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HIS 225 MODULE 7 DISCUSSION

Very few times throughout history has social change occurred without civil unrest, force, strikes, and to capture the attention of the public. The success of any mission generally comes after a breakdown of an old regime or ideology affecting common people.
1. Name one instance in history where a breakdown in society happened for social change. Name a leader of that particular social change?
For example:  Solidarity Leader, Adam Michnik, Martin Luther King Jr.
2. Which of the following leadership styles best fits your choice of a leader in conjunction with question  no. 1?  Briefly, tell why.
1. Charismatic   
•	Influences others through power of personality
•	Acts energetically, motivating others to move forward
•	Inspires passion
•	May seem to believe more in self than in the team
2. Innovative
•	Grasps the entire situation and goes beyond the usual course of action
•	Can see what is not working and brings new thinking and action into place
•	To break open entrenched, intractable issues
•	To create a work climate for others to apply innovative thinking to solve problems, develop new products and services
•	Risk taking is increased for all
•	Failures don't impede progress
•	Team gains job satisfaction and enjoyment
•	Atmosphere of respect for others' ideas is present
3. Command and Control
  Follows the rules and expects others to do the same.
•	Is the sole decision maker
•	Others have little chance to debrief what was learned before next encounter with leader.
4. Pace Setter
•	Sets high performance standards for self and the group
•	Epitomizes the behavior sought from others
•	When staff are self-motivated and highly skilled, able to embrace new projects and move with speed
•	When action is key and results are critical
•	Cannot be sustained too long, as staff /people may "burn out" from demanding pace
•	Results delivered at a speed staff can't always keep up with
5. Servant
•	Puts service to others before self-interest
•	Includes the whole team in decision making
•	Provides tools to get the job done
•	Stays out of limelight, lets team accept credit for results
•	Leader is elected to a team, organization, committee, or community
6. Situational
•	Links behavior with group's readiness
•	Includes being directing and supportive, while empowering and coaching
•	Where ongoing procedures need refinement, reinvention, or speaking out on situations
•	Can be confusing if behavior changes unpredictably and too often
7. Transformational
•	Expects team to transform even when it's uncomfortable
•	Counts on everyone giving their best
•	Serves as a role model for all involved
•	To encourage the group to pursue innovative and creative ideas and actions
•	To motivate the group by strengthening team optimism, enthusiasm, and commitment
•	Can lead to high productivity and engagement from all team members

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