LESSON 3: LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEERISM

Leadership

A process of social influence that maximizes the efforts of others towards achieving a common goal.

Effective Leadership

Involves guiding and motivating individuals or teams to work collaboratively.

Leadership in Contexts

Can manifest in business, community, and personal settings.

Impact of Leadership

Seen in the success of organizations and the fulfillment of team members.

Visionary Leader

A leader who has a clear vision and can effectively communicate it to their team.

Good Communicator

A leader with strong communication skills to convey expectations and foster open dialogue.

Empathetic Leader

A leader who understands team members' needs and builds trust through empathy.

Integrity in Leadership

Demonstrating honesty, fairness, and transparency to set a moral example.

Adaptability in Leadership

The ability to remain open to new ideas and flexible in approaches.

Resilient Leader

The capacity to bounce back from challenges and maintain team morale.

Autocratic Leadership

A leadership style where decisions are made unilaterally by the leader.

Democratic Leadership

A leadership style that involves team members in the decision-making process.

Transformational Leadership

A style where leaders inspire and motivate teams to exceed their expectations.

Servant Leadership

Prioritizes the needs of team members, creating a supportive environment.

Laissez-Faire Leadership

A hands-off leadership style granting autonomy to highly skilled teams.

Self-Awareness

Understanding one's strengths, weaknesses, and values, essential for authentic leadership.

Continuous Learning

Actively seeking personal and professional growth to improve leadership skills.

Mentorship

Engaging with experienced leaders for insights and guidance in leadership development.

Emotional Intelligence

The ability to recognize, manage one's emotions, and understand others’ emotions.

Team Building

Creating diverse teams that leverage individual strengths to enhance performance.

Accountability in Leadership

Taking responsibility for actions and fostering a culture of accountability.

Ethical Dilemmas

Navigating ethical challenges to maintain trust and integrity within the team.

Influence (Leadership Power)

The ability to affect others' behavior and attitudes.

Authority (Leadership Power)

The legitimate power to make decisions and enforce rules.

Expertise (Leadership Power)

Knowledge and skills that enhance a leader's credibility and trust.

Charisma (Leadership Power)

Personal charm and appeal that inspires and motivates others.

Network (Leadership Power)

Building relationships that provide support and resources.

Volunteerism

The act of contributing free labor to support community service or nonprofit organizations.

Corporate Volunteerism

Employees contribute their time and skills to assist nonprofits and charities.

School-Based Volunteerism

Volunteers provide support in schools, often through parent-teacher associations (PTAs).

Community Volunteerism

Individuals volunteer to improve local communities, such as in food banks or hospitals.

Virtual Volunteerism

Online opportunities for remote contributions to causes.

Emergency Relief Volunteerism

Volunteers provide aid during disasters, such as healthcare and essential supplies.

Event Volunteerism

Volunteers assist with nonprofit-hosted events like concerts and fundraisers.

Strengthening Communities (Volunteerism)

Volunteer efforts contribute to the well-being of communities.

Skill Development (Volunteerism)

Volunteers gain life skills that enhance personal and professional lives.

Knowledge Acquisition (Volunteerism)

Engaging in volunteer work helps individuals learn about social issues.

Leadership in Business

Leadership that influences and drives organizational success through strategic decision-making.

Personal Leadership

Leading oneself through self-discipline, goal-setting, and accountability in everyday life.

Team Leadership

The ability to guide, motivate, and support a team in achieving collective goals.

Volunteer Satisfaction

Personal fulfillment that volunteers gain from contributing to causes they care about.

Motivating Teams

Effective leaders inspire teams to work towards shared goals with enthusiasm and dedication.

Clear Vision in Leadership

Leaders must articulate a clear and inspiring vision to guide their teams.

Collaborative Leadership

Fostering cooperation and collective decision-making to harness the strengths of a group.

Trust in Leadership

Trust is essential in leadership for creating a cohesive, loyal, and motivated team.

Leadership in Crisis

Effective leaders remain calm and decisive in crisis situations, guiding their teams through challenges.

Volunteer Recruitment

The process of attracting individuals to contribute their time and skills to volunteer projects.

Social Impact of Volunteerism

Volunteer efforts can create long-term positive changes within communities.

Empowering Others (Leadership)

True leadership empowers individuals to grow, take initiative, and contribute meaningfully.

The 5 sources of power is a concept created by?

French and Raven (1959)

Legitimate

Gained from your rank in a formal heirarchy.

Reward

Gained from your ability to distribute rewards.

Coercive

Gained from your abllity to distribute punishments.

Expert

Gained from your ability demonstrate expertise.

Referent

Gained from your ability to get respect and admiritation.