Followership 1 Overview Characteristics of Effective Followership 2

Followership 1

Overview • Characteristics of Effective Followership 2

Effective Followers • Active/independent, critical thinking • • Problem solvers • Can work with others • Reflect on goals of the organization • Not hesitant to bring concerns to leader 3

Characteristics • • • Exemplify AF Core Values Decision Making Communication Skills Commitment Problem Solving Organizational Understanding Flexibility Competence Courage Enthusiasm 4

Exemplify Core Values • Integrity First • Service Before Self • Excellence In All We Do 5

Decision Making • Sound thought processes • Achievement through teamwork 6

Communication Skills • Listening ability • Reading comprehension • Tactful feedback 7

Commitment • Displays loyalty • Fully supportive of the mission and leadership • Willing to go the “extra mile” 8

Problem Solving • Wants to be challenged • Desires responsibility 9

Organizational Understanding • Can see the big picture • Understands importance of their job 10

Flexibility • Can adapt and overcome • Remains calm during new challenges 11

Competence • Never stops learning • Actions speak louder than words • Not afraid to share information 12

Courage • Stands up for what’s right • Knows when to speak • Knows when to be quiet 13

Enthusiasm • Passion and Excitement • Positive Attitude 14

Summary • 2 D Model of Follower Behavior • Characteristics of Effective Followership 15

“He who cannot be a good follower cannot be a good leader” Aristotle (384 BC – 322 BC) 16