Unit 2A.Visit the “Competitive Advantages” page of the Robert K. Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership website at https://www.greenleaf.org/winning-workplaces/workplace-resources/research-studies/competitive-advantages/ and review the articles indicating ways that servant leadership helps organizations gain competitive advantage. Using that information along with the Topic Materials, discuss how servant leadership contributes to competitive advantage in contemporary organizations. Provide specific industry examples of companies that have thrived as servant leaders.B.One of the challenges often faced by nonprofit organizations is financial viability. Consider how the service leadership model can make a nonprofit organization competitive in ways that are not profit driven. In your post, discuss whether or not the value the nonprofit provides to the community and the greater good is professionally appealing enough to make you want to explore as a career opportunity despite the fact that in many cases than the personal and financial gains offered by nonprofits may not match what is available in for-profit organizations.RESOURCESElectronic Resource1. “Servant Leadership” – Serve to Be GreatRead “‘Servant Leadership’ – Serve to Be Great,” located on the Intellisource website (2015).http://www.intellisource.com/2015/02/servant-leadership-serve-great/2. 1 Little-Known Advantage Most Investors MissRead “1 Little-Known Advantage Most Investors Miss,” by Lomax, located on The Motley Fool website (2014).http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2014/10/23/1-little-known-advantage-most-investors-miss.aspx3. At Their ServiceRead “At Their Service,” by Drake, located on the Smart CEO website (2013).https://web.archive.org/web/20160610105450/http://www.smartceo.com/wawas-ceo-servant-leadership/4. DOs & DON’Ts of Servant LeadershipRead “DOs & DON’Ts of Servant Leadership,” located on the Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center website (2015).http://ritzcarltonleadershipcenter.com/2015/09/dos-donts-of-servant-leadership/5. Leadership Expert Simon Sinek on Putting Others FirstView “Leadership Expert Simon Sinek on Putting Others First,” located on the YouTube website (2014).https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNkOKV5xItI&list=PLfoeIlbBnyWtLECFmCAf_u2IUoXbrtuN_&index=26. Servant Leadership Sustains Competitive US Manufacturing AdvantageRead “Servant Leadership Sustains Competitive US Manufacturing Advantage,” by Martin, located on the Industry Today website (2012).http://industrytoday.com/article_view.asp?ArticleID=we3857. Servant Leadership: A Path to High PerformanceRead “Servant Leadership: A Path to High Performance,” by Hess, from The Washington Post (2013).http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/capitalbusiness/servant-leadership-a-path-to-high-performance/2013/04/26/435e58b2-a7b8-11e2-8302-3c7e0ea97057_story.htmlWebsite1. America’s Worst CharitiesThe America’s Worst Charities website can be used to conduct research for the topic assignment.http://www.tampabay.com/topics/specials/worst-charities/2. Charity NavigatorThe Charity Navigator website can be used to conduct research for the topic assignment.https://www.charitynavigator.org/3. Charity WatchThe Top Rated Charities page of the Charity Watch website can be used to conduct research for the topic assignment.https://www.charitywatch.org/top-rated-charities4. Competitive AdvantagesReview the Competitive Advantages page of the Robert K. Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership website to locate servant leadership articles.https://www.greenleaf.org/winning-workplaces/workplace-resources/research-studies/competitive-advantages/5. TopNonprofitsThe Top 100 Nonprofits on the Web page of the TopNonprofits website can be used to conduct research for the topic assignment.https://topnonprofits.com/lists/best-nonprofits-on-the-web/Unit 3A.Think about how your personal values correlate with the principles of servant leadership. How can you draw on values and servant leadership principles to better establish your followership to better serve those you lead professionally and personally?B.Suppose you go to work for an organization that you discover does not align with your personal values. You are in a leadership role and you are not in a position to leave the job. How do you ethically represent the company without compromising your own beliefs? What is the deal breaker for you? How does ethically representing the company demonstrate your ability to be a servant leader?RESOURCESElectronic Resource1. As a Servant Leader, You Can Change the World Commencement AddressRead “‘As a Servant Leader, You Can Change the World’ Commencement Address,” by George, located on the Bill George website (2013).http://www.billgeorge.org/page/as-a-servant-leader-you-can-change-the-world2. Chick-fil-A Founder Was Embodiment of Servant Leader PhilosophyRead “Chick-fil-A Founder Was Embodiment of Servant Leader Philosophy,” by Oswald, located on the HR Hero website (2014).http://blogs.hrhero.com/oswaldletters/2014/09/15/chick-fil-a-founder-was-embodiment-of-servant-leader-philosophy/3. Leading as a ServantRead “Leading as a Servant,” by Krakowski, from Entrepreneur (2014).http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/2312424. Serving More Than the Bottom LineRead “Serving More Than the Bottom Line,” by Brodsky, located on the Human Resource Executive Online website (2015).http://www.hreonline.com/HRE/view/story.jhtml?id=5343587755. The Business of ConsciousnessRead “The Business of Consciousness,” by McEllin, located on the Examiner website (2013).https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/business-consciousness-steve-mcellin-mbaUnit 4A.Think about the principles of servant leadership and provide two examples of specific ways you can apply them in your current work environment, as member of a community group or organization with which you are involved, or in your personal life. Discuss the specific servant leadership principles you would apply, the methods you would use to apply the principles, and the results you would anticipate seeing as a result of implementing these servant leadership principles.B.Conduct research about a biblical figure such as Moses, David, Paul, Joseph, Esther, or Nehemiah to learn about how the biblical leader exemplified servant leadership and see how the principles of servant leadership transcend time and place. Think about the contemporary leader you are researching for the Topic 4 assignment, and discuss the similarities you see between the biblical servant leader and the contemporary servant leader. Provide specific examples to illustrate the similarities you have identified and include discussion about what you think makes the principles of servant leadership applicable regardless of time or place.RESOURCES6. ‘Servant’ Leadership Style Is Best for BossesRead “‘Servant’ Leadership Style Is Best for Bosses,” by Brooks, located on the Business News Daily website (2015).http://www.businessnewsdaily.com/7964-best-leadership-style.html7. 10 Tips on How IT Leaders Can Develop a Service-Oriented PerspectiveRead “10 Tips on How IT Leaders Can Develop a Service-Oriented Perspective,” by Tennant, located on the IT Business Edge website (2014).http://www.itbusinessedge.com/blogs/from-under-the-rug/10-tips-on-how-it-leaders-can-develop-a-service-oriented-perspective.html8. 9 Ways to Motivate People Using Servant LeadershipRead “9 Ways to Motivate People Using Servant Leadership,” by McCuistion, located on the About Leaders website (2013).http://aboutleaders.com/9-ways-to-motivate-people-using-servant-leadership/#gs.51M4nGk9. Being a Servant Leader in the Age of TechnologyRead “Being a Servant Leader in the Age of Technology,” by Hollis, located on the Huffington Post website (2015).http://www.huffingtonpost.com/richard-b-hollis/being-a-servant-leader-in-the-age-of-technology_b_8016290.html10. Recognizing Servant-Leaders – Not Drum MajorsRead “Recognizing Servant-Leaders – Not Drum Majors,” located on the Dreams InDeed International website.https://www.dreamsindeed.org/news/recognizing-servant-leaders-not-drum-majors/Other1. Individual and Corporate Servant LeadersThe “Individual and Corporate Servant Leaders” resource can be used as a reference for discussion questions throughout the course and for completion of some course assignments.Unit 5A.Learn about current trends in servant leadership by conducting your own research and locating an article that illustrates how the principles of servant leadership are being employed in the workplace, as part of a volunteer or service effort, or in an individual’s personal life. In the Main Forum, post a short summary and a link to the article. Discuss what you learned from reading the article and whether or not you would consider applying servant leadership in a similar way.B.The article “Why Isn’t Servant Leadership More Prevalent?” poses the question, “But if servant leadership is as effective as portrayed in recent research, why isn’t it more prevalent?” Using what you have learned about the principles of servant leadership and your own experiences, address this question. Use examples to support your hypotheses.RESOURCESElectronic Resource1. Simon Sinek: Why Good Leaders Make You Feel SafeView “Simon Sinek: Why Good Leaders Make You Feel Safe,” located on the TED website (2014).http://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_why_good_leaders_make_you_feel_safe?language=en2. The CEO of Popeye’s Says Becoming a “Servant Leader” Helped Her Turn Around the Struggling Restaurant ChainRead “The CEO of Popeye’s Says Becoming a ‘Servant Leader’ Helped Her Turn Around the Struggling Restaurant Chain,” by Goudreau, located on the Business Insider website (2015).http://www.businessinsider.com/popeyes-ceo-servant-leadership-traits-2015-33. TheThe Baltimore Ravens’ John Harbaugh Discusses Servant LeadershipView “The Baltimore Ravens’ John Harbaugh Discusses Servant Leadership,” by Smart CEO Magazine, located on the YouTube website (2013).https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEIDjB7uyFc4. Top Midsize Workplace: AutomationDirect.comRead “Top Midsize Workplace: AutomationDirect.com,” by Tierney, located on the AJC.com website (2014).http://www.ajc.com/news/business/top-midsize-workplace-automationdirectcom/nfF67/5. Why Isn’t Servant Leadership More Prevalent?Read “Why Isn’t Servant Leadership More Prevalent?” by Heskett, from Forbes.http://onforb.es/10Vh7qxUnit 6A.Think about Greenleaf’s principles of servant leadership and what you have learned about the biblical foundation of servant leadership. Identify specific principles of servant leadership that, when employed effectively, can proliferate respect for multiculturalism and diversity within the organizations and communities they serve? Provide specific examples to illustrate your ideas.B.Research an international servant leader or international servant leadership organization to examine the similarities and differences in the way servant leadership is executed in Western culture and Christianity when compared with other cultures and religions. Summarize the similarities and differences you discovered and discuss which principles of servant leadership you think are universal, regardless of religious and cultural differences. Provide examples to support your opinions.RESOURCESElectronic Resource1. Effective Leadership Within a Multinational EnvironmentRead “Effective Leadership Within a Multinational Environment,” by Rentfrow, located on the Leadership Advance Online website (2007).http://www.regent.edu/acad/global/publications/lao/issue_10/rentfrow.htme-Library Resource1. Servant Leadership and World ValuesRead “Servant Leadership and World Values,” by Rubio-Sanchez, Bosco, and Melchar, from Global Studies Journal (2013).https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=95952547&site=ehost-live&scope=siteUnit 7A.In the Topic Materials you read several examples of ways that servant leadership can be displayed through true volunteerism and acts of service to others. Research an historic or current servant leader who is a true volunteer in service to others. In what ways does the person inspire leadership while building his or her own character and integrity? How does this leader exemplify the moral obligation to lead through kindness, compassion, and justice?B.Share the servant leadership volunteer opportunity you are completing. Discuss how you think this experience will help you develop your own character and give you experience in leading through exhibiting kindness, compassion, and justice.RESOURCES2. When Servant Becomes Leader: The Corazon C. Aquino Success Story as a Beacon for Business LeadersRead “When Servant Becomes Leader: The Corazon C. Aquino Success Story as a Beacon for Business Leaders,” by Udani and Lorenzo-Molo, from Journal of Business Ethics (2013).https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=90254863&site=ehost-live&scope=siteUnit 8A.Now that you have participated in your servant leadership opportunity, discuss how the experience affected your understanding of how through serving others one actually leads. Support your ideas with specific examples from your volunteer experience.B.Watch the video “Servant Leadership – Joe Schmitt.” Discuss why this is a good example of leadership through acts of service in terms of the way the actions of the leader demonstrate integrity and personal character building while also establishing followership and pushing others to grow professionally through emulating his actions. Discuss how this example embraces both Greenleaf’s principles of servant leadership and the call to service evident in Christianity.RESOURCESElectronic Resource1. Drew Dudley “Everyday Leadership” – TED TalksView “Drew Dudley ‘Everyday Leadership’ – TED Talks,” located on the YouTube website (2013).https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HR2UnsOuKxo2. Servant Leadership – Joe SchmittView “Servant Leadership – Joe Schmitt” located on the YouTube website (2014).https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fb0VvPTVp4k

Management Orientation Program ProposalYou have the opportunity to create a proposal to present to the leadership team for the orientation of new nurse managers. This project will include the creation of an orientation using leadership and management topics that will be selected to support the nurse manager as he or she transitions into the new role.  This project will compile specific topics, resources and facilitators to support a new nurse manager as they get acclimated to the organization or unit. APA citations expected.Your proposal should include:Introductory and concluding remarksIdentify 8 specific topics to support the new nurse managerLearning objectives for the lesson(s)Rationale for including each topic with a synthesis of professional literatureRecommendation of internal and or external materials for each topicRecommendation of a facilitator for each topicRationale listing why the materials and facilitator(s) are the most appropriate choice for that topicTwo or more scholarly resources to support the rationalesSupport your discussion and opinions with facts, relevant examples from personal nursing practice.All submissions must have a minimum of two scholarly references to support your work.Examples of work to show mastery:10-12 slide PowerPoint presentation – APA format

In the realm of marketing, a successful branding strategy is one of the most important contributors to organizational success. A solid branding strategy can help add visibility and credibility to a company’s products.Similarly, nurse-scholars can build a personal brand to add visibility and credibility to their work. You can begin building your brand by developing and maintaining an academic portfolio. Such an activity can help share the results of your efforts and contribute to your success. This week’s Discussion asks you to consider and share strategies for building your portfolio.To Prepare:Reflect on strategies that you can pursue in developing portfolios or portfolio elements that focus on academic achievements.Review one or more samples from your own research of resources focused on portfolio development.By Day 3Post an explanation of at least two strategies for including academic activities and accomplishments into your professional portfolio.Support main post with 3 of more current, credible sources and cite source within content of posting and on a reference list in proper APA.By Day 6Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two different days, by offering additional ideas regarding academic achievements to include or offering alternative ways of presenting the current achievements.Be sure to offer support from at least 2 current, credible sources in each required response to classmates’ main post and cite per APA.

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In 750-1,000 words, analyze the culture and level of readiness of the organization (Prime Healthcare Organization).Include the following:1.  Describe the organization’s culture and explain to what degree the culture supports change. Consider organizational and leadership structure, mission and values, interprofessional collaboration/team engagement, communication, perception of the organization by employees, etc.2.  Select an organizational readiness tool and assess the level or readiness for change within your organization. Identify the readiness tool and summarize the survey results. Discuss the degree to which the culture will support and sustain an evidence-based practice change. Consider strengths and weaknesses, potential barriers, stakeholder support, timing of the proposal, and resources.Provide rationale.3.  Discuss what health care process and systems need improvement or recommend for improving quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness for the organization.4.  Propose strategies to better facilitate the readiness of the organization.5.  Identify the stakeholders and team members for the project. Include what their duties will be in the evidence-based practice project proposal.6.  Explain what information and communication technologies are needed for the implementation and how they will be integrated in the setting by the internal stakeholders. Explain how these will help improve nursing practice and care delivery for individuals and populations for the intervention.Cite a minimum four peer-reviewed sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and nursing content.APA stylehttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5840160/