Required Resource

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Northouse, P. G. (2018). Introduction to leadership: Concepts and practice  (4th ed.). Retrieved from https://content.ashford.edu/

• Chapter      3: Engaging Strengths
• Chapter      4: Understanding Philosophy and Styles
• Chapter      5: Attending to Tasks and Relationships

Week 2 – Assignment

Effective Leadership

Three of the leaders profiled in Chapter 2 (Mother Teresa, Bill Gates, and Oprah Winfrey) have started foundations, schools, or other projects to support causes they believe in. Conduct online research of a favorite celebrity or professional athlete who has also set up a foundation or project for social good.

In your paper:

· Describe the foundation or project for social good.

· Discuss how the foundation reflects the personal values of the celebrity or athlete.

· Explain how the foundation or project is an example of leadership integrity.

· Describe how the foundation or project enhances the celebrity’s image.

· Describe whether integrity and image management are compatible.

The paper:

· Must be three to four double-spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

· Must include a title page with the following:

o Title of paper

o Student’s name

o Course name and number

o Instructor’s name

o Date submitted

· Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.

· Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

· Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.

· Must use at least three scholarly sources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford University Library, in addition to the text. Wikipedia is NOT an acceptable source.

· Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

· Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.