P ower vs. A uthority

1. Power vs. Authority Webinar Central Region 2009 LEAD Class Leadership is a journey not a destination.

2. Power vs. Authority Webinar Who Are We? Ashley (Brooks) NovakMeteorologistWFO Wilmington, OH Elizabeth Stoppkotte Mesoscale Assistant ForecasterStorm Prediction Center Jeff BoyneMeteorologist WFO La Crosse, WI Katy BranhamMeteorologistWFO Riverton, WY Leadership is a journey not a destination.

3. Power vs. Authority Webinar *What is power and authority? *Who has power and authority? *How does power and authority influence the workplace and home? *How do you build authority? *Power, authority, and you! *What is Johnnie up to? Leadership is a journey not a destination.

4. Power vs. Authority Webinar Power Authority Leadership is a journey not a destination.

5. Power vs. Authority Webinar Power The ability to force or coerce someone to do your will, even if they would choose not to, because of your position or your might. –The Servant Leadership is a journey not a destination.

6. Power vs. Authority Webinar Authority The skill of getting people to willingly do your will because of your personal influence. -The Servant Ethically inspiring others to be their best selves so that they can act for what is right. -Courage Leadership is a journey not a destination.

7. Power vs. Authority Webinar Power Leader Authority Leader Uses intimidationto get his/her way Builds bridges -The Essentials of Servant Leadership Leadership is a journey not a destination.

8. Power vs. Authority Webinar Power Leader Authority Leader Controls information to maintain power Shares big picture information -The Essentials of Servant Leadership Leadership is a journey not a destination.

9. Power vs. Authority Webinar Power Leader Authority Leader Worried about oneself Makes others better -The Essentials of Servant Leadership Leadership is a journey not a destination.

10. Power vs. Authority Webinar Power Leader Authority Leader Gives Orders Listens to Others -The Essentials of Servant Leadership Leadership is a journey not a destination.

11. Power vs. Authority Who can have authority? Webinar It is a CHOICE, JOURNEY, and WAY OF LIFE. ANYONE Who can have power? ANYONE Leadership is a journey not a destination.

12. Power vs. Authority Power and Authority Throughout History Webinar Who have been our great Authoritative leaders and who have been our Power leaders? Presidents, CEOs, teachers, soldiers, coaches… MICs, WCMs, SOOs, forecasters, interns… Leadership is a journey not a destination.

13. Power vs. Authority Are you a Power or Authority leader? Webinar • You may be and not realize it. • What about at home? Parenting is leadership. Are you a power or authoritative parent? • What about at work? How does the public and your fellow employees view you? Leadership is a journey not a destination.

14. Power vs. Authority Authority in the Office Webinar Retiring Forecaster • Humility in the office. • Talked about the good in others. • Left the office a better place than when he arrived. Leadership is a journey not a destination.

15. Power vs. Authority Webinar Authority in the Office…Undercover Boss • CEOs go undercover to understand what is going on in their company. • 7-Eleven CEO Joe DePinto went undercover at one store to find out why it was one of the top sellers of coffee. • Dolores, one of the employees, was an inspiration in this episode. -Images from CBS Leadership is a journey not a destination.

16. Power vs. Authority Webinar • Reed Sandridge – started the Year of Giving after losing his job and in honor of his mother who had passed away. • Reed gives $10 a day to those in his community in hopes that it will inspire them to do something for someone else. • This endeavor started out small, but through consistency and dedication, he has built authority with a large group of people. Authority in the World…Year of Giving Leadership is a journey not a destination.

17. Power vs. Authority Authority in the world…The almost perfect, perfect game Webinar • On June 2nd of this year, Armando Galarraga, the pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, lost his bid for a perfect game with 2 outs in the 9th inning on a bad call by 1st base umpire Jim Joyce. • Joyce later realized he made a mistake, accepted personal accountability, and apologized to Galarraga. Leadership is a journey not a destination.

18. Power vs. Authority Power in the World… Webinar • When we think of power in the world, there are different world leaders that come to mind that will execute or send to jail those who go against what they want. • Unethical CEOs can destroy companies. • What about locally? Leadership is a journey not a destination.

19. Power vs. Authority Power in the Office…Hell’s Kitchen Webinar • It is hosted by chef Gordon Ramsay. • During each season, contestants compete to be the head chef at one of Gordon Ramsay’s restaurants. • During the show, Ramsay will call them names, embarrass them, and belittles them. - Images from FOX Leadership is a journey not a destination.

20. Power vs. Authority What happens when you have a power leader? Webinar • Power works, but it is only a short term solution. • The authoritative leader is able to motivate others and looks out for the wellbeing of others. “It’s not that I’m lazy, it’s that I don’t care.” -Office Space Leadership is a journey not a destination.

21. Power vs. Authority How do you deal with a POWER leader? Webinar • You cannot change them, you can only change yourself. • Do not be confrontational. • Look at it from their point of view. • Use a mediator. • There is a time and a place to address issues. Leadership is a journey not a destination.

22. Power vs. Authority How do you deal with a POWER leader?Action-e-Reaction Webinar • Action-e-Reaction Communication –Courage • State the action (the behavior) the other person demonstrated. “When you…” • Name the emotional reaction to the other person’s action. “I felt…” Leadership is a journey not a destination.

23. Power vs. Authority How do you deal with a POWER leader?Action-e-Reaction Webinar • Example (Negative Feedback) • “Bob, can we talk for a moment somewhere?” • “Bob, when you are consistently late for your shifts, I feel disrespected and angry.” • What about Bob’s reaction? Leadership is a journey not a destination.

24. Power vs. Authority How do you deal with a POWER leader?Action-e-Reaction Webinar • Another Example (positive feedback). • “Amy, I would like to speak with you for a second.” • “Ok, Bob what can I help you with?” • “Amy, when you told the boss how hard I worked during that outbreak, I felt rewarded.” • Now they both feel the positive outcome. Leadership is a journey not a destination.

25. Power vs. Authority What about you? Webinar • I wish my boss was here to hear this. • My family would benefit from this. • The blame game. • What about you! • 1) Begin with “What” or “How,” (NOT “Why,” “When,” or “Who”). • 2) Contain an “I” (NOT “they,” “them,” “we,” or “you”). • 3) Focus on action. -The Question Behind the Question Leadership is a journey not a destination.

26. Power vs. Authority What does it mean to be authoritative and how do you build authority? Webinar • Personal Accountability! • Open to change and rejection. • Service and sacrifice in order to meet legitimate needs. • When someone has authority people will respect them because they do not want to disappoint them. • In summary, how do you build authority? Leadership is a journey not a destination.

27. Power vs. Authority Webinar Characteristics of Authority • Humble • Long term solution requiring commitment • Constructive criticism • Builds and inspires others to willingly take action • Not born with, must earn • Courageous • Trust • Selfless • Active listener • Respectful • Accountability • Follows Core Values • Servant Leadership Leadership is a journey not a destination.

28. Power vs. Authority Webinar Characteristics of Power • Ego • Do it or else forceful philosophy • Selfish • One sided • Belittles others • Makes others feel inferior • Short term solution • Can be born with • Afraid of being wrong • Micromanager • Excuses • Has to be in control • Used when loss of authority Leadership is a journey not a destination.

29. Power vs. Authority Webinar Characteristics of Power/Authority • Think of someone in your life who exhibits power. (No names or positions) Write down some of their characteristics. • Think of someone in your life who exhibits authority. (No names or positions) Write down some of their characteristics. • How do you respond to a power or authoritative leader? Examples? (No names or positions) Leadership is a journey not a destination.

30. Power vs. Authority Webinar We must decide if we will choose to serve others or merely serve ourselves. -James Hunter Leadership is a journey not a destination.

31. Power vs. Authority Webinar “Johnnie the Leadership Lizard” Update Since September 2009, his journeys have taken him 5,704 miles. Leadership is a journey not a destination.

32. Power vs. Authority Webinar “Johnnie the Leadership Lizard” Update WFO Riverton, WY WFO Chanhassen, MN & North Central RFC WFO La Crosse, WI Leadership is a journey not a destination.

33. Power vs. Authority Webinar “Johnnie the Leadership Lizard” Update Web Site:http://leadershiplizard.blogspot.com/ Leadership is a journey not a destination.

34. Power vs. Authority Webinar Leadership is a journey not a destination.

35. Power vs. Authority Webinar Central Region’s Month of Service September 2010 Leadership is a journey not a destination.

36. Power vs. Authority Webinar Month of Service – September 2010 Cleaning our Neighborhoods & Environment Caring for our Children & Elderly Helping out at your local Food Pantry Remembering Our Military Clothing/Food Drives Building Homes Leadership is a journey not a destination.

37. Power vs. Authority Works Cited Webinar Hunter, James. The Servant. New York: Crown Business, 1998. Hunter, James. The World’s Most Powerful Leadership Principle. New York: Crown Business, 2004. Lee, Gus and Diane Elliott-Lee. Courage: The Backbone of Leadership. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2006. McGee-Cooper, Ann and G. Looper. The Essentials of Servant Leadership. Pagasus Communications Inc, 2001. Miller, John. QBQ! The Question Behind the Question. New York: G. P. Putnam’s Sons, 2004. Office Space. Dir. Mike Judge. Perf. Ron Livingston, Jennifer Aniston, and David Herman. 20th Century Fox, 1999. Sandridge, Reed. The Year of Giving. http://yearofgiving.wordpress.com/. Leadership is a journey not a destination.

38. Power vs. Authority What is Next? Webinar • Please take a moment to respond to the survey. • Start thinking of Month of Service ideas. Have any good ideas? E-mail 2009lead@gmail.com • 4th 2009 LEAD Presentation Mentoring late summer/early fall. • Leadership Test –This will be sent out following this webinar. Leadership is a journey not a destination.