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An additional theory that could be used to analyze a true leader is adaptability. Another writer notes, "Adaptive leaders learn to live with unpredictability. They spend less time fretting about the inability to establish a routine or control the future and focus more on exploiting opportunities" (Whiffen, 2007). Every organization experiences change, growth, and development. A good leader must be able to adapt to those changes, grow with them, and motivate their team to adapt, as well. The same writer continues, "Once a leader perceives changes in the operating environment, he should identify the 'critical elements of the new situation'" (Whiffen, 2007). This is essential for any organization, no matter the size. Nothing stays static, and new situations are always developing, so leaders must adapt to them, grow, and be open to change.
An example of a successful leader who headed a successful company is Herb Kelleher, the founder of highly successful Southwest Airlines....
What makes him a successful leader? Several factors contribute to his success. He often put employees before other considerations in the business, which built extreme loyalty is his employees. He also remained down-to-earth and approachable to both employees and customers, which endeared him to both and generated goodwill. He was not afraid to have a sense of humor or make unusual decisions, such as arm wrestling a competitor for an advertising slogan, and he helped build a highly successful business (which he credits to his employees). He shares credit, and that makes him more credible in his staff members' eyes, which only generates more goodwill. Kelleher is a perfect example of a successful leader, and others hoping to provide successful leadership would be wise to follow his example.
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Jerabek, S., & Day, D. (2009, November). Traits of leadership. FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin. 78, 20+.
Whiffen, H.H. (2007). Becoming an adaptive leader. Military Review, 87(6), 108+.
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