What is the interactional framework?

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How can we describe leadership using the interactional framework model?

The interactional framework for analysing leadership depicts leadership as a function of three elements:
• 1. The leader - personality, position, expertise
• 2. The followers - values, norms, cohesiveness
• 3. The situation - task, stress, environment
A particular leadership situation scenario can be examined using each level of analysis separately. Examining interactions in the area of overlaps can lead to better understanding.

Leadership is the result of complex interactions among the leader, the followers, and the situation.

Listen to the video above and study the readings given on this page. Use the interactional framework model to describe your local leadership.

3. Leadership Interactional Framework Leadership is about the interaction between the leader, the followers and the situation (Hughes, Ginnett and Curphy (2015, p. 15-26). If a given situation changes, the interaction between the leaders and followers can change dramatically. The leaders who understand well this interaction have a huge advantage because leaders are able to: 1. Change the situation: For example, if the followers and leaders are more productive under pressure, a leader can create a stressful environment or set aggressive goals to change the situation. 2. Change the followers: For example, if the followers are not productive in a given situation, the leader can choose to replace the team (if possible) or provide training in the specific area to build their skills, confidence and ability to accomplish the desired goal. 3. Change their own behavior: For example, if during a company crisis the followers look for a more comfortable state of assurance, then leaders can work on creating a more secure environment avoiding their own behaviors that translate to doubt and hesitation among the followers. (Hughes, Ginnett & Curphy 2015, p. 242).

4. Effects of Leadership Skills

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