Case Study
Identify a TV series or movie you have watched recently, preferably in a business setting. Consider the show and respond to
each of the following prompts.
- Describe the situation of a scene when a character displayed leadership behaviors. Include descriptive words that communicate the environment (sight), relationship, moods, tone of voice, feelings, motives, and so forth.
- Explain the type or types of power observed in the show or movie and how power influences a leader’s behavior.
- Explain how ethics, morals, and values may have influenced the behavior described above. Describe whether the character illustrated good or bad ethical/moral behavior. Explain the ethical or moral dilemma.
- Explain whether the character was motivated to achieve a goal, objective, or task. Was the character intrinsically or extrinsically motivated? Explain.
- Discuss why the character depicted good or bad ethical behavior and what you would recommend to this character if they were a co-worker.
- What leadership style do you identify within the Path-Goal Theory: directive, achievement-oriented, participative, or supportive? Why?
- How can you apply your new knowledge to a current or future situation?
Sample Solution