Write an essay

Instructions: You are required to answer the following questions. You should save your answers in a Word document for submission. Please do not repeat the questions on your answer sheet. Instead, please list the answers numerically/sequentially by simply utilizing 1, 2, 3, and 4. Each assignment must have a cover page listing your name, the name of the assignment, and the date. The cover page does not count towards the word count. For each assignment, you are expected to answer the assigned questions in your own words. Each assignment paper should be at least 1,000-1,500 words. Papers less than the required 1,000-1,500 words will get zero. This does not mean each question requires a 1,000-1,500-word response; rather, the total number of words for answering the questions must total more than 1,000-1,500 words. An exemplary answer demonstrates comprehension through a complete understanding by translating, interpreting and extrapolation as well as full analysis of the basic information into elements by identifying causes and relationships.

Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to expose students to the issues and complexities of applied leadership within the hospitality and tourism industry. Students will be asked to immerse themselves in applied leadership material, reaching out to an industry leader (mentor) to discuss prescribed issues/topics, and reflect on applied leadership topics and discussion.

Assignment –

1. Read the assigned material(s) as outlined on the course syllabus

2. From each reflection assignment:

· Select 2-4 prompts (one prompt from each chapter minimum) and write your response to each in an HTM context,

· Length/Format: 1,000-1,500 words minimum. The expected format is demonstrated below.

· Cite any outside materials or work that is not your own, including the authors of the reading.

Questions/prompts

Below is a list of prompts for reflection. Select 2-4 prompts (minimum one prompt from each chapter) and write your response to each in an HTM context. For each question, ask yourself AND ask your mentor the following:

1. Reflection #1 – Model the Way

· LC – Ch 3-4, p.45-92

· LC - Ch03 – Clarify Values

· Leadership philosophy –

· What values do you demand of yourself?

· What performance criteria do you demand of yourself?

· Leadership Values –

· What values, or enduring beliefs, drive you as a leader?

· Describe the specific dimensions/variables (e.g., trust, expectations, pride, commitment, etc.) that you prescribe to?

· Leadership Consensus -

· How does one build consensus arounds values, principles and standards?

· LC - Ch04 – Set the Example

· Leadership Behavior Example -

· How do you keep your commitments and follow through on your promises? Is this important?

· What are examples of exemplary behavior that leaders should be demonstrating?

· Do you regularly and publicly ask for feedback from others about how your actions affect them?

· EO – Ch 1-2, p.17-64

· EO – Ch01 – Extreme Ownership

· Why is important for leaders to take ownership of their situation, even if their employees make mistakes?

· EO – Ch02 – No Bad Teams, Only Bad Leaders

· What can leaders do to help their team overcome weaknesses?