| THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF MALCOLM X Hartwick Classic Leadership Cases Purpose: To examine the life and leadership style of Malcolm X and further understand the roles and qualities of leaders. Facts: The Autobiography: * Written in collaboration with Alex Haley from 1963 to 1965 * Significance – self-portrayal The Early Life: * Growing up in Michigan during segregation * Harlem and introduction to Islam * Separation from the Nation of Islam and creation of Muslim Mosque, Inc. Important Lessons: * Leadership qualities can be acquired and developed * Speaking in terms people understand * Ability to relate to the audience * Ability to adopt * Crisis management Analysis: Wal-Mart: Will It Take Over The World? * Sam Walton - one of the most successful recent leaders in corporate America * Founder of Wal-Mart store * Faced many challenges in obtaining his business aspirations Sam Walton focuses on his employees and customers * Motivate- Inspire -Believe * Show respect and greet every customer Leadership Qualities * Charisma * Persuasiveness * Business Genius Conclusion: * Charisma and Power * Conflict Management * McClelland’s Socially Acquired Needs * Stages of Intellectual and Ethical Development * Management of Diversity in Organizations |