Instruction for Paper Requirements from Instructor:
You will be completing a summative paper for this course to assess your understanding and critical application of the language of leadership, thus bridging theory into practice. The paper should be at least 15 pages and not more than 18 pages of developed content and include, at a minimum, the following Level 1 section headings. (Refer to APA 6th, pages 62–63, for additional information regarding APA form and style heading levels.)
My Conclusion from the final paper draft submitted:
This paper explores
Steve Jobs’ charismatic leadership and its profound influence on Apple’s
culture and the broader technology industry. Jobs’ unique approach to
leadership, characterized by his compelling vision and persuasive communication
style, shaped Apple’s innovative trajectory and set a benchmark for leadership
in any sector seeking disruptive change.
Job’s ability to
integrate his personal appeal and unconventional methods into Apple’s management
structure facilitated a cultural shift emphasizing innovation, risk-taking, and
excellence. This approach resulted not only in groundbreaking products like the
iMac, iTunes, iPod, iPhone, and iPad but also in a resilient company culture
that thrives on pushing the boundaries of what is technologically possible.
Moreover, the paper
highlights Job’s leadership, which exemplifies how charismatic authority can
inspire and mobilize a workforce, driving significant advancements and
redefining industry standards. As the business landscape continues to evolve,
leadership lessons remain relevant, highlighting the transformative potential
of integrating personal charisma with a strategic vision to lead and inspire others.
The 10 Resources that were selected to use in the paper are below. The resources had to be within the last five years, 2019 – 2024.
References
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Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg. Cademos de Linguistica e Teorida da
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