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Leadership
Northouse, 5 th edition
Chapter 10 Authentic Leadership
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Authentic Leadership DescriptionAuthentic Leadership DefinedApproaches to Authentic LeadershipFactors that Influence Authentic
LeadershipHow does Authentic Leadership theorywork?
Overview
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Authentic Leadership Description
Authentic Leadership focuses on whether leadership is genuine
Interest in Authentic Leadership Increasing in recent times due to social
upheavals People longing for trustworthy leaders Identified earlier in transformational
leadership research but not studiedseparately
Needed evidence-based research of construct
Perspective
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Authentic Leadership DefinedIntrapersonal Definition: Leadership based on self-concept and how self-
concept relates to actions (Shamir & Eliam,2005)
Relies on the life-story of the leader Followers need to affirm leaders legitimacy Four Authentic Leadership Characteristics: ALs exhibit genuine leadership. ALs lead from conviction ALs are originals, not copies ALs base their actions on their values
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Authentic Leadership Defined
Developmental Definition: Leadership can be nurtured, and develops over a
lifetime (Avolio & Gardner, 2005) Can be triggered by major life events Leader behavior is grounded in positive psychological
qualities and strong ethicsFour authentic leadership components : Self-awareness Internalized moral perspective Balanced processing Relational transparency
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Authentic Leadership Defined
Interpersonal Definition: Leadership is created by leaders and followers
together (Eagly, 2005)
Leaders need to obtain buy in from followers Intended outcomes achieved only when
followers identify with leaders values
Leaders create change when they adapt theirmessage to followers values
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Practical Approaches to AuthenticLeadership
Robert Terry (1993) Action-centered model
Leaders should strive to do what is right
Two core leadership questions:What is really, really going on?
What are we going to do about it?
Developed Authentic Action Wheel to help leadersframe problemsLocate the problem on the diagnostic wheel
Strategically select an appropriate response to theproblem
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Terrys Authentic Action Wheel
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Practical Approaches to AuthenticLeadership
Bill George (2003, 2007) Leader characteristic model
Leaders have genuine desire to serve others Five characteristics of Authentic Leaders
Understand their purpose
Strong values
Trusting relationships
Self-discipline
Act from the heart (mission)
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The Authentic Leaders Characteristics
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Theoretical Approaches to AuthenticLeadership
Recent research spurred by: - Leadership summit publications (2005)
- Social upheaval and desire for leadership that serves the common good
- Need to explore meaning of authentic leadership and create theoretical framework
- Need to define the construct of authentic leadership
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Definition of Authentic Leadership
A pattern that draws upon and promotesboth positive psychological capacitiesand a positive ethical climate, to foster
greater self-awareness, an internalizedmoral perspective, balanced processingof information, and relationaltransparency on the part of leaders
working with followers, fostering positiveself- development. Walumbwa, Avolio, Gardner, Wernsing & Peterson, 2008
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Basic Model of Authentic Leadership
FOUR COMPONENTS: Self-awareness
Reflecting on ones core values, identity, emotions, motives
Being aware of and trusting your own feelings Internalized moral perspective
Self-regulatory process using internal moral standards toguide behavior
Balanced processing Ability to analyze informational objectively and explore otherpeoples opinions before making a decision
- Relational transparency Being open and honest in presenting ones true self to others
Leadership as a process
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Positive psychological capacities- Confidence
- Hope- Optimism- Resilience
Moral Reasoning Capacities- Deciding right and wrong- Promoting justice, greater good of the
organization or community
Factors that Influence AuthenticLeadership
Antecedent Factors
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Factors that Influence AuthenticLeadership
Critical Life Events
- Positive or negativeAct as a catalyst for changePeople attach insights to their life experiencesWhen people tell life stories they gain clarity aboutwho they areStimulate personal growth
Antecedent Factors
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How does AuthenticLeadership theory work?
StrengthsCriticisms
Application
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How does AL theory work?
AL is a complex, developmental processThe practical approaches are prescriptive:
- Terry (1993) What is truly good for the leader, follower andorganization?- George (2003) 5 characteristics leaders need to be authentic
Theoretical approach describes what
accounts for AL:- Four attributes- Attributes developed over lifetime, often through critical events
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StrengthsFulfills societys expressed need for trustworthyleadership. Fills a void in an uncertain world.
Provides broad guidelines for those who want tobecome authentic leaders. Both practical andtheoretical approaches provide a map.Like transformational and servant leadership, ALhas an explicit moral dimension.
Unlike traits that only some people exhibit,everyone can learn to be more authentic.
Can be measured using an established instrument(ALQ).
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CriticismsThe theory is still in the formative stages, so someconcepts in the practical approaches are not fullydeveloped or substantiated.
The moral component of AL is not fully explained. Its
unclear how higher values such as justice informauthentic leadership.
The rationale for including positive psychologicalcapacities as a part of AL has not been clearly
explained by researchers.The link between authentic leadership and positiveorganizational outcomes is unclear. It is also not clearwhether AL is sufficient to achieve organizational goals.
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ApplicationPeople have the capacity to become authenticleaders. It is a lifelong learning process.
Human Resource departments may be able tofoster authentic leadership behaviors inemployees who move into leadership positions.
Leaders are always trying to do the right thing,
to be honest with themselves and others, and towork for the common good.
Leaders are shaped by critical life events thatlead to growth and greater authenticity.