Leadership theory

Federal Express Leadership Qualities

FedEx has a system for rating aspiring leaders according to 9 attributes:

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  Charisma
  
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  Individual consideration
  
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  Intellectual stimulation
  
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  Courage
  
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  Dependability
  
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  Flexibility
  
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  Integrity
  
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  Judgement
  
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  Respect for others
  

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4. Lufthansa Leadership Compass

The Lufthansa Leadership Compass sets out a framework for effective leadership that is used by the Lufthansa School of Business in its leadership development education.

It includes the following six key categories, which set out a range of skills and behaviours including:

vision, decisiveness, concern for people, self-reflection and professional know-how:

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  Entrepreneurial leadership
  
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  Breakthrough problem solving
  
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  Winning others
  
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  Leading people
  
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  Attitude and drive
  
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  International business competencies
  

Development Centres based on this framework are used to help “high potential” employees define their current position and determine the next steps for their professional career. This involves a selfassessment exercise, development centre (comprising individual and group exercises) and a post DC process whereby the participant develops an individual development plan with the support and coaching of their superior. It is intended that this process should occur about 1 year before moving into a C grade post.

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