Discussion
Read the case study, Ursula Burns: Xerox's Chairwoman and CEO, at the end of the chapter.
1. In your opinion is Ursula Burns more of a charismatic, transformational or transactional leader? Or, is she all of these leadership types?
2. Exhibit 9.4 identifies transformational and charismatic leader behaviors. In your opinion, which of the behavioral components does Ms. Burns exemplify
3. According to the leadership continuum model of Tannenbaum and Schmidt, where would you put Ursula Burns based on the facts of the case (Chapter 4)?
4. One of the characteristics of effective teams is the presence of a capable and competent team leader (Chapter 8). Chapter 8 describes different activities of the team leader in creating an effective team, including turning obstacles into opportunities. Would you describe Ursula Burns as an effective team leader?
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.
Reference
Kouzes, J. & Posner, B. (2012). The leadership challenge: how to make extraordinary things happen in organizations. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.