Leadership Communication
Leadership is a skill for any role—not just managers. Learn how to become a more successful leader, improve communication, make better decisions, manage conflict and build a team.
Leadership is a skill for any role—not just managers. Learn how to become a more successful leader, improve communication, make better decisions, manage conflict and build a team.
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What is Leadership?
Leadership in Organizations
A Leader's Role
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 1.1
A First Look at Leadership Styles
Qualities of a Leader
Importance of Communication
Leadership Communication
Leadership Communication Styles
Lesson Summary
Quiz 1.2
Horror Stories & Success Stories
Effective Leaders & Communication
Lesson Summary
Quiz 1.3
The Vital Organ of Management
The Nature of Managerial Communication
The Importance of Effective Managerial Communication
Effective Communication When Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling
Lesson Review
Lesson Objective
Quiz 1.4
Are All Managers Leaders?
What Is a Manager?
What Is a Leader?
The Manager versus the Leader
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objective
Quiz 1.5
What Is Followership?
Kelley's Four Types of Followers
Pittman, Rosenbach, & Potter
Lesson Summary
Quiz 1.6
Qualities of Effective Leadership
Lesson Summary
Quiz 1.7
Bad Boss Bob
Signs of Ineffective Leadership
Impact of Poor Leadership
Lesson Summary
Quiz 1.8
What Is Ethos?
What Is the Collective Ethos?
Role of Ethos in Persuasion?
Lesson Summary
Quiz 1.9
Spandex, Anyone?
The Communication Process
Can You Hear Me Now?
Effective Communication in Action
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objectives
Quiz 2.1
What Are Communication Channels?
Importance of Communication
Communication Channel Types
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 2.2
Spice is the Variety of Life
Interpersonal Communication
Nonverbal Communication
Written Communication
Oral Communication
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Lesson Objective
Quiz 2.3
Communication Styles
Direct Communication
Which Communication Style Should You Use?
Lesson Summary
Key Terms
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 2.4
Interpersonal Communication
Symmetrical Communication
Complementary Communication
Lesson Summary
Lesson at a Glance
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 2.5
Gendered Communication
Stereotypes and Research
Theories
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 2.6
Understanding Context
Assertiveness & Responsiveness
Identifying Your Style
Knowing Your Audience
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Quiz 2.7
Effective Communication
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 2.8
Message Attitude
Positive vs. Negative
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 2.9
Storytelling to Set the Tone
Storytelling and Leadership
Lesson Summary
Quiz 2.10
What Is an Effective Presentation?
Use Visual Aids
Tailoring the Presentation to the Audience
Determine the Best Media
Lesson Summary
Quiz 3.1
Vocal Traits in Speech Delivery
Pronunciation Matters
Articulation Is an Art
Distinguishing Dialect
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 3.2
What is Persuasion?
The Rational Model
When Facts Aren't Enough
Cognitive Dissonance
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Quick Notes
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 3.3
What Is an Impromptu Persuasive Speech?
Monroe's Motivated Sequence
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 3.4
What Is an Impromptu Informative Speech?
Preparing for the Speech
Think About the Topic
What Style to Use
A Short Outline Helps
Focus on the Beginning and End
Relax and Breathe
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 3.5
Types of Written Communication
Structuring Written Communication
Writing Process
Lesson Summary
Quiz 3.6
Writing a Business Report
Parts of a Business Report
Informational Reports
Analytical Reports
The Writing Process
Lesson Summary
Business Reports Review
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 3.7
E-Communication in the Workplace
Social Media Platforms
Communicating Via Social Media
Legal Issues
Lesson Summary
Quiz 3.8
Classical Theories of Management
Behavioral Theory of Management
The Hawthorne Experiments
Business Communication Today
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Quiz 4.1
Classical Leadership Theories
Lesson Summary
Quiz 4.2
Situational Leadership Defined
Styles of Situational Leadership
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 4.3
Definition
Theory
Example
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 4.4
Fiedler's Theory
Leadership Style
Three Dimensions of Situational Favorableness
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 4.5
The Path to Goal Achievement
Path-Goal Leadership Styles
Achievement-Oriented Leadership
Directive Leadership
Participative Leadership
Supportive Leadership
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 4.6
What We See
Attribution Theory Explained
Internal and External Views
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 4.7
Different Leadership Theories
Trait Theory
Behavioral Theory
Comparing These Theories
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 4.8
Action-Centered Leadership Theory
Achieve the Task
Build the Team
Develop the Individual
Lesson Summary
Quiz 4.9
Blending of Roles
The Part of the Theory
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 4.10
Defining New Leadership Theory
Transformational Leadership
Charismatic Leadership
Traditional vs. New
Lesson Summary
Quiz 4.11
Leadership Philosophies
Other Leadership Approaches
The Best Leadership Philosophy
Lesson Summary
Quiz 5.1
Leadership Orientation
Task-Oriented leaders
People-Oriented leaders
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objectives
Quiz 5.2
Control Freaks
The Authoritarian or Autocratic Leader
The Benefits of the Authoritarian or Autocratic Leader
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objective
Quiz 5.3
What Is Participatory Leadership?
Types of Participation
Underlying Principles
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 5.4
Directive Leadership Style
The Path-Goal Theory
Successful Use of Directive Leadership
Unsuccessful Use of Directive Leadership
Lesson Summary
Lesson at a Glance
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 5.5
More than Meets the Eye
The Transformational Leader
Follow the Transformational Leader
Transformational Leaders in Today's Workplace
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Lesson Objectives
Quiz 5.6
What is Charisma?
The Charismatic Leader
The Ugly Side of Charisma
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objectives
Quiz 5.7
The Situational Leader
Situational Leadership Defined
Situational Leader Example
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objective
Quiz 5.8
Philanthropy Isn't Dead
To Serve is to Lead
Show Me the Servant
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Lesson Objectives
Quiz 5.9
Actions and Reactions
The Transactional Leader
TaKesha the Transactional Leader
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Lesson Objectives
Quiz 5.10
By The Book
The Bureaucratic Leader
Bureaucratic Leadership in Organizations
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objectives
Quiz 5.11
Parlez-vous français?
Laissez-faire Leadership
Leon the Laissez-faire Leader
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objective
Quiz 5.12
Stereotypes
Leadership Stereotypes
Truth of Leadership Style
Lesson Summary
Quiz 5.13
Views of Different Management
Comparing and Contrasting These Elements
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 6.1
Power Defined
Personal Power
Multiple Bases of Power
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Learning Outcome
Quiz 6.2
Referent Power in Leadership
Definition of Referent Power
Examples of Referent Power
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 6.3
Definition and Key Concepts
Example
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 6.4
Definition of Expert Power
Example
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 6.5
Definition of Coercive Power
Disadvantages
Examples of Coercive Power
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 6.6
Definition of Legitimate Power
Advantages and Disadvantages of Legitimate Power
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 6.7
Definition of Employee Empowerment
Theoretical Approaches to Empowerment
Advantages to Employee Empowerment
Disadvantages to Employee Empowerment
Example of Employee Empowerment
Lesson Summary
Key Terms
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 6.8
What Is Empowerment?
How to Empower Employees
Results of Empowerment
Challenges of Empowerment:
Lesson Summary
Quiz 6.9
Displaying Power
The Words Themselves
Speaking
Nonverbal Communication
Importance of Listening
Lesson Summary
Quiz 6.10
Not Just for Politicians
Two Types of Behavior
Causes and Consequences
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Learning Outcome
Quiz 6.11
Work Teams
Team Types
Benefits of Teams
Analysis of Work Teams
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 7.1
Team Leader
Roles
Responsibilities
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Learning Outcome
Quiz 7.2
Why Team Performance Should Be Measured
How to Measure Team Performance
Determining if a Goal Has Been Met
Communicating Performance Measures
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Quiz 7.3
Why Goals Matter in Organizations & Teams
Making Goal Setting a Partnership
Setting Smart Team Objectives and Goals
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 7.4
Team Projects
Why Strengths Matter
Team Selection Process
Preexisting Teams
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Team Building: Quick Overview
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 7.5
The Importance of Delegation
The Benefits of Delegation
The Delegation Process
Lesson Summary
Lesson at a Glance
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 7.6
Groups Are the Sum of Their Parts
Role Perception, Expectations and Conflict
Roles Are Situational
Three General Categories of Roles
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcome
Quiz 7.7
Conflict in Teams
Where Conflict Comes From
People Conflict
Task Conflict
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 7.8
Group Cohesion
The Importance of Team Building
How Team Building Works
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 7.9
Group Communication and Its Factors
Group History and Cohesiveness
Context
Degree of Shared Purpose and Goals
External Environment and Individual Members
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Quiz 7.10
Ineffective Group Communication
Factors
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 7.11
Appointed vs. Emergent Leadership
Theories of Emergent Leadership
Lesson Summary
Quiz 7.12
Communication for Virtual Teams
Determining the Needs of the Team
Utilizing the Proper Tools
Lesson Summary
Quiz 7.13
Organizational Communication
Formal Communication Channels
Informal Communication Channels
Lesson Summary
Lesson Objectives
Quiz 8.1
Internal Communication Defined
Examples of Internal Communication
Lesson Summary
Types of Internal Communication
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 8.2
Definition of External Communication
Channels of Communication
Strategies of External Communication
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 8.3
Horizontal Communication: Definition
Advantages
Disadvantages
Examples
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 8.4
Downward Communication
Advantages
Disadvantages
Example
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 8.5
What Is Upward Communication?
Advantages of Upward Communication
Disadvantages of Upward Communication
Examples of Upward Communication
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 8.6
Communication Problems
Formal Communication Networks
Informal Networks
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 8.7
Understanding Organizational Culture
Defining Organizational Culture
Characteristics of Organizational Culture
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 9.1
The Functions of Organizational Culture
What Is Organizational Culture?
What Does Organizational Culture Do?
Lesson Review
Learning Outcome
Quiz 9.2
What Is Organizational Culture?
Leadership and Culture
How Organizational Culture Is Created
Lesson Summary
Quiz 9.3
Definition
Key Concepts
Example
Lesson Summary
Key Terms
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 9.4
Pygmalion and Galatea
What Is the Galatea Effect?
Communication
Lesson Summary
Quiz 9.5
Importance
Job Descriptions
Reviews
Ongoing Feedback
Lesson Summary
Quiz 9.6
What Is National Culture?
Aspects of National Culture
Transporting Business Culture
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 9.7
Definition and Conceptual Framework
Ethical Implications
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 10.1
Ethics
Trustworthiness
Respect & Responsibility
Fairness
Caring & Citizenship
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Quiz 10.2
Ethical Behavior
Individual Factors
Social Factors
Situational Opportunities
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 10.3
Ethical Problems
Lack of Integrity
Organizational Problems
Conflict of Interest
Misleading Advertising
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 10.4
Ethical Safeguard
Ethical Policies
Ethics Training Programs
Ethics Reporting
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 10.5
Ethics in Interpersonal Communication
Interpersonal Responsibility
Positive Communication
Lesson Summary
Lesson at a Glance
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 10.6
Ethical Decision-Making Defined
Identification of Ethical Dimensions
Collection of Relevant Information
Evaluation According to Ethical Standards
Consideration of Alternatives
Make a Decision
Implement Decision
Review and Modify if Necessary
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 10.7
Ethical Climate
Instrumental
Caring
Law and Order
Rules
Independence
Ethical Improvements
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 10.8
Ethical Behavior
Managing Ethical Behavior
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 10.9
Definition of Workforce Diversity
Issues and Challenges
Lesson Summary
Workforce Diversity: Key Terms
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 11.1
Cultural Diversity Definition
Cultural Diversity Trends and Examples
Implementing Cultural Diversity
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 11.2
The Global Business Environment
Becoming a Global Leader
Lesson Summary
Quiz 11.3
Introduction
Modern-Day Gender Diversity Facts
A Sobering Example
Closing the Gap
Lesson Summary
Quiz 11.4
A Diverse World
Why Train for Diversity
What Works
How It Helps
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 11.5
Diversity
What to Communicate
How to Communicate
Lesson Summary
Quiz 11.6
Cross-Cultural Communication
High- vs. Low-Context Culture
Nonverbal Differences
Language Differences
Power Distance
Cross-Cultural Strategies
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 11.7
Listening & Stereotypes
Nature vs. Nurture
Listening Styles
Low Context vs. High Context
Monochronic vs. Polychronic
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Information At A Glance
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 11.8
What Is a Diverse Workforce?
Leadership Challenges
Leading a Diverse Workforce
Lesson Summary
Quiz 11.9
What Is a Diversity Program?
Developing a Diversity Program
Benefits of a Diversity Program
Lesson Summary
Quiz 11.10
Interpersonal Skills
Verbal Communication
Non-Verbal Communication
Listening Skills
Negotiation
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Assertiveness
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcome
Quiz 12.1
What Are Interpersonal Skills?
Importance of Interpersonal Skills
How to Improve Interpersonal Skills
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Quiz 12.2
Effective Listening
Effective Listening Techniques
Barriers
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 12.3
Personality Comparison
Personality Traits vs. Disorders
State vs. Trait
What Shapes Personality?
Lesson Summary
Quiz 12.4
Personality and Observable Traits
Openness to Experience
Conscientiousness
Extraversion
Agreeableness
Neuroticism
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Learning Outcomes
Quiz 12.5
Purpose of Emotions
Purpose and Function: Positive Emotions
Purpose and Function: Negative Emotions
Lesson Summary
Learning Outcomes
Quiz 12.6
Defining Emotional Intelligence
Levels of Emotional Intelligence
Can EI Be Learned?
Lesson Summary
Quiz 12.7
Emotional Intelligence Definition
Elements of Emotional Intelligence
How EI Makes a Leader Great
How to Make a Good Leader
Lesson Summary
Quiz 12.8
Final Exam
Exam instructions