1. What is a leader? Who is a leader? Can I be a leader?
Leadership
What is a leader?
Who is a leader?
Can I be a leader?

2. A leaders is:
Someone who gives us direction and helps us find the way to where were he knows we ought to be.
YOU JOB …. Rewrite this definition of a leader… in your own words correcting and editing if needed.
YOU MUST ALL Agree on the final definition.

3. Name leaders and their traits
Take minutes….
In groups of three, name:
1 person you know personally
1 person you have seen or heard about
List the leaders’ traits
You will have a total of four (or five) leaders listed

4. The student will be able to:
Define leadership
Name three misunderstandings about leadership with no errors
List traits of effective leaders orally, with near accuracy
Explain leadership style and contrast three styles with no errors
Contrast leadership with power and management according to the power point projection

5. Leadership is a relationship where influence is given to meet individual or group goals.

6. A leader is a person who helps an individual or a group of individuals in achieving their goals.
A leader does not always have to be the president, or the elected leader. It may be an active leader of the group, or someone who reaches out to help another person.
A follower is an individual who follows the ideas, goals, or tasks of a leader. Followers are developed by working together to identify goals and strategies for achieving the goals.

7. Six Misconceptions Leaders are born, not made
Leadership comes from positions in the group
Leaders make all decisions for the group
All leaders are popular and charismatic
Leadership is power
Leadership is management

8. REMEMBER…
If there are no followers, there are no leaders. If roles are not understood, the group will not operate effectively!!

9. Traits of Effective Leaders
Know strengths and weaknesses
Hard working
Self confidant
Speak effectively in front of people
Follow directions
Think logically
Make decisions
Solve problems
Trustworthy
Listen effectively
Understand the needs of others
Respect people of other backgrounds

10. Leadership Styles Autocratic Style Laissez-faire Style
Democratic Style

11. Autocratic Style
An autocratic leader is directive and makes decisions for an individual or group. Being autocratic does not mean the leader is coercive or a dictator. The leaders usually provide direction and make decisions.

12. Laissez-faire Style
A Laissez-faire leader gives others a major role in making decisions. They recognize that involving group in the decision-making process is important. They often realize that group members are in a better position to make a decision.

13. Democratic Style
A democratic leader selects a style between autocratic and laissez-faire. Democratic leaders recognize the importance of participation by members, but retain part of the decision-making responsibility.

14. Trivia What form of government do we live under?
Democratic or Republican
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands: one Nation under God, indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for all.

15. Leadership potential can be enhanced by:
Increase of Knowledge and Abilities,
Experience, and
Opportunity

16. 10 steps to becoming a successful leader.
1. Develop a vision and focus your thinking.
2. Set goals.
3. Develop initiative.
4. Develop self- confidence.
5. Develop personal responsibility.
6. Develop a healthy self-image.
7. Develop self-organization.
8. Eliminate procrastination
9. Study.
10. Magnify your strengths.

17. Leadership Concept
Transactional vs Transformational

18. Leadership tip
An effective leader must have command of a broad range of skills in order to bring the group to the successful completion of its goals.

19. TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL LEADERSHIP
Monitor Progress
Consider Alternative Plans & Persons
Evaluate The Task
Express Appreciation
Match The Task To The Capabilities Fo The Person
Involve Different People
Don’t Dictate - Delegate.

20. LEADERSHIP ETIQUETTE
Make Decisions That Enhance The Entire Group Rather Than Yourself
Realize You Also Have A Superior

21. LEADERSHIP ETIQUETTE Example Of Fair Play, Integrity & Dependability
Genuinely Listens To The Needs, Feedback And Suggestions Of Members, Not Just A Select Few

22. LEADERSHIP ETIQUETTE
Understand That Leadership Is Not A Glory Position, But A Responsibility Position
Be Willing To Roll Up Sleeves & Help When The Going Gets Tough

23. LEADERSHIP ETIQUETTE
Knows That Without The Work, Support & Dedication Of All Members, The Organizaiton Will Not Be Successful
Sacrifice Personal Glory & Recognition To Share W/ All Followers

24. LEADERSHIP ETIQUETTE
Work For The Success Of The Entire Group, Not For Self
Know That Power Is Given By The Members & Can Be Taken Away
Everybody is important and no one should be demeaned.

25. In Review Define leadership
Name three misunderstandings about leadership with no errors
Leaders are born not made….. T F
Leaders make all decisions T F
Leadership is service T F
List traits of effective leaders.
Explain leadership style and contrast three styles
List 5 steps to becoming a successful leader

26. THE END!!!!!!!!!