scholarly journals SITUATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Federico de Andreis ◽  
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Federico Leopardi ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Situational Leadership ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Working Relationships ◽  
Managerial Leadership ◽  
Unique Approach

In the organizations and their management, an important fundamental role is played by the "leadership style", since administrating the working relationships in complex organizations, influences their final results. The decision-making process, in fact, within the organization is influenced by managerial leadership. Before going into the analysis of the various models through which we can propose to read the phenomenal complexity of leadership within business management, this research aims to identify what is leadership and also the roles and dimensions within an organization. The goal of the analysis is to explore the study of leadership styles, from the more formal and authoritarian to the more participative, and to demonstrate the situational leadership approach, which does not presume a unique approach to every situation in order to be successful.

scholarly journals The Examination of Factors Relating to the Leadership Style of Nursing Leaders in Hospitals

2016 ◽  
Vol 62 (1) ◽  
pp. 27-36 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mateja Lorber ◽  
Sonja Treven ◽  
Damijan Mumel
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Personal Characteristics ◽  
Demographic Characteristics ◽  
Organizational Characteristics ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
Level Of Education ◽  
Nursing Leaders

Abstract Theories often describe leadership with different classifications, based on personality and behaviour, and have been used to establish the traits and behaviours that determine an effective leadership style. We used the quantitative methodology to investigate the determinants of the leadership style among nursing leaders in Slovene hospitals. Based on the results, we determined that demographic characteristics such as gender, age, length of employment, and level of education do not affect the choice of the leadership style. Internal organizational characteristics such as job position, emotional intelligence, communication, personal characteristics, and the decision-making process are positively associated with the leadership style. Personal characteristics are considered important when it comes to using specific leadership styles, regardless of the choice of the leadership style, which also depends on the situation and external influences.

scholarly journals An exploratory study of leadership and organizational behavior on workersʼ performance: Olawil wire industry Osogbo, Osun State

2019 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Employee Performance ◽  
Interpersonal Relationship ◽  
Aid Effectiveness ◽  
Management Decision ◽  
Exploratory Research ◽  
Managerial Leadership ◽  
The Impact

Leadership and organizational behavior on workers performance has direct and indirect influence on organization profitability whether public or private organization. Effective leadership is a crucial to organization growth. The central focus of this paper is to examine in detail how leadership and organizational behavior influence workers’ performance in Olawil wire industry limited Osogbo. The intention was to find a link between managerial leadership styles and employee job satisfaction. Following the review of the literature about leadership styles and employee performance, and the relation between the two, it was noticed that no studies had looked at the impact of managerial leadership style on employee performance in Nigeria. The work is an exploratory research design and adopts interviews as source of data collection. Thirty administrative Olawil staff were selected. My finding indicates that there are relationships between leadership style and workers performance in Olawil industry Osogbo, roles play by leadership cannot be quantified. The management guiding members on how to perform well, providing the facilities necessary for the performance of the workers activities, matching people properly with the activities they perform, rewarding people on the basis of their contribution towards the achievement of the organization goals and objective as well as aid effectiveness of management decision on workers performance. Equal opportunities are given to everyone to advance and progress on their chosen career. Workshops within the State were given to some selected staff to boost their profession. The study, therefore, recommended that, the leaders should improve in interpersonal relationship between the staff and the management team to ensure increase in performance and productivity.

scholarly journals Power and Decision Making in the Early Church

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 9-20
Author(s):  
Seth Akhilele
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Leadership Behavior ◽  
Power Distance ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Power Sharing ◽  
Early Church ◽  
Study Results

Abstract In this article, there is the intersection of biblical principles into the teaching and learning of organizational behavior. It examined the crisis in the early Church, as told in the Luke account of Acts of the Apostles Chapter six, and how the leaders decided to resolve the conflict. The exegetical analysis method revealed the lessons learned from the apostolic leaders’ decision-making strategy and the power play in their leadership style. The results included the need for decision making for conflict resolution, decision and empowerment, power distance advantage, and power-sharing advantage in the early Church. The decision-making style for resolving the conflict in the Church was then recommended for contemporary church leaders, in teaching organizational leadership behavior in Christian schools, and in practice in other organizations. The study results suggest that the Bible is a rich source of data for teaching organizational behavior. Keywords: Low-power distance, conflict resolution, decision making, church, power-sharing.

scholarly journals Gaya kepemimpinan transformasional dan situasional di perpustakaan akademik

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 184-197
Author(s):  
Machsun Rifauddin ◽  
Munardji Munardji ◽  
Arfin Nurma Halida ◽  
Nur Kholis
Keyword(s):  
Transformational Leadership ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Situational Leadership ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Organizational Vision ◽  
Collection Method

Introduction. In academic libraries, transformational and situational leadership is important as it can change organizational behavior and increase the staff performance.There is limited discussion types of leadership. This research discusses  two types of leadership and develops a framework in academic libraries of ideal leadership. Data Collection Method. The paper used a qualitative approach and considered literature review from books, journals, and other sources related to the theme. Data Analysis. The paper analyzed various literature, examined and selected data, developed a theoretical framework, and conceptualized the contents. Result and Discussions. Transformational leadership in the academic library is appropriate to create a vision, however, staff commitments develop slowly. The leadership can be appropriately applied to the academic library with a few human resource as itemphasizes two-way communication to motivate staff. Meanwhile, in the situational leadership, organizational vision can be achieved when staff commitments are developed effectively. The situational leadership can be implemented in the academic libraries with large number of staff by using direct and two-way interaction, as staff motivation may increase when they are trusted. Conclusion. The transformational and situational leadershipsare effective when applied to the proper circumstances to achieve set goals. Library leaders need to consider strengths and weaknesses of the leadership style.

Influence of age and gender on decision-making models and leadership styles of non-profit executives in Texas, USA

2016 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 186-203 ◽  
Author(s):  
Francis C. Uzonwanne
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Business Strategies ◽  
Rational Decision ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Non Profit ◽  
Rational Decision Making ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Decision Making Models

Purpose The purpose of this study is to fill the gap by investigating the relationship between age and other demographics on decision-making and leadership styles of executives in the non-profit sector. Design/methodology/approach This study is a quantitative research using correlation analysis and analysis of variance. The quantitative approach establishes facts, makes predictions and tests stated hypothesis and used the Pearson correlation coefficient, the ANOVA and the two-way analysis of variance. This study used surveys to collect data. Findings H1 states that there will be no significant difference in the decision-making models used among non-profit organizational leaders (rational, intuitive, dependent, spontaneous and avoidant) based on demographic variables: gender and age. H2 states that there will be no significant difference in the leadership style used among non-profit organizational executives (selling, telling, delegating and participating) and different dimensions of demographic variables: gender and age. Research limitations/implications This study explored the relationship between the demographics, age and gender and the decision-making models (rational, intuitive, dependent, spontaneous and avoidant) and leadership styles (selling, telling, delegating and participating) of executives in non-profit organizations. The age of the executives also showed to be important factors that influenced executive’s leadership styles and decision-making models as well. Practical implications Rational decision-making as reflected to in this study has been used by older, possibly more experienced non-profit executives. This model is favorable towards making decisions on complicated issues. The final choice rational decision-makers select will maximize the outcome; it is assumed that the decision-maker will choose the alternative that rates the highest and get the maximum benefits (Robbins and Decenzo, 2003, pp. 141-142). The researcher suggests that non-profit executives, especially the younger executives, should attend management and leadership conferences that focus on rational decision-making models as concerns business strategies and making the best choices based on possible alternatives. Social implications Rational decision-making as reflected to in this study has been used by older, possibly more experienced non-profit executives. This model is favorable towards making decisions on complicated issues. The final choice rational decision-makers select will maximize the outcome; it is assumed that the decision-maker will choose the alternative that rates the highest and get the maximum benefits (Robbins and Decenzo, 2003, pp. 141-142). The researcher suggests that non-profit executives, especially the younger executives, should attend management and leadership conferences that focus on rational decision-making models as concerns business strategies and making the best choices based on possible alternatives. Originality/value This is an original piece of research that contributes to the literature on leadership style.

Research-Based Leadership for Next-Generation Leaders

2017 ◽  
pp. 1-39
Author(s):  
Peggy M. Delmas
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Leadership Theories ◽  
Comprehensive Overview ◽  
Effective Leaders ◽  
Emerging Leadership ◽  
Organizational Needs

This chapter uses a leadership typology to review categories of traditional and emerging leadership theories and styles. Those theories and styles that have particular application or extensive research in the areas of education, change, problem solving, decision making, and organizational culture are emphasized. Strategies for increasing leader self-awareness, matching leadership styles and organizational needs, and improving problem solving and decision making are provided. The aim of this chapter is to give a clear and comprehensive overview of the array of leadership styles and theories grounded in research. The intent is to help practitioners working in education be more effective leaders by providing a comprehensive theory base to guide their actions, and to help them utilize the leadership style(s) most appropriate for their organization.

A Model of Sales and Operations Planning: Example of Parameters Used and Decision-Making Process in a Japanese Industry

2020 ◽  
Vol 49 ◽  
pp. 181-186
Author(s):  
Hamza Samouche ◽  
Abdellah El Barkany ◽  
Ahmed El Khalfi
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Operational Performance ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Theoretical Studies ◽  
Operations Planning ◽  
Japanese Industry ◽  
Corrective Actions ◽  
The Impact

Many companies are facing a constant need to develop coordination between operational functions to quickly respond to customer requests. Thus, many practitioners are resorting to an established and integrated business management methodology, the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP). The impact of the S&OP on operational performance was significantly demonstrated in many studies. However, it turns out that the theoretical studies made differ from what is actually applied, in addition to several parameters that are considered in the calculations especially with regard to Japanese industries. So, how is S&OP operated in this industry? What are the different calculation parameters used? and how are the results obtained and analyzed?In this paper, we will first present a short literature review of S&OP and its role and benefits. Then, we present a model of S&OP used in a wire harnesses Japanese industry. The goal is to show first a concrete example, where we present the various parameters considered in the calculations, and then we will explain how the resulting graphs are analyzed by managers and what could be done as corrective actions in case of gap existing.

scholarly journals Leadership Styles in Nursing

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Serpil Çelik Durmuş ◽  
Kamile Kırca
Keyword(s):  
Health Services ◽  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Leadership Styles ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Nurse Managers ◽  
Leadership Skills ◽  
Relational Leadership ◽  
Resonant Leadership ◽  
Autocratic Leadership ◽  
Recent Developments

Recent developments in the field of management-organization and organizational behavior and new concepts have also led to the emergence of new leadership styles in leadership. Leadership in health services is important for following innovations and adapting to current situations. Nurses working together with other health personnel in hospitals providing health services constitute an important group in leadership. Nursing, which is a key force for patient safety and safe care, is a human-centered profession, and therefore leadership is a key skill for nurses at all levels. The leadership styles of nurse managers are believed to be an important determinant of job satisfaction and persistence of nurses. The need for nurses with leadership skills and the need for nurses to develop their leadership skills are increasing day by day. There are several leadership styles defined in nursing literature. These leadership styles are examined under the titles of relational leadership style, transformational leadership, resonant leadership, emotional intelligence leadership, and participatory leadership. The task-focused leadership style is explored under the headings of transactional and autocratic leadership, laissez-faire leadership, and instrumental leadership.

Ethical Decisions and Gender Differences of European Hospitality Students

2007 ◽  
Vol 7 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 230-241 ◽  
Author(s):  
LaChelle R. Wilborn ◽  
Robert A. Brymer ◽  
Ray Schmidgall
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Ethical Decision ◽  
Ethical Decision Making ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Ethical Behaviour ◽  
Hospitality Students ◽  
Ethical Decisions ◽  
And Gender

The purpose of this paper is to assess the sources influencing an ethical decision-making process of European hospitality students. Ten scenarios were used (1) to indicate whether the action posed was ‘ethical’, ‘unethical’, or ‘not a question of ethics’ and (2) to indicate what they would do if they were in this situation. We found that of the nearly 400 European hospitality students, 54 per cent females and 46 per cent males, both genders indicated that parents, close friends, and business management courses influenced their ethical beliefs the most. Additionally, we found that responses were significantly different for only one of the ten scenarios with regards to gender. The action responses to the proposed scenarios were, however, statistically significant for five scenarios; four of these five were business scenarios. Female European hospitality students were more likely to engage in ethical behaviour and are generally less tolerant of questionable practices than their male peers.

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