak, 2015, p. 220).
Have you ever had a leader that inspired you to develop your own leadership traits? “A leader is someone who demonstrates what’s possible” (Mark Yarnell, 2015). There are numerous leadership styles. Each of the numerous leadership styles can be beneficial if utilized in an appropriate means. I have chosen three leaders and their unique leadership styles to discuss in this paper. The unique styles that will be discussed are situational leadership, transformational leadership, and laissez-faire leadership. I will also discuss each leader’s approaches, their fundamental leadership principles, and how each leader used their style within their profession.
“O Captain! My Captain!” portrays Lincoln as a navy officer dying after steering his crew on a dangerous, successful mission. The reputation of Lincoln is of similar honor. He was shot after leading America back to unity and closer to equality, thus he is regarded as an exemplary leader. Years later his reputation remains intact as “Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight” shows a virtuous Lincoln walking down the street perplexed by the death and atrocities during the early1900s, the time of the author’s life. Lincoln is seen as the virtuous man walking down the street because he overcame persona criticism, leadership clashes and other obstacles in attempt to pursue his moral agenda. (5) Similarly, other presidents have sacrificed their political capital and possibly their reputation to improve
The unrelenting drive of Lincoln to never stop learning and continued determination for success serves as a model for all future generations. Using the knowledge he learned from constantly reading books, Lincoln was able establish an innovative leadership style at a young age that continues to apply in modern day situations. Lincoln faced adversity like no other president ever has, yet he never lost focus or resolve. When Lincoln was elected, he inserted himself into a torn nation,
Powerful vision and set goals are your keys to the future. In order to effectively establish goals leader must have the apprehension of such notions. This paper has bestowed an understanding of establishing goals. An overview with the six steps of setting goals, supervising, inspiring, training and coaching, learning and the six points of leadership power.