Noel Pearson

Leadership is a paramount element within our lives both as individuals and a society. The way in which visions, goals and objectives are delivered and interpreted is a crucial element in determining the over all success(Dalglish & Miller 2010, pp. 2-10). Therefore, over the years there has been an elevation away from the typical leadership styles and progressing towards numerous avenues to undertake to achieve objectives in a more effect and effective way depending on the present factors of the situation, personality styles, and behaviors(Johnstone & Manica 2011). As an example of this, this essay will be focusing on Noel Pearson to demonstrate how his leadership style and approach has been beneficial for him in both in his leadership roles

Individuals participating voluntarily with the prospects being put forward for the aboriginal communities to re-join society and actively participate within the working community, to assist in abolishing the stigma associated with the aboriginal community and the low socio-economic cycle they are trapped in(Martin 2001). The visionary approach to his leadership is evident as Noel is considered inspiring, in regards to striving to achieve a common goal as well as getting people on board and making the necessary changes. Visionary Leaders tend to tell their followers where they’re going, not necessarily how they are going to achieve set objectives(M. Taylor, J. Cornelius & Colvin 2014). Therefore, hence the utilization of the strategic approach as well to assist in mapping out how to achieve set objectives to leadership(Dimmock * & Walker 2004). As a result of this it is apparent that Noel’s leadership style reflects that of a Transformational

Noel demonstrates this through his leadership as his has identified a need for change within the communities in Cape York and others in northern Queensland, and is assisting in the development of both individuals and communities to adhere to these changes(Pearson 2011). Transformational leadership enhances motivation, morale and performance of followers through a variety of mechanisms(Tims, Bakker & Xanthopoulou 2011) These include engaging the followers sense of identity and self to the mission and collective identity of the organisations; being a role model for the followers that inspires them, changing followers to take greater ownership of their work, as well as understanding the strengths and weaknesses of followers, so the leaders can align followers with tasks that optimize their performance(Bass & Riggio 2005; Lapierre, Naidoo & Bonaccio 2012). Noels constant battle within these communities is striving to engage individuals within the communities to engage in a sense of self regard and self worth, because without it, his hard work will be all for none. To bring about necessary changes that Noel considered to be essential, the development of,along with