LEADERS OF TOMORROW By Dr. Prabath Karunanayake MBBS, MBA(HRM), MSc(BusPsych), PGDip(Psych), PGDip(OH&S) Director HR, China Harbour Engineering Company Lead Consultant, Prabath Karunanayake Associates Visiting Lecture, Universities of Colombo, Moratuwa, Peradenia and Ruhuna Why am I here? 1. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Life is a challenge!
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What are the challenges you are facing at this moment of time 1. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1
Success is an attitude …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. The leadership challenge …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
What IS leadership?
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What leadership IS NOT? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… Always, always think out of the box …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Solve the equations
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Connect the dots
Plant the trees
Make deposits into the Emotional Bank Accounts …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Keep promises to others
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Do small acts of kindness
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Be honest, be loyal
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Listen more
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Connect with others
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Learn to say …
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Who am I? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Who will I be? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Together Everyone Achieve More …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. The Mental Challenge
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The Creative Challenge
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The Physical Challenge
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Be the best you can be …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Mental barriers
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Social barriers
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What barriers are holding me back? Barrier
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What will I do differently after this programme? Self
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Home and family
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Health and exercise
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Religion and spirituality
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MY LEARNING STYLE Read each of the following statements and rank them in terms of their usefulness to you as learning approaches . Base your ratings on your personal experiences and preferences , using the following scale : 1 2 3 4 5 No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
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Studying alone Studying pictures and diagrams to understand complex ideas Listening to class lectures Performing a process myself rather than reading or hearing about it Learning a complex procedure by reading written directions Watching and listening to films , computer or video presentations Listening to a book or lecture on tape Doing lab work Studying teachers’ hand-outs and lecture notes Studying in a quiet room Taking part in group discussions Taking part in hands-on classroom demonstrations Taking notes and studying them later Creating flash cards and using them as a study and review tool Memorizing and recalling how words are spelling by saying them ‘out aloud’ in my mind Writing key facts and important points as a tool for remembering them Recalling how to spell a word by spelling it in my head Underlining and highlighting important facts or passages in my reading Saying things out loud when I am studying Recalling how to spell a word by ‘writing’ it invisibly in the air or on a surface
Scoring To find your primary learning style , disregard your 1 , 2 and 3 ratings . Add up your 4 and 5 ratings for each learning style ( i.e. ‘4’ equals 4 points and ‘5’ equals 5 points ) . Use the following chart to link the statements to the learning style and to write down your summed ratings : Learning style
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Visual / verbal Visual / non-verbal Auditory Kinesthetic
1, 5, 9, 13 and 17 2, 6, 10, 14 and 18 3, 7, 11, 15 and 19 4, 8, 12, 16 and 20
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My preferred learning style is ………………………………..
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MY THINKING STYLE Read each of the following statements and select the best answer which best describes you at this present time . When you read a statement , select the first response that seems right , without trying to find the perfect answer . No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
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I keep a journal / diary I believe there is a right and wrong way to do everything I hate following directions I find that sticking to a schedule is boring I’d rather draw someone a map than tell them how to get somewhere If lost something , I’d try to remember where I saw it last If I had to assemble something , I’d read the instructions first I’m often late getting places Setting goals for myself helps keep me from slacking off If a have a tough decision to make , I write down the pros and cons If I have a problem , I try to work it out by relating it to one I’ve had in the past When I talk , I gesture a lot If someone asks me a question , I turn my head to the right I believe there are two sides to every story I can tell if someone is guilty just be looking at them I keep a ‘to do’ list I feel comfortable expressing myself with words Before I take a stand on an issue , I get all the facts I lose track of time easily When I’m confused , I usually go with my gut instinct
Scoring To find whether you are left or right dominant , add up the statements that you have marked ‘yes’ under the two headings : Thinking style Statements
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1, 2, 6, 7, 9, 10, 13, 16, 17 and 18 3, 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 19 and 20
Whichever number is higher represents your brain dominance . If the numbers are close ( i.e. difference of 1 – 2 ) , that means you use both sides of your brain equally . My brain dominance is ……………………
MY ACTING STYLE Read each of the following statements and put a tick (3) against any of the questions that you identify with , or a cross (2) against any that you do not identify with . If you feel that the statement does not apply to you one way or the other , leave it blank . You should end up with a minimum of 8 – 10 responses . No 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Question Time your work and plan everything logically Rarely feel enthusiastic about an idea until you are comfortable with it Act on impulse and plunge into things without thinking them through Think about the theory and systems behind the action Prefer to work on your own Tend to listen to discussions or read about ideas first before jumping in with your views Plan and prioritize projects realistically Approach new ideas and challenges with enthusiasm , then get bored with them Research as many sources of information as possible before doing anything Put theory and ideas into practice Articulate your thoughts and talk things through with people Try to do things properly Revise and redraft your work often before you get to the finished product Achieve results through enthusiasm and quick thinking rather than through planning Pose the questions - ‘Does it work?’ or ‘How does it work?’ in working situations Test , check and question your own and other people’s ideas and work until you are sure that it is right Avoid detailed , methodical work and paperwork if at al possible Put your point straight away , without beating around the bush Really enjoy doing a job thoroughly and well Respect and listen to other people’s ideas
Scoring The first letter of each statement indicates the > Statements beginning with A represent > Statements beginning with R represent > Statements beginning with T represent > Statements beginning with P represent
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acting style represented by that behaviour : ACTIVIST behaviour REFLECTOR behaviour THEORIST behaviour PRAGMATIST behaviour
Write down the number of questions you ticked or crossed beginning with :
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Highest number of ticks indicates your strongest acting style and the highest number of crosses indicates your weakest style . My strongest acting style is ……………………… My weakest acting style is ……………………….
MY CAREER PERSONALITY
Check all of the statements that describe you most of the time. REALISTIC (R) Are you: __ practical __ athletic __ straightforward __ mechanically inclined __ a nature lover __ curious about the physical world?
Can you: __ fix electrical things __ solve mechanical problems __ pitch a tent __ play a sport __ read a blueprint __ operate tools and machinery?
Do you like to: __ tinker with machines __ work outdoors __ be physically active __ work with your hands __ build things __ work on cars? TOTAL _____
INVESTIGATIVE (I) Are you: __ inquisitive __ analytical __ scientific __ observant __ logical __ precise?
Can you: __ think abstractly __ solve math problems __ understand physics theories __ do complex calculations __ use a microscope __ interpret formulas?
Do you like to: __ explore ideas __ use computers __ work independently __ perform lab experiments __ read scientific or technical magazines __ analyze data? TOTAL _____
ARTISTIC (A) Are you: __ creative __ intuitive __ imaginative __ innovative __ sensitive __ an individualist?
Can you: __ sketch, draw, paint __ use intuition __ play a musical instrument __ write stories, poetry, music __ develop new ideas, approaches __ design fashions or interiors?
Do you like to: __ solve problems in original ways __ read fiction, plays, poetry __ use verbal abilities to speak, act, entertain __ take photographs __ use visualization abilities __ express yourself creatively? TOTAL _____
SOCIAL (S) Are you: __ friendly __ helpful __ idealistic __ insightful about people __ outgoing with others __ understanding?
Can you: __ teach or train others __ express your feelings clearly __ lead a group discussion __ mediate disputes __ cooperate well with others __ work well in groups or teams?
Do You Like To: __ use social and interpersonal skills __ help people with their problems __ lead groups __ use communication skills __ teach or train others __ provide support, empathy? TOTAL _____ 1
ENTERPRISING (E) Are you: __ self-confident __ assertive __ sociable __ persuasive __ enthusiastic __ energetic?
Can you: __ initiate projects __ convince people to do things your way __ sell things or promote ideas __ give talks or speeches __ organize activities and events __ lead a group?
Do You Like To: __ make decisions affecting others __ use energy or drive __ give speeches or talks __ use skills in argument or debate __ take risks __ organize and lead others? TOTAL _____
CONVENTIONAL (C) Are you: __ well-organized __ accurate with details and numbers __ interested in number crunching __ methodical __ conscientious about facts __ efficient?
Can you: __ work well within an authority system or organization __ write reports __ keep accurate records __ use a computer terminal __ perform calculations __ gather, organize and report data?
Do You Like To: __ follow defined procedures __ make charts, tables and graphs __ work with numbers __ type or do word processing __ classify and organize information __ be responsible for details? TOTAL _____
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