The elements of story can be bold or boring, factual or fiction, and may give rise to a call for action or may leave a listener uninterested and disengaged. Speeches are one form of storytelling where a listener is engaged through sight, sound, and context inherent in the power of "pull." Consider two speeches (other than Mar
Write a 3- to 4-page paper in which you analyze the U.S. Army using the McKinsey 7S Framework. Analyzing this change process and developing your thoughts about it based on the background material. The larger, more systemic the change, the better. However, substantive change within a unit, function, or division can also work. Sub
Discuss How IT influenced Communication, vendors and partners, Cost saving, reduction of lead time, and improves product promotional activities of supply Chain management.
Analyze the transformation that the Medicaid offices in NYC went through in the early to mid-2000s when they were found to be "failing" and prepare a 2-3 page paper. •Analyze the case study using the McKinsey 7S model framework. •Thoroughly examine the seven key areas of the model. •Identify in which box each piece
A good book, a thrilling movie, a well-deserved vacation, and watching championship sport games are a few examples of activities that absorb your whole being to the point that other activities and stimuli are blocked from conscious thought. Psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi described these moments as "flow"optimal experiences
Analyze the Medicaid Case Study using the McKinsey 7S Model and prepare a 4-5 page paper on the following questions below. 1) What limitations does the model have (if any), and how did they manifest in this particular situation? 2) What should be done to ensure that when using it they do not impact your analysis / change
Leadership practices in a more modern society emphasizes the importance of group dynamics rather than individual achievement. Organizations that function with teams have a common goal and work together as well as individually to achieve their goals. Unfortunately when an organization does not meet productivity goals the team mus
Identify an issue currently in the news that relates to federal, state, or local reform. Analyze the social, economic, and political circumstances surrounding this instance of health care reform, and evaluate what this development might mean for your work in health care administration. Respond to: • Summarize the articl
Virtual Teams Al-Ani, Horspool, and Bligh (2011) described qualitative aspects of working in virtual teams, often with virtual strangers (Here we sit in our virtual classroom!), ranging from the continued importance of face-to-face communication to an entirely "virtual presence." As discussed in Week 6, a multigenerational work
The World Health Organization's "Statistical Information System" is an interactive database that allows you to compare health indicators for multiple countries. Compare data from the two countries you selected with the United States. Consider the value of using standardized quantitative health measures or indicators to compare
Considering a business that failed and one that succeeded within the last 5 years what are each organization's objectives, vision, and mission? What are the indicators of the business failure and success from research, including aspects of the leadership style, communication, structure, and so forth? What are the specifi
Multigenerational Workforce Leadership challenges posed by the multigenerational workforce are many. One solution may not fit all employment settings or projects within the same setting. How do you value the Boomer Generation workforce while engaging Gen Y for a successful and harmonious work environment? What does the future h
Research one of the leading causes of death in the United States, comparing data from your state (Maryland) with national data and examining risk factors associated with the health problem. Websites: • CDC: Leading Causes of Death • Medical News Today: What Are the Top 10 Leading Causes of Death in the US? • Centers fo
As CEO of Patagonia, how would you deal with criticism that you focus more on hiring employees that are social cause oriented, vs. the most talented and skilled employees?
Consider the ways in which two health systems are similar to and/or different from one another. Assess the business and health care-related implications of horizontal and vertical integration of your selected health systems. How does integration impact the management of your selected organizations and the patients/consumers the
As CEO of McDonald's,and based on your experience, how would you improve operations in McDonald's stores in the future? Who do you see as McDonald's biggest emerging competitor and can McDonald's improve by looking at their management strategy?
One author defined quality as "a zero error rate" (Suchánek, Richter & Králová, 2014, p. 330), which itself refers to the ability for a company to produce a perfect product on its first attempt. The concept of "quality" has evolved to mean far more than the integrity of a manufactured product. Please discuss the quality of p
1.In a narrative format discuss the key facts and critical issues presented in the case. 2. What are the cultural problems that Walt Disney Company has faced in opening theme parks outside the U.S.?
Pick a FORTUNE 100 Company. Does the leadership of your organization keep promises made or do they promise more than they can deliver?
Elaborate on the merits of trust and respect among employees and how it affects employee performance and commitment, as well as the bottom line of the organization. Provide examples of how e-leaders can build trust in followers through technology-mediated interaction. Differentiate skills that are needed by a traditional, on-sit
As a consultant to a leader in a United States corporation, you have been hired to lead a diverse team in the development of a global organization. The organization in planting business operations in Greece, Singapore, Germany, and Iran and will be hiring employees from these diverse nations to work along with staff from the Uni
A noted organization theorist once said, "Pressure for change originates in the environment. Pressure for stability originates within the organization." Do you agree?
Do you think it is possible for an outsider to accurately discern about the underlying cultural values of an organization by analyzing symbols, ceremonies, dress, or other observable aspects of culture in comparison to an insider with several years of work experience? Select a percentage (e.g., 10%, 70%, etc.) and explain your r
Research the Internet and find an article that discusses organizational change. Describe the leadership approaches or theories that you would use if you were responsible for guiding the organization in the article through its changes. Explain your reasons.This is part 6 of a six part assignment. I have worked with you on my assi
In 1-2 pages Determine which leadership approach or theory you studied most closely resembles your own leadership style. Using an example from your own experience, or one in which you are familiar; explain how this leadership approach or theory resembles your style.This is part 2 of a six part assignment. I have worked with you
Research on women in leadership is a relatively recent phenomenon. In the 1970s, researchers began looking at gender differences as they relate to leadership. Research has shown women at a slight disadvantage in male dominated areas, a slight advantage in female dominated areas, and greater use of transformational and contingent
Look through several recent issues of a business magazine (Fortune, BusinessWeek, Fast Company, etc.) and find examples of 2 companies that are using approaches to busting bureaucracy. Explain the techniques that these companies are applying.
Do you believe that technology will eventually enable high-level managers to do their job with little face-to-face communication?
Week 7 Assignment Print Page Authentic Leadership Authentic Leadership measurements focus on areas of self-awareness and personal ethics, among others. Understanding your level of these areas might help you recognize your strengths as an authentic leader. You can then determine how those strengths might be incor
Concept Paper BLUEPRINT HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST DRAFT Below you will find 35 questions that cover the required subject matter of the Concept Paper & Chapter One of the dissertation proposal. 1. Your first exercise is to answer each of these questions with one sentence. Write each answer as a simple declarative senten