• Identify two to three scholarly resources, in addition to this Module’s readings, that evaluate the impact of leadership behaviors in creating healthy work environments.
• Reflect on the leadership behaviors presented in the three resources that you selected for review.
• Reflect on your results of the CliftonStrengths Assessment*, and consider how the results relate to your leadership traits.
Develop and submit a personal leadership philosophy that reflects what you think are characteristics of a good leader. Use the scholarly resources on leadership you selected to support your philosophy statement. Your personal leadership philosophy should include the following:
• A description of your core values.
• A personal mission and vision statement.
• An analysis of your CliftonStrengths Assessment summarizing the results of your profile
• A description of two key behaviors that you wish to strengthen.
• A development plan that explains how you plan to im
Sample Answer
The prompt asks me to perform several tasks culminating in the creation of a Personal Leadership Philosophy. Since I do not have access to the specific Module readings or your personal CliftonStrengths Assessment results, I will address those sections hypothetically and provide the structure and content based on relevant academic research, which you can then adapt using your specific assessment data and readings.
Personal Leadership Philosophy
I. Scholarly Resources on Leadership and Healthy Work Environments
To support a philosophy centered on creating healthy work environments, the following scholarly themes and resources are highly relevant.
Transformational Leadership and Psychological Safety:
Theme: Transformational leadership behaviors—such as idealized influence (role modeling) and inspirational motivation—directly correlate with increased psychological safety in the workplace. Leaders who demonstrate individualized consideration build trust, which is foundational to a non-punitive, healthy environment.
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Sample Resource: Reference 1 (e.g., Journal of Business and Psychology article on transformational leadership, trust, and well-being).
Servant Leadership and Employee Empowerment:
Theme: Servant leadership, characterized by behaviors like listening, empathy, and commitment to the growth of people, fosters a culture of empowerment and reduced burnout. The leader prioritizes the well-being and development of followers.
Sample Resource: Reference 2 (e.g., Leadership Quarterly article on servant leadership and positive organizational citizenship behaviors).
Ethical/Authentic Leadership and Integrity:
Theme: Authentic leadership, rooted in genuine self-knowledge and high ethical standards, creates a clear, predictable, and just work environment. Predictability and fairness are crucial stress-reducers and key components of a healthy culture.
Sample Resource: Reference 3 (e.g., Academy of Management Review article discussing the impact of authentic leadership on ethical climate and integrity).
II. Reflection on Leadership Behaviors
The resources emphasize that healthy work environments are created by leaders who prioritize people and ethics over pure short-term results.
Key Behavior Identified (from References 1 & 2): Individualized Consideration (Transformational/Servant). This means recognizing and catering to the unique developmental needs of each team member, rather than treating the team as a single unit. This prevents burnout and fosters loyalty.