This research paper provides a focused discussion on leadership, qualities of a leader, today’s workforce leadership challenges, and outcomes of good/bad leadership in a healthcare organization.
Leadership seems to have become a powerful tool in organizational management. This is attributable to the notion that leaders, rather than managers have significant influences in legitimate organizations. According to Bertocci (2009), one of the key reasons why leadership has become an integral element in recent years is because of the evolving nature of the business world which has become more competitive, more global and more volatile. It is also apparent that organizations are increasingly becoming technologically complex; thus, demanding a high level of expert power. Given the evolving nature of today’s workplace environment and dynamics in the business world, it is explicit that leadership enhances organizational effectiveness through improving production, flexibility, competitiveness, quality, efficiency, satisfaction, and development.
This is consistent with the opinion held by social scientists and organizational management experts who believe that effective leadership results into a level of order and consistency to the profitability, as well as quality of products and services. On the other hand, Lunenburg (2012) observes that a true leader promotes organizational effectiveness through influencing others and modifying their behavior. In retrospect, leadership has not been a complex task, but the evolving workplace environment due to changes in organizational structure and design are increasingly driving evolution in leadership. In order to cope with the current organizational change, it is believed that effective leadership is essential for organizational survival.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- What Is Leadership?
- Differences between Leaders and Managers
- Leadership Theories
- What Are Good/Bad Characteristics Of A Leader?
- Characteristics of a Good Leader
- Characteristics of a Bad Leader
- What Are Problems Leaders Face In Today's Workforce?
- What Are Ways To Overcome Those Problems?
- What Can Lead To The Success Or Failure Of A Company Due To Good/Bad Leadership?
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This research paper provides an in-depth analysis of leadership within healthcare organizations, examining its role in organizational effectiveness. It explores various definitions of leadership, analyzes the characteristics of effective and ineffective leaders, and investigates the challenges faced by leaders in today's workforce.
- The evolving nature of leadership in today's business world
- The influence of leaders on organizational effectiveness
- The qualities of a good leader and the problems they face
- The impact of leadership on the success or failure of a company
- The challenges and opportunities of leadership in healthcare
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the research paper by discussing the growing importance of leadership in organizations, particularly in healthcare, due to the dynamic and complex nature of the modern business environment.
- What Is Leadership?: This chapter delves into the different perspectives on leadership, examining various definitions and approaches. It highlights the role of influence, change agency, and goal achievement in leadership, while also addressing the complexities of measuring leadership effectiveness.
- Differences between Leaders and Managers: This section discusses the key differences between leadership and management, highlighting the distinct roles and responsibilities associated with each.
- Leadership Theories: This chapter provides an overview of prominent leadership theories, exploring different models and frameworks for understanding leadership styles and approaches.
- What Are Good/Bad Characteristics Of A Leader?: This section explores the characteristics of both effective and ineffective leaders, examining the qualities that contribute to successful leadership and those that hinder it.
- What Are Problems Leaders Face In Today's Workforce?: This chapter examines the various challenges that leaders face in today's workforce, including the changing nature of work, technological advancements, and globalization.
- What Are Ways To Overcome Those Problems?: This section explores different strategies and approaches that leaders can employ to address the challenges they face in the contemporary workplace.
- What Can Lead To The Success Or Failure Of A Company Due To Good/Bad Leadership?: This chapter investigates the impact of leadership on the success or failure of organizations, particularly in the context of healthcare, by examining how effective and ineffective leadership practices can influence organizational outcomes.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This research paper explores key concepts and themes related to leadership in healthcare organizations, including organizational effectiveness, leadership theories, leadership qualities, challenges faced by leaders, and the impact of leadership on organizational success. It examines influential figures in the field, such as Stogdill, George and Gareth, Gibson, Ivancevich and Donnelly, and Bertocci, to provide a comprehensive understanding of leadership dynamics within healthcare organizations.
- Quote paper
- Patrick Kimuyu (Author), 2018, Leadership as an Integral Element in Healthcare, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/418400
