Thursday, October 14, 2010

Leadership and Committees

Having Dr. Hellweg speak in our class today was great.  I have had her for another class and really enjoy how she teaches.  Today's lecture was all about committees and was interesting because when I think of a committee I think of a team, but she explained how there are leaders and followers in a committee as well.

She explained that maybe in the beginning of a committee getting together, there may not be a 'leader', but as time passes leaders will emerge and people will follow them.  The list of specific functions was really helpful.  It basically listed the good qualities a leader should have in a group or committee.  It had a lot to do about encouraging others, making suggestions instead of giving directions, and facilitating group interaction.

I've always been interested in Organizational Communication, so I really enjoyed having Dr. Hellweg as our guest speaker today although much of the information was review.  Her lectures are very organized and I think I learn best this way.

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