Transcript The Challenge of Leadership

The Challenge of Leadership
Eric Woodruff
PMI-MN Past President 2002
PMI QSIG Chair Elect
[email protected]
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Source: The Leadership Challenge by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner
Characteristics of Admired Leaders
1. Honest - 88
6. Fair-Minded - 42
2. Forward-Looking - 71
7. Broad-Minded - 40
3. Competent - 66
8. Supportive - 35
4. Inspiring - 65
9. Straightforward - 34
5. Intelligent - 47
10. Dependable - 33
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Practices and Commitments of
Leadership
• Model the Way
– Find your voice by clarifying your personal
values
– Set the example by aligning actions with
shared values
Practices and Commitments of
Leadership
• Inspire a shared vision
– Envision the future by imagining exciting and
ennobling possibilities
– Enlist others in a common vision by appealing
to shared aspirations
Practices and Commitments of
Leadership
• Challenge the Process
– Search for opportunities by seeking
innovative ways to change, grow, and
improve.
– Experiment and take risks by constantly
generating small wins and learning from
mistakes.
Practices and Commitments of
Leadership
• Enable Others to Act
– Foster collaboration by promoting
cooperative goals and building trust
– Strengthen others by sharing power and
discretion
Practices and Commitments of
Leadership
• Encourage the Heart
– Recognize contributions by showing
appreciation for individual excellence
– Celebrate the values and victories by creating
a spirit of community
Thank You