Discussion Question
• From the e-Activity, develop a list of the top ten qualities that you believe to be the best combination for an influential leader. Compare your list to the lists that you located in the e-Activity and provide a rationale as to why your list differs or mimics those lists. Determine two areas in which emotional intelligence applies to leadership. Suggest two actions that a manager could exhibit in order to convince employees that he or she has emotional intelligence.
Leaders
Visionary
Passionate
Creative inspiring
Innovative
Imaginative
Experimental
Warm and radiant
Initiator
Acts as coach, consultant, teacher
Does the right things
Inspires through great ideas
Knows results are achieved through people
Focuses on uplifting ideas
Manager
Rational
Businesslike
Persistent
Tough-minded
Analytical
Deliberative
Authoritative
Cool and reserved
Implementer
Acts as a boss
Does the right things
Commands through position
Focuses on results
Focuses on plumbing
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.