University:
University of Alberta
Course:
INT D 135 | Popular Representations of Leadership
Academic year:

2023
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68

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2
Author:

Ciara T.

Discussion Questions From Lecture 2 - Leadership in Literature Question #1: How and to what extent does vision, courage, wisdom, empathy, and resilience expressed in the works of the literary leaders, and why do these values are significant for leaders? Answer: In literature, leaders like Odysseus indicate vision in the creation of great ideas and the selection of proper strategies, courage in confronting mythological beasts, wisdom in dealing with dangerous water and other perils, empathy by the care of his crew and toughness for the long journey back home that lasted for a decade. These attributes are crucial as they make it possible for leaders to mobilize, direct and maintain their supporters even in victory and woe. ___________________________________________________________________________ Question #2: In what ways are and are not Atticus Finch and Katniss Everdeen similar with regards to leadership? Answer: Mustafa opened his eyes after the death of his father Dolphus, another noble character that fights for justice in a society that practices racism through those with lit cigars around the town. Katniss Everdeen from the movie hunger games, defiance makes her a strong and brave women by fighting for the change against the despotic regime. The environments they are in—Atticus in a court and Katniss in a battle field that is district 12 and later on in Hunger Games arena determines how they lead; with Atticus doing it through setting an example and convincing, and Katness through force. ___________________________________________________________________________ Question #3: Exploring the nature of the authoritarian, democratic, transformational and servant leadership on the dynamics of a literary group or a community. Examples taken from the lecture notes should be given. Answer: Autocratic policy as seen in dictatorial societies requires people to submit to the rulers by force, and this tends to suppress creativity and radicalism. Different from such dictatorial rulers like King Arthur encourages cooperation and unity thus the rulers’ decisions are made in consultation with other Round Table Knights. Either, transformation leaders such as Jean Valjean helps to transform your subordinates and improve their character for the better while serving leaders such as Atticus Finch help to serve the society putting their own welfare second while aiming to provide for the welfare of the society. ___________________________________________________________________________ Question #4: What are some common challenges faced by literary leaders, and how do these challenges help in developing their leadership qualities? Answer: The protagonists of the literature books are usually in the position of the leaders, and their experiences include struggle between the right and wrong decisions, personal losses, and even the fight with the opposition of powerful rivals. For instance, as Jean Valjean an ex-convict becomes kind leader he has to change for the better and be trusted by other people. It makes them face their fears, strength and wit, as well as execute tasks that make them develop into better, wiser, and more understanding leaders, who are able to motivate others. ___________________________________________________________________________