THE KIND OF LEADER WANTED

Submitted by: Group 11 Rahul Sachdeva Sreehari Neha Aggarwal Hitesh Baheti Rahul B Abhishek Kumar Rahul Agarwal

The Kind of Leader Wanted Exercise

Aim: The exercise is aimed to categorize and classify the characteristics of various profiles in an organization so that Top level management can take a prudent decision during recruitments. This classification will also help top management to develop leaders at every level in the organization by giving due consideration to every individuals strengths and weaknesses Learnings: On attempting this exercise, we were able to analyze each others strengths and weaknesses and also could formulate a list of characteristics which we need to inculcate to perform in our future job profiles

Question 1:
In the light of the attributes and qualifications listed under Essential, Desirable and Not necessary, make a consolidated list of the competencies you would like the members of your organization to develop.

Junior Level
Essential Desirable Not Necessary Age-minimum, maximum Communication Skills written, oral Educational Qualification * * * *

Middle level Manager

Essential Desirable Not Necessary * * *

Senior level Manager

Essential Desirable Not Necessary *

Personal Characterisitcs
Physical features and Health Family Background Managerial Style MultiDisciplinary expertise Past Experience Track Record Contibution as an Office Bearer Relationships Result Orientation V/s Procedure Orientation RO

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* * * * * RO & PO

* * * * * RO & PO

Social Contacts, experience in general public Contibution to the Society Special Interests * *

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Question 2:
What according to you are they key developmental needs of the members at the senior, middle and junior level in your department and what specific steps are required to meet those needs?

Senior Management Visionary Accessible Decision taker Risk Taker Open Minded Extrovert Motivatior Rational Role Model High EI + SI

Middle Management Creative Innovative Accessible Open Minded Extrovert Motivator Rational Inspiring High EI + SI

Junior Level Creative Innovative Strive for Excellence Open Minded

Question 3:
Can you identify the contributions of the people at your level in the development of leadership potential of their direct juniors or members in the department?

 They should give enough liberty to their subordinates to think on their own, to innovate and develop goal orientation. They should encourage subordinates to take ownership of tasks, develop accountability and potential for taking initiatives. They should not act as managers but as leaders; instead of assigning tasks, they should facilitate them in their endeavors.

Question 4:
Are there any apprehensions among the members of the department in giving opportunities to the youngsters to take charge of critical jobs? What are they? How do you think those apprehensions can be overcome

Yes we believe there are apprehensions among the members of the department in giving opportunities to the youngsters to take charge of critical jobs The apprehensions: 1) Risk Averse 2) Lack of Confidence 3) Lack of conviction to justify his actions 4) Jealousy 5) Destructive Internal Competition The apprehensions can be overcome as follows: 1) Instill values in employee so that they follow values and mission of the company. 2) Build Confidence 3) Healthy Work Ethics / Environment 4) Promote result orientation