Chapter 7 Followership 1 Critical and Uncritical Thinking

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Chapter 7 Followership 1

Chapter 7 Followership 1

Critical and Uncritical Thinking Critical Thinking ¡ Thinking independently and being mindful of the

Critical and Uncritical Thinking Critical Thinking ¡ Thinking independently and being mindful of the effects of one’s own and other people’s behavior on achieving the organization’s vision. Uncritical Thinking ¡ Failing to consider possibilities beyond what one is told; accepting the leader’s ideas without thinking. 2

Ex. 7. 1 Followership Styles Independent, critical thinking Alienated Effective Pragmatic Survivor Passive Active

Ex. 7. 1 Followership Styles Independent, critical thinking Alienated Effective Pragmatic Survivor Passive Active Conformist Dependent, uncritical thinking 3

The effective follower n n n The will to assume responsibility The will to

The effective follower n n n The will to assume responsibility The will to serve The will to challenge The will to participate in transformation The will to leave 4

Ex. 7. 2 The Maturity Continuum 7 Sharpen the Saw Interdependence 5 6 Synergize

Ex. 7. 2 The Maturity Continuum 7 Sharpen the Saw Interdependence 5 6 Synergize Seek First to Understand Then to be Understood PUBLIC VICTORY Think win-win 4 Independence Put First Things First 3 Be Proactive 1 PRIVATE VICTORY 2 Begin with the End in Mind Dependence 8. Find your voice and inspire others to find theirs 5

Sources of Follower Personal Sources ¡ ¡ Knowledge Expertise Effort Persuasion Position Sources ¡

Sources of Follower Personal Sources ¡ ¡ Knowledge Expertise Effort Persuasion Position Sources ¡ ¡ ¡ Location Information Access 6

Ex. 7. 3 Ways to Influence Your Leader Be a Resource for the Leader

Ex. 7. 3 Ways to Influence Your Leader Be a Resource for the Leader Help the Leader Be a Good Leader Determine the leader’s needs. Zig where the leader zags. Tell leader about you. Align self to team purpose/vision. Ask for advice. Tell leader what you think. Find things to thank leader for. Build a Relationship View the Leader Realistically Ask about leader at your level/position. Welcome feedback and criticism. Ask leader to tell you company stories. Give up idealized leader images. Don’t hide anything. Don’t criticize leader to others. Disagree occasionally. 7

Ex. 7. 4 Rank Order of Desirable Characteristics Desirable Leaders Are n n Honest

Ex. 7. 4 Rank Order of Desirable Characteristics Desirable Leaders Are n n Honest Forward thinking Inspiring Competent Desirable Colleagues (Followers) Are n Honest n Cooperative n Dependable n Competent 8

Ex. 7. 5 The Feedback Process 1. Observation 2. Follower misses deadlines repeatedly. 4.

Ex. 7. 5 The Feedback Process 1. Observation 2. Follower misses deadlines repeatedly. 4. Development 5. Follower given 2. Assessment 3. Follower training in selfmanagement, team allocated work based on personal skills. lacks selfmanagement skills. 3. Consequences 4. Team members resent delays to team projects. 9

Feedback n n Make regular feedback a habit Use elements of storytelling Be generous

Feedback n n Make regular feedback a habit Use elements of storytelling Be generous with positive feedback Train followers to view feedback as an opportunity for development. 10

Leading others to lead themselves n n Accept and acknowledge your inability to accomplish

Leading others to lead themselves n n Accept and acknowledge your inability to accomplish anything without the help of followers Self-management leadership: helping others to help themselves ¡ n n Followers and leaders are active partners who are continually learning, growing, and changing Coach employees, share information Directed autonomy 11

Dialogue A type of communication in which each person suspends his attachment to a

Dialogue A type of communication in which each person suspends his attachment to a particular viewpoint so that a deeper level of listening, synthesis, and meaning evolves from the whole community 12

Characteristics of community n n n Inclusivity Positive culture Conversation Caring and trust Shared

Characteristics of community n n n Inclusivity Positive culture Conversation Caring and trust Shared leadership 13

Communities of Practice Made up of individuals who are informally bound to one another

Communities of Practice Made up of individuals who are informally bound to one another through exposure to a similar set of problems and a common pursuit of solutions 14