leadership, leadership styles and recreational leaders
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LEADERSHIP
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Definition of leadership and recreational leader
Major leadership styles or techniques
Qualities of a good recreation leader.
What is leadership?
• Leading people• Influencing people•Commanding people•Guiding people
DEFINITION…
LEADERSHIP - ability to
influence a group towards the
achievement of a vision or set of
goals.
LEADERSHIP STYLES
Autocratic (Authoritarian)
BureaucraticDemocraticCoerciveTransactionalTransformationalLaissez-Faire
LEADERSHIP STYLES
Autocratic (Authoritarian) Manager retains power
(classical approach)
Manager is decision-making authority
Manager does not consult employees for input
Subordinates expected to obey orders without explanations
Motivation provided through structured rewards and punishments
LEADERSHIP STYLESBureaucra
ticManager manages
“by the book¨
Everything must be done according to procedure or policy
If it isn’t covered by the book, the manager refers to the next level above him or her
LEADERSHIP STYLES
Democratic Often referred to as
participative style Keeps employees
informed Shares decision making
and problem solving responsibilities
“Coach” who has the final say, but…
Gathers information from staff members before making decisions
LEADERSHIP STYLES
Coercive Power from a person’s
authority to punish
Most obvious types of power a leader has.
Good leaders use coercive power only as a last resort: In today’s sophisticated
and complex workplace, excessive use of coercive power unleashes unpredictable and destabilizing forces which can ultimately undermine the leader using it. You’re
Fired!
LEADERSHIP STYLES
TransactionalMotivate followers by
appealing to their own self-interest
Motivate by the exchange process.
Focuses on the accomplishment of tasks & good worker relationships in exchange for desirable rewards.
Encourage leader to adapt their style and behavior to meet expectations of followers
LEADERSHIP STYLES
Laissez-FaireAlso known as the
“hands-off¨ styleLittle or no
directionGives followers as
much freedom as possible
All authority or power is given to the followers
Followers must determine goals, make decisions, and resolve problems on their own.
LEADERSHIP STYLES
TransformationalCharismatic and visionary Inspire followers to
transcend their self-interest for the organization
Appeal to followers' ideals and values
Inspire followers to think about problems in new or different ways
Common strategies used to influence followers include vision and framing
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
What is RECREATIO
N? - something people do to relax or have
fun.
- activities done for enjoyment.
DEFINITION…Recreational
Leaders...plan, organize and coordinate recreational, cultural, and athletic activities for people to enjoy in their leisure time.They work in community centres, municipalities, corporations, clubs and other similar public and private institutions.
They are also found in correctional institutes, homes for the elderly and other facilities that recognize the therapeutic aspects of recreation.
Recreational Leaders...
Desirable Qualities of Personality
A robust and healthy physique, physical energy and vitality and a pleasing appearance.Intelligence, mental alertness and fine knowledge.Wholesome temperament and disposition, and well-controlled emotional response.Good character & confidence
Recreational Leaders...
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES
Thorough knowledge of first aid. Good knowledge of recreation theory and practices.Ability to stimulate and hold the interest of the participants.Ability to get along well with others.Creativity and reliability
Recreational Leaders...KNOWLEDGE of...
Common sports, games and recreation activities appropriate for all ages
Rules and techniques of common sports and games
Basic record keeping practices.
Recreational Leaders...SKILLS in...
Planning and organizing program elementsPrioritizing and handling multiple program tasksFollowing oral and written directions Communicating and acting effectively with co-workers, supervisors, users and participants and the general public sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Recreational Leaders...Three Professional
QualificationsGeneral
Education Program
Special Professional Training
Experience and Maturity
THANK YOU!!
“LEADERSHIP IS A VERB, NOT A NOUN. IT IS AN ATTRIBUTE THAT CAN BE DEFINED BY WHAT WE DO AND NOT BY THE ROLE WE ASSUME”
MS. NECEL S. ASILO MAT-PE