Perfect Position

As a valued and veteran employee one is presented with a unique opportunity to determine the leadership position that best suits him or her.   As an experienced employee, one is familiar with the vision and goals of the organization.   By identifying one’s strengths and weaknesses in leadership attributes, can help define a perfect position that best fits the employee and the organization.   Also, by comparing and contrasting leadership theories and applying personal leadership style can gain insight to finding the perfect position.
Leadership is defined as the ability to influence a group towards the achievement of a vision or set of goals (Robbins & Judge, 2007).     For an organization to be successful there must be an effective leader and management team in place.   There are several theories of leadership that facilitate in defining the traits of a leader.   The first of the theories is trait theories of leadership.   This theory focuses on personal qualities and characteristics such as, being charismatic, enthusiastic and courageous (Robbins & Judge, 2007).   Another trait that is being used to support this theory is emotional intelligence.   Being aware of other people’s needs motivates people to follow that leader.   Having a high emotional intelligence has recently been proven as an effective leadership trait, and traits are good at predicting leaders.   Behavioral theories propose that specific behaviors differentiate leaders (Robbins & Judge, 2007).   The behavioral theory indicates that once these behaviors are identified, they can be taught.   There is an opposing perspective that an effective leader is more than intricate than a few traits and behaviors.   The contingency theory model states that the performance of the group is dependent on the proper leadership style, and the degree to which the situation gives control to the leader.   The theory uses leadership styles appropriate to the needs created by organizational situations.   Therefore, there is no one...