Lesson Plan 2: Your Why

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What does 'Your "why"' mean in the context of leadership?

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Your underlying reason for doing what you are doing.

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Identifying why you want to be a leader is important because:

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it helps you stay motivated and focused.

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What are some issues that might arise if your motives are unclear?

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Lack of trust from others

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How can rewards-based motives have a negative impact on the way people lead?

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They can lead to short-term thinking and neglect of long-term goals.

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How can responsibility based motives benefit you as a leader as well as the people you’re leading?

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By fostering trust and accountability

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Some of the dominant reasons why people become leaders are: Desire for power and influence, Passion for a cause, Financial gain, Lack of other career options

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Desire for power and influence

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People are mainly driven by: Rewards-based motives, Responsibility-based motives

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Rewards-based motives

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Why is it so important that our motivation to lead is rooted in service to others?

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Because it fosters a sense of community and collaboration.

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For 'Values': What do I value? Options: Family, Career, Wealth, Health

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Family

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For 'Values': What characteristics do I value in myself and appreciate in other people?

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Honesty and integrity