Summarize the benefits and risks in assuming a leadership role.

Summary should include

  • benefits
    • directly contribute to and shape positive and high-stakes outcomes and control of continuing initiatives
    • gain leadership experience and credentials
  • risks
    • assume the blame for failure
    • personal/leadership flaws can affect the integrity of the group/team.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is an example of a risk related to assuming a leadership role?
  • What is an example of a benefit related to assuming a leadership role?
  • Why must a leader assume the blame for failure?
  • How do authority, responsibility, and accountability play a role in successful leadership?
  • What is morale?
  • Why is cultivating high morale among the team important to a leader?