Leadership: How to Influence, Inspire and Impact as a Leader

In this lesson you will learn what the traits of a leader are.

In this lesson you will learn the difference between counting vs creating value; circles of influence vs circles of power and leading people vs managing work.

What are the core differences between a leader and a manager?  Match the characteristics with the role using the excel sheet that can be found in the resources folder.

In this lesson you will learn about the technical, human and conceptual characteristics and traits of a leader.

In this lesson you will learn about leadership styles and how different leadership styles impact the organization and potential results of a company.

In this lesson we will define the elements of telling, selling, participating and delegating based on the need to be supportive or directive with a specific task. We will also look at understanding unique situations and readiness.

The leaders job is to increase personal payoff's to subordinates for goal attainment; in this lesson you will gain an understanding for how a leader behaves in these situations.

In this lesson you will learn about the participative leadership approach; you will gain an understanding for the level of participation and influence, individuals have over the direction and outcome of decisions.

In this lesson you will learn about the servant style of leadership and the benefits of this style of leadership, to the organization and the shareholder.

In this lesson you will learn about an approach to leadership that is based on the task at hand versus a leadership style that will fundamentally change, not only what is done but how and why through transactional and transformative leadership.

The impact of a positive approach to leading versus a negative approach. In this lesson you will learn about the carrot or the stick, understanding the impact on employees and strategy and more!

In this lesson you will gain an understanding about autocratic leadership versus democratic leadership; when the leader leads through telling people what to do versus asking for input and gaining consensus.

In this lesson you will learn about consultative leadership and asking for input from employees versus participative leadership where there is a direct participation of the employees in the decision making.

Task focused leaders will focus only on the project or expected outcomes and deliverables versus an employee focus where the leader will develop the employees motivate through the task while delivering results. In this lesson you will learn about the difference between each style of leadership!

It's time to practice what you've learned! Match the description to the leadership style in the attachment. 

In this lesson we explore the importance of followership and what effective followership is. 

In this lesson we look at critical vs uncritical thinking and passive vs active participation.

In this lesson we look at personal power (knowledge, expertise, effort, persuasion, speak truth) and positional power (location, information and relationships).

In this lesson you will learn about building a strong and meaningful relationship with your leader to develop yourself as a leader.

In this lesson you will learn about the leadership process - being authentic, building trust, clarifying the core issues and leadership situation. We will also look at creating good ideas and communicating your vision.

Given the different types of followers, what was the leadership situation that might have created this type of follower? Which type of follower has impact and what might a leader do to create this type of follower?

In this lesson we will define the different characteristics of a team versus a group.

In this lesson you will learn about functional team, cross-functional team and self-directed teams along with the applicable type of leadership that may be required by each type of team.

In this lesson you will learn about the different characteristics of a high performing team!

In this lesson you will learn about how to assemble the right team. We will look at the right size of team, members, member checklist, potential team leaders and the right level of interdependence.

In this lesson you will learn about task roles versus leadership roles.

In this lesson we will define how the team will work together, how decisions will be made and define the roles on the team.

In this lesson you will learn about team development, building trust, getting commitment, peer accountability and how to manage conflict.

Let's look at the role of the leader as the team evolves through the stages of development; form, storm, norm, perform!

In this lesson you will learn about building trust, getting commitment, peer accountability, giving feedback and managing conflict.

In this lesson you will learn about measuring results and creating SMART goals.

When was a time when you were on a high performing team?  Answer the five questions in the attached document.

In this less we will look at the various reasons someone should be lead by you! We look at your personality, your values, your attitudes, your cognitive thinking style and your strengths!

In this lesson you will learn about the benefits and importance of becoming self aware and how it can positively benefit you and your team!

Complete the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator online to understand yourself more; consider your MBTI and how it can be used to influence your leadership style!

In this lesson you will learn about the elements of trust; how is trust earned? What are the characteristics of a leader on which trust can be built? Let's explore!

Let's look at personal values; what is important to you and how do these values translate into actions? 

Watch the video: Speed of Trust By Stephen Covey: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igyxxYShXYo&t=106s

In this lesson you will learn the role of competent performance, consistency and predictability, openess and accuracy, sharing and delegating control and concern for others.

In this lesson you will learn about mindful listening, gaining understanding, paraphrasing and logical consequences.

Find a partner or friend and spend 5 minutes listening to what is important. Make a list of the open-ended questions to ask and paraphrase the responses you received.

Watch the video: The Indian Talking Stick By Stephen Covey:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUxi-Zc45tA

Create something, anything...be creative and have fun!

In this lesson you will gain an understanding around the perceived limitation of creativity and the importance of creativity in leadership!

In this lesson you will learn the four elements of creating a vision.

Create your vision!

In this lesson you will learn about the charismatic orator, speaking authentically and how to effectively use various communication tactics.

In this lesson you will learn about various channels for communication, including; formal reports, electronics, memos, telephone and face to face.

In this lesson you will learn about managing by walking around and walking your talk as a leader!

In this lesson you will learn about staying calm, being visible, telling the truth and communicate a vision.

Write your leadership story!

In this lesson you will learn about motivation vs inspiration; understanding stakeholder intrinsic and individual needs and communicating the vision in terms of these needs.

In this lesson you'll learn about sharing power with others; sharing information, giving responsibility and authority, providing context, consulting and use the input from the group!

In this lesson you will learn about rational persuasion, shared values and more!

Go back to your written vision and think about how you can share it with a friend; how will you influence others to share in your vision?