Instructions
Using the resources provided in the Weeks 2 and 3 “What You Need to Know” resources, design a brief interview protocol using open-ended questions to determine theoretical leadership orientation. Identify a leader you admire and explain why this is the case. Arrange to interview this person using Zoom or Teams online, making sure you can access the transcript file produced by the interview. During the interview, you will need to gather the information you will need to explain the leader's theoretical orientation, evaluate how the leadership theory affects their practice with clients, and evaluate how the leadership model impacts their role as an organizational leader.
The bullet points below correspond to the grading criteria for this assignment:
- Explain why a given leader is effective.
- Explain a leader’s theoretical orientation and leadership style.
- Explain the relationship between the leader’s theoretical orientation and style, speculating as to what can emerge in practice.
- Evaluate how a given leader’s leadership approach impacts practice with clients.
- Evaluate how a given leader’s leadership approach impacts their role as an organizational leader.
- Write content clearly and logically, with correct use of grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
- Correctly format paper, citations, and references using APA style.
Additional Requirements
To achieve a successful assignment outcome, you are expected to meet the following requirements.
- Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
- Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12-point font.
- Page Length: 3–5 double-spaced, typed pages. Include a title page and an abstract. Note that the title and reference pages are not counted in the page requirements.
- References: 5–8 scholarly sources cited and referenced in current edition APA style and format. See Evidence and APALinks to an external site..