Leadership - different perspectives
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The term leadership refers to "the dynamic process in a group whereby one individual influence others to contribute voluntarily to the achievement of group tasks in a given situation" (Pettinger, 2000, pg.120). Good leadership is essential to the organizations to help members defining their goals and finding ways to achieve them as well as to influence the activities of the followers through altering communication process and allocating resources in order to achieve corporate objectives (McShane & Travaglione, 2003, pg.466). In order to achieve organizational success, leaders must have a good understanding of employee's values, perceptions and attitudes. By analyzing the case study 'Managing like a Man', we can see how employees' values and perception affects their attitudes. This essay will discuss employees' attitude towards work/life balance, consultation and inclusion at work, and leadership style. This essay will also discuss Sally's attitude which is influenced by her values and perceptions...


