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Followership. Overview. Kelley’s 2D Model of Follower Behavior Characteristics of Effective Followership. Followership. Independent, Critical Thinking. Alienated Followers. Effective Followers. Survivors. Passive. Active. Sheep. Yes People. Dependent, Uncritical Thinking.
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Overview • Kelley’s 2D Model of Follower Behavior • Characteristics of Effective Followership
Followership Independent, Critical Thinking Alienated Followers Effective Followers Survivors Passive Active Sheep Yes People Dependent, Uncritical Thinking (Kelley’s Model of Follower Behavior)
Followership Independent, Critical Thinking Passive Active Sheep “Passive Follower” Dependent, Uncritical Thinking (Kelley’s Model of Follower Behavior)
Sheep • Passive/dependent, uncritical thinking • Lack initiative • Do not play an active role • Simply comply with any order given
Followership Independent, Critical Thinking Passive Active Yes People “Conformist Follower” Sheep Dependent, Uncritical Thinking (Kelley’s Model of Follower Behavior)
Yes People • Active/Dependent, Uncritical Thinking • Readily Carry Out Orders Uncritically • Dangerous if orders contradict standards • Ex. Person who always says what he thinks leaders want to hear
Followership Independent, Critical Thinking Survivors Passive Active Sheep Yes People Dependent, Uncritical Thinking (Kelley’s Model of Follower Behavior)
Survivors • Right in the middle • Rarely committed to work/group goals • Does just enough to get by • Mediocre performers clogging the arteries of an organization • Example: “ROAD”
Followership Independent, Critical Thinking Alienated Followers Survivors Passive Active Sheep Yes People Dependent, Uncritical Thinking (Kelley’s Model of Follower Behavior)
Alienated Followers • Passive/independent, critical thinking • Festering wounds in an organization • Criticize, but never offer constructive support
Followership Independent, Critical Thinking Alienated Followers Effective Followers Survivors Passive Active Sheep Yes People Dependent, Uncritical Thinking (Kelley’s Model of Follower Behavior)
Effective Followers • Active/independent, critical thinking • Problem solvers • Can work with others • Reflect on goals of the organization • Not hesitant to bring concerns to leader
Characteristics • Exemplify AF Core Values • Decision Making • Communication Skills • Commitment • Problem Solving • Organizational Understanding • Flexibility • Competence • Courage • Enthusiasm
Exemplify Core Values • Integrity First • Service Before Self • Excellence In All We Do
Decision Making • Sound thought processes • Achievement through teamwork
Communication Skills • Listening ability • Reading comprehension • Tactful feedback
Commitment • Displays loyalty • Fully supportive of the mission and leadership • Willing to go the “extra mile”
Problem Solving • Wants to be challenged • Desires responsibility
Organizational Understanding • Can see the big picture • Understands importance of their job
Flexibility • Can adapt and overcome • Remains calm during new challenges
Competence • Never stops learning • Actions speak louder than words • Not afraid to share information
Courage • Stands up for what’s right • Knows when to speak • Knows when to be quiet
Enthusiasm • Passion and Excitement • Positive Attitude
Summary • Kelley’s 2D Model of Follower Behavior • Characteristics of Effective Followership
“He who cannot be a good follower cannot be a good leader” Aristotle (384 BC – 322 BC)