Assignment:
There are some who argue that leaders face unprecedented demands as we enter the 21st century. The pace of organizations is faster than ever due to technology advances and impatience in stakeholder groups. There is increased diversity due to globalization. The workforce is more nomadic; few people today spend their entire careers in a single company. This puts a lot of pressure on leaders and may demand new or evolved competencies.
Using the module readings, Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, including general organizational sources like the Wall Street Journal, Business, or Harvard Business Review, research the demands facing 21st century leaders.
Module Readings:
Complete the following readings early in the module:
Read the overview for Module
From the textbook, The leadership challenge (5th ed.), read the following chapters:
When leaders are at their best
Clarify Values
Set the Example
Envision the Future
Enlist Others
Leadership is Everyone's Business
From the Argosy University online library resources, read the following:
From the Argosy University online library resources, search for and read at least two articles on "Transformational Leadership" to be prepared to discuss the concepts of this topic.
Then, respond to the following:
What are the challenges facing leaders in today's environment? Consider both internal and external challenges within an organization.
Describe the impact of those challenges on today's leaders. Explain how leaders need to respond to them.
Discuss at least three-four core competencies that you think leaders need to be effective in today's environment. Explain how these competencies will address the challenges you identified.
Write your initial response in 300 to 500 words.
Do the following when responding:
Read your answers.
Provide substantive comments by
contributing new, relevant information from course readings, Web sites, or other sources;
building on the remarks or questions; or
sharing practical examples of key concepts from your professional or personal experiences
Respond to feedback on your posting and provide feedback to ideas.
Make sure your writing:
is clear, concise, and organized;
demonstrates ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; and
displays accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.