Affiliation:
1. Crossroads Systems, Inc., in Austin, Texas
2. Texas A&M University
Abstract
The problem and the solution. Perhaps some of the most revealing aspects about leadership can be evidenced through the examination of leaders facing extreme challenges. J. J. Abram's television program, Lost, provides a compelling backdrop for the study of leadership during such times of trial. Each week millions of viewers tune in to watch the struggles of the passengers of the doomed Oceanic Air Flight 815. Confronted with the constant struggle for survival in the context of bizarre occurrences, the passengers begin to demonstrate and reveal their leadership qualities and skills.This article analyzes five different leadership theories (trait, skills, path-goal, leader-member exchange, and team) using eight different characters from the television series to demonstrate leadership theory in practice. The article concludes with different teaching activities for facilitators to use when teaching various leadership theories and practices.
Subject
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
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6 articles.
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