Overview
Week 6 Assignment: Leadership Analysis Paper
Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
• Lussier and Achua: Chapter - All applicable
• File: Individual Leadership Analysis Paper Details (in Course Documents)
• Leadership Self-Analysis Component - Textbook Assessments
• Minimum of 8 scholarly resources
Introduction The goal of the week 6 analysis paper is to all you to apply the learning outcomes of the course by creating a personal development plan focused on behaviors, traits, motivation, and influence.
Activity Instructions This project provides you the opportunity to examine yourself as a leader, given the assessments and readings reviewed during class. You will include the self-assessments within the text.
The paper is expected to be introspective on your leadership attributes and deficiencies relative to your career and personal development. Analyze the areas of influence, like motivation, power, conflict management andcommunication. A personal leadership map should be included to discuss your personal plan for development and growth. Be sure to include leadership theories and how they apply to you personally support by scholarly research.
Headings are to be used in the paper as outlined in the guidelines provided. Be sure to include an Appendix with self-assessment scores and brief summaries. This part can be creative.
The paper should be written from the first-personperspective and provide examples of how your insights about your leadership apply to your work and personal experiences.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
• MININUM 8 pages but no more than 12 pages (approx. 300 words per page), not including title page or references page
• 1-inch margins
• Double spaced
• 12-point Times New Roman font
• Title page with topic and name of student
• References page (minimum of 8 resources)
• Headers are required and must include the following at minimum:
o Introduction with strong thesis statement
o Leadership Foundation & Theories
o Personal Leadership Style & Traits
o Transformation, Change and Conflict Management
o Personal Leadership Map
o References
o Appendices
Grading and Assessment Grading will follow the Rubric in course documents.
Course Learning Outcome(s): ALL
1. Examine leadership theories and styles to develop a personal leadership plan
2. Analyze influence of leadership styles on organizational structure
3. Assess how environment, culture, and motivation impact leadership behaviors
4. Differentiate the roles of the change igniter, change agent, and others involved in change processes
5. Argue the necessity for change in an organization using one of diagnostic frameworks
Due Date: by 11:55 pm ET on Sunday, Week 6