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FollowershipFollowership

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• 2D Model of Follower Behavior

• Characteristics of Effective Followership

• Case Study

• 2D Model of Follower Behavior

• Characteristics of Effective Followership

• Case Study

OverviewOverview

3(Kelley’s Model of Follower Behavior)

Passive

Independent, Critical ThinkingIndependent, Critical Thinking

Active

Dependent, Uncritical ThinkingDependent, Uncritical Thinking

FollowershipFollowership

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Passive

Independent, Critical ThinkingIndependent, Critical Thinking

Active

Dependent, Uncritical ThinkingDependent, Uncritical Thinking

FollowershipFollowership

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• Passive/dependent, uncritical thinking

• Lack initiative

• Do not play an active role

• Simply comply with any order given

SheepSheep

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Passive

Independent, Critical ThinkingIndependent, Critical Thinking

Active

Dependent, Uncritical ThinkingDependent, Uncritical Thinking

FollowershipFollowership

• Active/Dependent, Uncritical Thinking

• Readily Carry Out Orders Uncritically– Dangerous if orders contradict standards– Ex. Person who always says what he thinks

leaders want to hear

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Yes PeopleYes People

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Passive

Independent, Critical ThinkingIndependent, Critical Thinking

Active

Dependent, Uncritical ThinkingDependent, Uncritical Thinking

FollowershipFollowership

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• Right in the middle

• Rarely committed to work/group goals

• Does just enough to get by

• Mediocre performers clogging the arteries of an organization

• Example: “ROAD”

                                                                                   

SurvivorsSurvivors

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Passive

Independent, Critical ThinkingIndependent, Critical Thinking

Active

Dependent, Uncritical ThinkingDependent, Uncritical Thinking

FollowershipFollowership

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• Passive/independent, critical thinking

• Festering wounds in an organization

• Criticize, but never offer constructive support                                         

Alienated FollowersAlienated Followers

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Passive

Independent, Critical ThinkingIndependent, Critical Thinking

Active

Dependent, Uncritical ThinkingDependent, Uncritical Thinking

FollowershipFollowership

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• Active/independent, critical thinking

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• Problem solvers

• Can work with others

• Reflect on goals of the organization

• Not hesitant to bring concerns to leader

Effective FollowersEffective Followers

• Exemplify AF Core Values

• Decision Making

• Communication Skills

• Commitment

• Problem Solving

• Organizational Understanding

• Flexibility

• Competence

• Courage

• Enthusiasm

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CharacteristicsCharacteristics

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• Integrity First

• Service Before Self

• Excellence In All We Do

Exemplify Core ValuesExemplify Core Values

• Sound thought processes

• Achievement through teamwork

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Decision MakingDecision Making

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• Listening ability

• Reading comprehension

• Tactful feedback

Communication SkillsCommunication Skills

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• Displays loyalty

• Fully supportive of the mission and leadership

• Willing to go the “extra mile”

CommitmentCommitment

• Wants to be challenged

• Desires responsibility

Problem SolvingProblem Solving

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• Can see the big picture

• Understands importance of their job

                              

Organizational UnderstandingOrganizational Understanding

• Can adapt and overcome

• Remains calm during new challenges

FlexibilityFlexibility

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• Never stops learning• Actions speak louder than words• Not afraid to share information

CompetenceCompetence

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• Stands up for what’s right

• Knows when to speak

• Knows when to be quiet

CourageCourage

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• Passion and Excitement• Positive Attitude

EnthusiasmEnthusiasm

Case StudyCase Study

Effective FollowershipEffective Followership

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• How to respond to an uncooperative team member?

Employ listening skills and tact to offset negative energy

Case StudyCase Study

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• How to bring in co-workers to help motivate a negative team member?

Employ collaborative, positive persuasion, reinforce his or her value to the team and its

goals

Case StudyCase Study

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• 2D Model of Follower Behavior

• Characteristics of Effective Followership

• Principles of Effective Followership

• Case Study

• 2D Model of Follower Behavior

• Characteristics of Effective Followership

• Principles of Effective Followership

• Case Study

SummarySummary

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““He who cannot be a good follower cannot He who cannot be a good follower cannot

be a good leaderbe a good leader”” Aristotle (384 BC – 322 BC) Aristotle (384 BC – 322 BC)