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1. As a result of a quick online search for different training styles, you will find that there are a vast array of so called “Styles” depending on what training area may be involved. You may be giving training in a business/corporate setting, or as a fitness trainer. You may be training a sales team, or an athlete. Or you may be a Military Drill Sergeant/Instructor training new recruits. So they each may carry different titles. In my Army career, leaders where categorized as either: Authoritative, Participative/Democratic, or Delegative/free rein. In Dummies.com, 3 common styles are mentioned. · Communication style · Managerial style · Leadership style And in devi partners, a great article on 5 styles. “There are many training methods but we’ll focus on five common ones for adult learning since that is the most common age demographic for training. You may see them called different names but for our purposes they are:” · Liberal · Behaviorist: (My style) · Education for: Behavior Change. · Focuses on: Competency. · Methods used: Instruction based, skills learning. · Teacher is the: Manager. · Is responsible for: Directing Learning Outcomes. · Progressive · Humanistic · Radical devipartners.com/5-training-styles/ 2. What is your training style? I’ve been often told that I project an authoritative style of training and leadership. That may be the case when I served as a Drill Sergeant, but I consider myself more of a mix of Participative (for all to gain experience) and often Delegative (to foster leadership potential in my Soldiers). · How would you adapt your style to your audience? I adapt by inquiring in advance or gauging what level of knowledge or experience the overall audience has. If the training is just a refresher, then I will most likely deliver a purely informational style instruction, but if it’s something they must actually learn, then I will engage them through participative approach (hands on when possible). If it’s something that needs to be learned in a short time, then I’m all authoritative and crash the lesson as direct as I’m able to them (learning by emersion). · Think of a time where you attended or delivered a training program. Provide a summary of the training you attended or delivered. What was the plan to reach the main objective of the program? Did you or the trainer have a particular style they used to effectively deliver the training? From 2004-2007, I served as an Armor School Drill Sergeant at Fort Knox, KY. The training I/we delivered was that of Basic Combat Training and Armor Technical Training. The plan was to deliver the outlined schedule of training using a standard MOI-Method of Instruction for the scheduled block of instruction. The style overall was absolutely Direct and Authoritative as a group. When learning a specific skill, I would transition to a more approachable, behaviorist style to put the recruits at ease to focus on the task and lessons at hand. 3. I found a really great article on training according to ones learning style. The VARK model teaches you how to recognize different types of learners and how to teach according to these styles. “Different people are more receptive to various learning styles, so build your courses in a way that appeals to them all. In general, the 3 most common learning styles are: Visual, audio, and kinesthetic. Everyone is a little bit of each type, but in most people, one style prevails over the other two. Here are some suggestions for effectively training employees according to their learning style”

A successful business woman was once asked the question, “Have you made any mistakes in your career and if so, what would you have done differently?”  Her response was, “Absolutely! I have made many mistakes during my career; however, I wouldn’t change a thing because those mistakes molded me into the leader that I am today: the leader of a company that generates $14 million dollars in sales each year with only 35 full-time employees.” Leadership does not mean making the right choices 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In fact, one of the indispensable qualities John Maxwell identifies is discernment; it is the ability to recognize both the why and how of our successes and failures.    1. In this week’s discussion forum, research online to identify three significant mistakes in history made by leaders. For example, the day of April 14,1912, the crew of the Titanic ship disregarded repeated warnings of potential icebergs in their path. Even though he was aware of the impending danger, Captain Edward Smith, attended a private dinner party that evening and turned in for the night afterwards leaving his second officer in command. Although reports of this tragedy indicate that there were a multitude of reasons that the Titanic sank, the fact remains that  1,503 passengers and crew members died that night under Captain Smith’s leadership. 2.  For each of your choices, explain what qualities you think the leader lacked that allowed him or her to make the wrong decision(s) and how the outcome could have been different.

Select a 501 (c) healthcare nonprofit organization and write a paper based on the following question:   Before starting to respond to these questions, make sure you have read the Instructions carefully. Responses need to be accurate and thorough. Write in a professional style. References can be more informal; these are intended to demonstrate how you gained the information (e.g. website, a nonprofit’s report, personal call, personal interview, etc.)    Formal name, current location, and year founded, and legal designation (Legal designation is most likely a 501 (c)3; but check to see.)   Mission Statement    Detailed description of major services provided (e.g. education, patient service, advocacy, other types of assistance; make sure it is detailed).    Defined geographic area and population(s) served.    List of Board of Directors (Trustees) and any affiliations giving, e.g. place of work, occupation. (This could take some questioning, or this could be on their website.)    Name of Director, Executive Director, President, or CEO.    Number of Staff (paid)   Estimated Number of Volunteers and explanation about how they are used.    Several paragraphs (maybe even a page) showing evidence of how the nonprofit uses marketing strategies to “get noticed,” build its brand, or “call for action” from intended audience.  You must show that you can identify the major components of marketing, i.e. PR, Advertising, Promotion, and Personal Selling.    Show in numbers and/or percentages a year’s worth of categorical Sources of Revenue AND Expenses or what is often called Functional Allocation. (These are often presented as pie charts in annual reports.)      Detailed description of the major funding (revenue) sources, e.g. state public health grants, Annual 5k Run, Formal Gala, direct mail, special events. Give amount raised for each.  (Most will have about 3 or more; make a judgment on what are the major sources.)   Statement about how efficient you believe the nonprofit is, in spending the donors’ money. (You have to understand the concept of acceptable functional allocation and administrative and fund raising expenses to answer this. Do not make this response up….)    What are the total assets of this nonprofit?    In a given year what were the total revenues and total expenses for that budget year; this is not the same as total assets overall.    List major goals of the organization from any strategic planning. Is there a formal strategic plan? What years does it cover?   Nonprofit Leader’s Interview (This could take a page or two.) *MAKE THIS UP* ·      Person’s name ·      Years working in nonprofits; years with this nonprofit as the head. ·      Why person works for this nonprofit  ·      What are the five most important competencies a leader of a nonprofit health group needs to have? ·      What is most rewarding about leading a nonprofit health group? ·      What are three most challenging issues for nonprofit health groups today?     Make a statement (a few paragraphs) about what was most impressive to you about this nonprofit; be specific.    What was surprising to you about this nonprofit, after conducting this review? This could be positive or a concern or simply something you never expected to learn about this group. Rubric – Anatomy of a Nonprofit Assignment   15%     Background (Formal name, Mission, Major Services, Geographic Area and Population Served)  15%     Marketing Description 25%     Revenue and Expenses Weight  10%     Strategic Plan Description Weight 15%     Interview Description Weight  20%     Impressions Weight

Describe the Apple’s current competitive position. Make sure to use both financial and market-based measures, as well as the perspectives of both internal and external stakeholders (what is being said about the company in the business press and through other legitimate sources?).   Discuss the relevant findings of your Financial Analysis. This analysis should be based on at least three years of data (to identify trends) and include data of the company’s three closest competitors and industry average (for comparison/context). The actual ratios and other analyses should be placed in the appendix at the end of the paper.  What are the implications of your findings for the company?      Identify at least (3) three key competitors of your company (Apple) and explain why each competitor was selected. Complete a Competitive Strength Assessment to include these competitors plus your chosen company, making sure to discuss the implications of your assessment for the issues and decisions that follow.

Executing Projects Topics Covered: ·       Planning to manage stakeholders ·       Analyzing on procuring projects Acquiring and making project staff assignments Reading: Text:  Chapter 7: Executing Projects Internet Resources: ·       Resource levelling tutorial at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAFbfx6B3Yc Project Planning: Project Management Planning & Execution Guide at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTHBMunWD8M

Instructions: Initial Post: Please address the question based on your reading in your textbook. Compose at least one paragraph each (firms, individuals and society) with 4 to 6 sentences.  Original posts should be completed before the assigned deadline for Part 1 of the discussion (1st week). Initial posts made after the due date will lose points for being late. For Part 2 of discussions react to two posts from fellow students. Your responses should be a minimum of 4 sentences each and must either clarify points or suggest additional considerations. A simple ‘I agree’ statement will result in no credit (2nd week). Remember spelling and grammar count! Grading Rubric: To receive full credit you must satisfy the following criteria: 1)   Content:  What/how many social media technologies listed in the text are discussed.  You may augment your text material with Internet sources, however make sure you use the proper APA reference. I recommend each item below be discussed within its own sentence. Specifically how these technologies impact firms Specifically how these technologies impact individuals Specifically how these technologies impact society 2)   Mechanics: Spelling (no errors) Grammar (no errors) Timeliness of original and response posts (posted on time)

Think about a situation you are familiar with in which a leader was very ineffective. This could be a current or former manager, teacher/professor, friend, parent or anyone you know who was put in a Leadership position. This does not necessarily mean this was a bad person, just that they performed poorly as a leader given the situation they were put in. Step 1 – Read the following instructions: For this assignment, answer the following questions after reading above: So for this assignment, think about a situation you are familiar with in which a leader was very ineffective. Then answer the following questions: What sources of power did this leader have? Did the leader have enough power to influence his or her followers? What kinds of behaviors did this leader engage in? Were they appropriate for the situation? Why or why not? From what you know, do you think this leader was a task-oriented leader or a relationship-oriented leader? How favorable was this leader’s situation for leading? What steps did this leader take to motivate his or her followers? Were these steps appropriate or inappropriate? Why? What signs, if any, did this leader show of being a transformational leader? Step 2 – Write a paper Write a one- to two-page paper double spaced that includes your response to the questions listed in step 1.

This is a request for my midterm research topic. my requested topic is going to be on The Elements of Effective leadership. It should explain how important management is to an organization and the qualities needed to be an influence and effective leader not only for employees but also for the success of the organization as a whole. key idea points will focus on -communication -abuse of power -motivating others

Discuss a few of the trends described in the articles; The Future of Work Post Covid 19 and The Top 10 Workplace Trends for 2020? How do you see these trends affecting your ability to launch, change or advance your career? https://www.forbes.com/sites/gilpress/2020/07/15/the-future-of-work-post-covid-19/ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/top-10-workplace-trends-2020-dan-schawbel

Read the case found in the following link and use the case analysis outline provided in the Announcements section to review it. https://www.forbes.com/sites/bizcarson/2019/07/31/brandless-cbd-retail-store-john-rittenhouse-new-ceo/#5aa0b0ee7801  (Links to an external site.) Small Business Management Case Analysis Outline (Please note that this assignment is not a typical essay. Therefore you are expected to make liberal use of headings and subheadings in each section of the analysis.) Introduction/Background Do a general overview of the business’ current operations. Provide background information on the business. SWOT Analysis Present the internal strengths and weaknesses of the business. Present the external opportunities and threats impacting the business. Key Problems/Challenges Outline the issues/problems/challenges facing the business as it attempts to achieve its objectives. Propose Two (2) Alternative Solutions Present two (2) alternative solutions to the issues confronting the business. State the pros and cons of each alternative solution. Choose the better solution and justify your choice. Implementation of Chosen Alternative Demonstrate how you would strategically implement the chosen alternative solution. What steps would you take? When? Who would be responsible? Where?