AmbassadorRain9785 1.As the authors have stated, there is not broad agreement as to…1.As the authors have stated, there is not broad agreement as to what strategic leadership is but there is consensus around certain behaviors or activities. Who would you describe as a strategic leader and why? What other behaviors or activities would you add to the list above?
2.Medupi, the “project like no other” requires three very different companies to work together over a five-to-seven-year period. During a strategy workshop focused on the need for thorough and consistent coordination the managers came up with the “Game Plan” based on a “reconstruct construction” vision. This plan includes strategies that are very different from those used on previous projects and there is concern that there will be resistance across the three organizations. Describe five of these new strategies, why there is resistance, and the anticipated outcomes of these strategies.
3.What were the long term and short-term decisions that had to be made once the letter from Cyrus Pallonji Mistry, ousted Chairman of the Tata Group, to the National Company Law Tribunal was made public? Based on the Tata Group core purpose, core values, and mission why were the issues that Mistry raised particularly troubling to the Tata Group brand and leadership?
4.After reading this article, and reviewing Table 12.1 on pages 328-329, identify the types and characteristics of organizations that would be more likely to have managerial leadership; those likely to have visionary leadership, and those who would probably have strategic leadership.
5.Complete the exercises in Chapters 13, 14, and 15. Post your completed “My Network Plan” and “Getting to know my potential sponsor” exercises.
6.How did you think the unique circumstances of the Medupi project, such as the long-term project timeline and on-site hosting of HR and management, helped or hindered the team’s reaction to the ‘Game Plan?’
7.How would you answer Vermak’s question regarding how progress can be accelerated?
8.How did Ratan Tata demonstrate ethical leadership in the way he handled the Tata Nano project?
9.In what ways did Ratan Tata’s leadership style contribute to the ethical culture of Tata Sons?
10.Like the author, have you ever felt isolated on an island, overcome with the fear of making connections with those around you? Explain the situation and the way you felt. Did you overcome your fear?
11.What are two pieces of advice would you give someone afraid of developing new connections?
12.Describe a situation where someone spontaneously helped you in a professional situation. Why do you think they offered you help? In what way did they help you and what was the impact?
13.Which of the four elements of trust do you most associate with this helpful person, and why?
14.Story 7- Monique Builds a Community: What was Monique’s network map and plan when building her business? As a future leader, what strategies could you use to be as successful as Monique?
15.Joe Donahoe, President and CEO of eBay, had strong sponsor relationships; as a future business leader, how will you strengthen and build your sponsor relationships, or can you share a personal experience of a leader that supports mentors and sponsors?
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