Discussion week 4

Initial Post, 14 points
Part 1
Which followership model do you prefer? Explain why.

Describe how you have seen the four or five different follower types at work or other settings.
How do Rath and Conchie’s four follower needs relate to follower types?
Quote/paraphrase and cite specifics from the readings.

Part 2
Comment on the Dan Pink videos.

How would Dan Pink’s ideas, in particular, the three areas of motivation, help move you towards the ideal type of follower?
Quote/paraphrase and cite specifics from the videos.

Part 3
Comment on the Simon Sinek video.

How would Simon Sinek’s ideas, in particular, Golden Circle, help move you towards the ideal type of follower?
Quote/paraphrase and cite specifics from the video.

Part 4
Provide a Biblical perspective from the assigned passages this week.
600 words.
Due by Saturday at midnight 

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Read The Text:

Read the following Bible passages. Think about how this affects you as a follower, team member, and leader. What advice does Paul give to Titus as he embarks on leading the church in Crete?

Titus 1-3

Read Pages 79-95 of – Rath & Conchie’s (2008) Strength Based Leadership

Review These Resources:

Module 4 Lesson with Notes

Read the following articles about followership. Become familiar with the five followership models: Adair, Chaleff, Kellerman, Kelley, and Zaleznik’s. Consider which model you like the best. Think about the different follower types you have encountered, how you have been as a follower, and what type of follower you aspire to become. 

Coggins, E. (2013). 3 Top Models of Courageous Followership.
Kellerman, B. (2007). What every leader needs to know about followers. Harvard Business Review 85(12), p. 84-91.
Kelley, R. E. (1988). In Praise of Followers. Harvard Business Review 66(6), 142-4. 
Zaleznik, A. (1965). The Dynamics of Subordinacy. Harvard Business Review, 43(3), 119-31.