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Understanding Leadership: Concepts, Definitions, and the Art of Influence

Explore the multifaceted nature of leadership in this comprehensive guide. Leadership is more than just a title; it's a complex discipline shaped by various factors, with no single definition. From inspiring quotes by leaders like Lao Tzu to defining leadership as both an art and a science, this lesson delves into the differences between leaders and managers, and whether great leaders are born or made. Gain insights into how effective leadership shapes teams and organizations, encouraging continuous improvement and growth.

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Understanding Leadership: Concepts, Definitions, and the Art of Influence

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  1. Leadership “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” ~Lao Tzu Leadership Defined Lesson One

  2. 1. What is Leadership? • A. Leadership is a complex discipline • B. Popular and accepted definitions exist • C. Multitude of factors • D. No single correct definition • E. The demonstrated ability to influence

  3. Leadership Definitions • 1. The creative and directive force of morale (Munson, 1921) • 2. The process by which an agent induces a subordinate to behave in a desired manner. (Bennis, 1959) • 3. The presence of a particular influence relationship between two or more persons. (Hollander & Julian, 1969) • 4. Directing and controlling the work of group members. (Fiedler, 1967) • 5. Actions that focus resources to create desirable opportunities. (Campbell, 1991) • 6. The leader’s job is to create conditions for the team to be effective. (Ginnett, 1996) • 7. The demonstrated ability to influence others toward a goal. (Bitters & Litchford, 2000)

  4. 2. Is Leadership a Science or an Art? • A. A field of scholarly inquiry (science), as well as an art • B. 8,000 cited studies. • C. Giving leaders insight • D-1. Results • D-2. Effective

  5. 3. Is There a Difference Between Leadership and Management? • A. Many distinctions between managers and leaders • B. Management • C. Leadership • D-1. Right • D-2. Things

  6. Leadership and Management (Bennis, 1989) • Managers administer; leaders innovate. • Managers maintain; leaders develop. • Managers control; leaders inspire. • Managers have a short-term view; leaders have a long-term view. • Managers ask how and when; leaders ask what and why. • Managers imitate; leaders originate. • Mangers tell; leaders ask. • Managers do things right; leaders do the right things.

  7. 4. Are Leaders Born or Made? • A. Acquiring traits, attributes, and experiences over a period of time • B-1. Good leaders are made • B-2. Continually working and studying to improve their leadership skills

  8. One can never consent to creep when one feels an impulse to soar.~ Helen Keller

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