Introduction to Leadership Concepts and Practice, 5th Edition, Peter G. Northouse, Lecture notes

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Lecture notes from chapter one to the end Chapter 1- Understanding of Leadership Chapter 2 - traits Chapter 3- leadership Style Chapter 5- Developing leadership skills Chapter 7-Creating a visio... n Chapter 8-Establishing a constructive climate Establishing a constructive climate A leader needs to attend to task and people Very importantly a leader must establish a constructive climate for the people in a group Climate is defined as people's shared perception of the way things are in an organization. It includes people’s general thoughts and feelings about activities, procedures and assumptions of the group. A positive climate is shaped by the degree to which people feel they are supported , appreciated and encouraged for their roles in an organization In short a constructive climate is an atmosphere that promotes good members satisfaction and achieving their best. Also related to climate is an organizational culture which is created by the beliefs , traditions and values that are widespread in an organization. Organizational culture develops over a long period based on many interactions that occur within the group. To build a constructive climate a leader must consider the following four factors- 1. Providing structure. 2. Clarifying norms. 3. Building cohesiveness. 4. Promoting standards of excellence. [Show More]

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