(EXTRACTION
FROM LEADERSHIP SKILLS at http://www.mindtools.com)
A
Foundation of Good Leadership
Good leadership involves many different attributes. The Four Factor Theory of Leadership is a
classic model that defines four basic dimensions of effective leadership. This conceptual model was developed in 1966 by
Drs. David Bowers and Stanley Seashore.
Support
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defined as
acting in a way that increases feelings of value and self worth in those
around you
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it is important to be supportive as a leader to
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effectively motivate direct reports,
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interact positively with peers and
o
increase organizational morale
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Interaction Facilitation
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gauges how well a
leader encourages members of their team or organization to communicate and
build relationships with one another
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leaders with proficient
in interaction facilitation can predict greater efficiency
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Goal Emphasis
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able to behave in a way
that stimulates excitement and dedication to accomplishing goals from team
members
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also be seen as a
leadership quality where the team wants to be working toward their combined
goals
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Work Facilitation
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leader must also assist
in the actual accomplishment of the goals
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exhibits proficiency in
work facilitation and makes it a priority to assist the team through
efficient planning, resource allocation and operations management
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