Description
As we are seeing this week, in order to facilitate effective decision-making by leaders and managers, timely and accurate information is crucial. There are a number of internal and external factors that can contribute to the decisions we make. Information is acquired through the use of periodic situation analyses (SWOT).
Answer the following questions regarding the use of SWOT:
- Based on your readings and studies, how important is having a SWOT analysis for an organization?
- Is a SWOT more or less important for a new company? Why?
- How often should this SWOT be reevaluated? Why?
Requirements
Length: 250–400 words
References: You are encouraged to cite sources as needed.
Contributions must display original thinking and demonstrate a strong understanding of the subject matter, including links and references to sources that support your arguments. Additionally, be sure to cite any sources you reference both in-text and in a “References” section using APA format.
Also, please view the video, LINK below--because I believe that you'll find it both compelling and disturbing.
Dr. Reeley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GorqroigqM
Strategic Leadership: The Essential SkillsSchoemaker, P. J. H., Krupp, S., & Howland, S. (2023). Strategic leadership: The essential skills. Harvard Business Review, 10–15. https://research.ebsco.com/c/yi2or4/viewer/pdf/cmj...This guide discusses the essential skills needed for strategic leadership. The more unpredictable the environment, the greater the opportunity—if leaders have the ability to seize it.
SWOT AnalysisHarmon, A. (2025). SWOT analysis. Salem Press Encyclopedia. https://research.ebsco.com/c/udgvh3/viewer/html/oy...
This resource offers a clear guide to conducting a SWOT analysis and highlights its potential limitations—critical insights for leaders and managers.
Ethical Leadership Challenges in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: An In-depth AnalysisBannor, F. O., & Baysah, J. O. (2025). Ethical leadership challenges in the age of artificial intelligence: An in-depth analysis. Pan-African Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 6(2), 76–88. https://research.ebsco.com/c/udgvh3/search/details...
This study recommends a multi-stakeholder approach to AI in leadership, advocating for interdisciplinary collaboration, continuous ethical oversight, and strong governance policies.
Ethical Leadership: Challenges and SolutionsGasim, A. (2022). Ethical leadership: Challenges and solutions. Proceedings of the Conference on Defense Resources Management in the 21st Century, 15–24. https://research.ebsco.com/c/udgvh3/viewer/pdf/tfw...
This article explores the daily ethical challenges leaders face. It emphasizes that communication—especially active listening—is the cornerstone of effective ethical leadership.
Do Ethical Leaders Enhance Employee Ethical Behaviors?Al Halbusi, H., Tang, T. L.-P., Williams, K. A., & Ramayah, T. (2022). Do ethical leaders enhance employee ethical behaviors? Asian Journal of Business Ethics, 11(1), 105–135.
This article is a valuable resource for understanding the connection between leadership ethics and employee conduct.
Why Do So Many Strategies Fail?Collis, D. (2021, Jul, Aug). Why do so many strategies fail? Harvard Business Review, 99(4), 82-93.
This article described the necessity of leadership to move from a narrow focus to a more holistic view when developing organizational strategy.
Advice-Taking in Ethical DilemmasFranklin, D., & Guerber, A. (2020). Advice-taking in ethical dilemmas. Journal of Managerial Issues, 32(3), 334–353.
This article presents both the benefits and drawbacks of leaders accepting advice when facing ethical dilemmas. It highlights how external input can challenge or reinforce a leader’s moral beliefs during complex decision-making.
Unethical Leadership and Crimes of Obedience: A Moral Awareness PerspectiveJavaid, M. F., Raoof, R., Farooq, M., & Arshad, M. (2020). Unethical leadership and crimes of obedience: A moral awareness perspective. Global Business & Organizational Excellence, 39(5), 18–25. https://doi.org/10.1002/joe.22011
This article explores how unethical leadership can influence followers to engage in misconduct or "crimes of obedience," stressing the importance of moral awareness in resisting unethical directives.
“The Power of Ethical Leadership”: The Influence of Corporate Social Responsibility on Creativity, the Mediating Function of Psychological Safety, and the Moderating Role of Ethical Leadership Kim, B.-J., Kim, M.-J., & Kim, T.-H. (2021). “The power of ethical leadership”: The influence of corporate social responsibility on creativity, the mediating function of psychological safety, and the moderating role of ethical leadership. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(6).
This study examines how corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives enhance employee creativity, especially when ethical leadership fosters psychological safety.
Organizational Strategies for Remote Learning: Exploratory Study During the Pandemic at a Private University Miguel, A., & Gonzalez, D. (2021). Organizational strategies for remote learning: Exploratory study during the pandemic at a private university. Technium Social Sciences Journal, 17(1).
This article outlines how one private university adapted to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, presenting insights from both students and administration.
SWOT Analysis of the Business Model of Short Video Platform: Take Tik Tok as an Example Ziyi, M. (2020, December 18–20). SWOT analysis of the business model of short video platform: Take TikTok as an example [Document]. 2020 Management Science Informatization and Economic Innovation Development Conference (MSIEID), Guangzhou, China. https://doi.org/10.1109/MSIEID52046.2020.00015
This article presents a SWOT analysis of TikTok, demonstrating how short video platforms must adapt their business models to remain competitive in the evolving media landscape.
Organizational Political Affiliation and Job Seekers: If I don’t identify with your party, am I still attracted?Roth, P. L., Arnold, J. D., Walker, H. J., Zhang, L., & Van Iddekinge, C. H. (2021). Organizational political affiliation and job seekers: If I don’t identify with your party, am I still attracted? The Journal of Applied Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1037/apl0000932
This article investigates how political alignment between organizations and job seekers can shape perceptions and influence recruitment decisions—ultimately affecting workplace culture and performance.
Module 3 Optional Resources
SWOT Analysis TemplateSWOT Analysis Template. Wikipedia.
Creative Commons licensed SWOT analysis template from Wikipedia.
Company Information & SWOT AnalysisNU Library. (2024, January). SoBE: Business research guide. https://resources.nu.edu/business/company_more
This NU Library guide provides curated resources for company profiles and SWOT analysis research, ideal for business planning and strategic assignments.