How does a leader see himself or herself? What does he or she perceive about his or her leadership and leadership abilities? The first part of this work briefly discusses different aspects of leaders’ cognisance on leadership in general and their own leadership abilities. Afterwards the author considers three motivations that most directly influence a leader’s behaviour, discussing the goals behind them, the resulting behaviour and its influence on the leadership style. The final part of this work starts with brief explanations of Emotional Intelligence in leadership and some of the more common models of the leadership process. From these, a model of Integrated Emotional Intelligence (IEI) in the leadership process is developed. Considering the elements of this model, the effects of Emotional Intelligence on leader behaviour and leader communication are explained.
The cognisance of leaders on leadership is much influenced by their perception on their own leadership abilities and their motivations. These, however, may turn out to be quite complex and lacking the consideration of the followers’ abilities and motivations. Emotional Intelligence in leadership is one concept to enhance leaders’ cognisance in this respect.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Leaders' Cognisance on Leadership
- What Leaders Perceive About Leadership
- What Leaders Perceive About Their Own Leadership Abilities
- Aspects of Leaders' Particular Focus
- Conclusions
- Leaders' Motivations
- Individual Reputation
- Individual Profit
- Longing for Future Security
- Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the interplay between leaders' self-perception, motivations, and the application of emotional intelligence in leadership. It examines how leaders' understanding of their own abilities and their driving forces shape their actions and leadership styles. The essay also proposes a model of Integrated Emotional Intelligence (IEI) and analyzes its impact on leader behavior and communication.
- Leaders' self-perception of their leadership abilities and its influence on their actions.
- The role of various motivations (e.g., reputation, profit, security) in shaping leadership styles.
- The importance of emotional intelligence in enhancing leaders' awareness and effectiveness.
- A proposed model of Integrated Emotional Intelligence (IEI) in leadership.
- The effects of emotional intelligence on leader behavior and communication.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage by highlighting the diverse and often contested nature of leadership. It establishes the central theme of the essay: examining the interplay between a leader's self-perception, motivations, and the application of emotional intelligence. The chapter contrasts different views on leadership – some innate, some learned; some willingly followed, some reluctantly – ultimately leading to a focus on how a leader views themselves and their capabilities.
Leaders' Cognisance on Leadership: This chapter delves into how leaders perceive leadership in general and their own leadership abilities specifically. It explores the discrepancies between perceived and actual reality in leadership perception. The chapter analyzes different aspects of leadership perception, including the inclusion of others, solution-oriented thinking, and maintaining focus. It further examines how various leadership styles (visionary, coaching, affiliative, democratic) relate to leaders' self-perceived abilities. The chapter concludes by illustrating how a leader's focus on specific aspects like crisis management or ethical behavior can be influenced by and, in turn, influence their understanding of leadership.
Leaders' Motivations: This chapter focuses on the motivations driving leaders' behavior. It examines three key motivations: the desire for individual reputation, personal profit, and a longing for future security. The chapter analyzes how each of these motivations influences leadership styles, suggesting that a desire for reputation might lead to autocratic or charismatic leadership, while other motivations could lead to different approaches. The subjective nature of these interpretations and the influence of personality on these motivations are also emphasized.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Leadership, self-perception, motivation, emotional intelligence, leadership styles, integrated emotional intelligence (IEI), crisis management, ethical leadership, team building, reputation, profit, security.
Frequently Asked Questions: Leadership, Self-Perception, and Emotional Intelligence
What is the main topic of this text?
This text explores the complex relationship between leaders' self-perception, their motivations, and their application of emotional intelligence in leadership. It examines how a leader's understanding of their own abilities and their driving forces shape their leadership style and actions. A key element is the introduction and analysis of a proposed model of Integrated Emotional Intelligence (IEI).
What are the key themes explored in this essay?
The essay focuses on several key themes: leaders' self-perception of their leadership abilities and its impact on their behavior; the role of different motivations (reputation, profit, security) in shaping leadership styles; the significance of emotional intelligence in improving leadership effectiveness; a proposed model of Integrated Emotional Intelligence (IEI) and its effects on leader behavior and communication.
What aspects of leaders' self-perception are examined?
The text investigates how leaders perceive leadership in general and their own abilities specifically. It analyzes the potential discrepancies between perceived and actual leadership capabilities and explores how various leadership styles (visionary, coaching, affiliative, democratic) relate to self-perceived abilities. The impact of a leader's focus on specific areas (crisis management, ethical behavior) on their overall self-perception of leadership is also considered.
What are the key motivations of leaders discussed in the essay?
The essay identifies three primary motivations: the desire for individual reputation, the pursuit of personal profit, and the longing for future security. It analyzes how each motivation influences leadership styles and acknowledges the subjective nature of these interpretations and the role of personality in shaping these motivations.
What is Integrated Emotional Intelligence (IEI), and how is it relevant?
The essay proposes a model of Integrated Emotional Intelligence (IEI) and analyzes its impact on leader behavior and communication. While the specific details of the model aren't fully elaborated in this preview, it's presented as a crucial element connecting emotional intelligence to effective leadership.
What are the chapter summaries provided in the preview?
The preview includes summaries for the Introduction, Leaders' Cognisance on Leadership, and Leaders' Motivations chapters. The Introduction sets the stage, discussing diverse perspectives on leadership and establishing the central theme. The second chapter delves into leaders' perceptions of themselves and leadership in general, while the third chapter focuses on the motivations driving leaders' actions.
What are the keywords associated with this text?
The keywords include: Leadership, self-perception, motivation, emotional intelligence, leadership styles, integrated emotional intelligence (IEI), crisis management, ethical leadership, team building, reputation, profit, security.
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- Heiko Filthuth (Author), 2019, Cognisance, Motivation, and Emotional Intelligence in Leadership, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/541346
