Leadership Depicted In A Hollywood Movie

Leadership Depicted In A Hollywood Movie

Introduction

Effective leadership is certainly one of the key elements for the success of any group, organization, community, or society. Leadership is the determinant for the development of any group, and this necessarily requires effectiveness in leadership. Effective leadership is certainly one of the key elements for the success of any group, organization, community, or society. Leadership is the determinant for the development of any group, and this necessarily requires effectiveness in leadership. There are several theories, which determine significant distinct types of leaderships, along with its strengths, and weaknesses. These theories also describe the crucial elements for the effectiveness of any distinct type of leadership. The most common leadership styles identified by several thinkers are the authoritative leadership, the democratic leadership, the paternalistic leadership, laissez-faire leadership style, transactional leadership, and the transformational leadership. All of these leadership styles have distinct characteristics, and its effectiveness is highly distinct in actualization and deliverance. All of the traits of major leaders have significant conformities with at least one of these described types of leaderships (Northouse, 2010).

The concept of leadership includes many thoughts, images and reflections. This can also include influence, dynamic personality, autocratic behavior, cleverness, kindness, power, followership, charisma, goals, warmth and innovation. There are many definitions of leadership that explore the different dimensions of leadership like leadership is a process in which the agent stimulates the other person so that he can act according to the desired manner. It is an ability which helps the people in the achievement of their goals. The process of leadership requires the use of the interpersonal skills so that the other people can be affected for the accomplishment of the particular goals.

Many of the leaders in the history of world have succeeded in their eras through distinct leadership traits. For example, the authoritative leadership of Hitler in contrary with the democratic leadership, which had been followed in United States since its freedom, are two distinct types, which have there own distinct histories. Similarly in this paper, the leadership of the current President of United States i.e. Barrack Obama will be analyzed. This paper will present the brief biography, achievements, and contributions to the society, which is attributed to Barack Obama. In addition, this paper will also present an analysis of his leadership style and behaviors to motivate and persuade the public. Lastly, some recommendations will also be presented for the leadership of Barack Obama for the development of its effectiveness in the light of literature.

The concept of leadership is increasing popularity in the modern studies. Previously, only the concept of 'management' and 'manager' were considered significant for the success of business. This was a time when people were unable to identify and differentiate between the concepts of a manager and a leader (Hill & Jones,. 2009, pp. 56-70). However with time, the difference between the two has been recognised, acknowledged and explored in more detail. Leaders are essentially more influential than the managers (Frandale, ...