Leadership Analysis: Queen Elizabeth II
In the past few decades, we have seen nations emerge as strong economic and social leaders, as well as those that have fallen due to poor leadership regimes; as a result, leadership theories have emerged as the key factors in determining the long-term success or ultimate failure of governments and nations around the world. Leadership involves an asymmetrical influence upon people in the direction of collective, interdependent goals. It also means coordinating behavior in pursuit of goals for the entire nation. A notable leader that has demonstrated extreme success, especially in periods of overcoming instability and weakness, is Queen Elizabeth II. Strong, effective leaders such as Queen Elizabeth II use many resources and a repertoire of styles, or recognizable and regular constellations of behaviors directed at positively influencing others. This paper will analyze specific details from Queen Elizabeth II's life and the manner in which these events have contributed to her leadership style, concluding with an assessment of the effectiveness of her leadership.A true leader cannot lead without acceptance in some form among commonly situated people. In efficient societies and among more informal or volunteer groups in any s
A review of her biography reveals that Elizabeth may have been able to become such a knowledgeable leader as a result of several family events. For example, her father was not expected to be king but with the abdication of his brother, King Edward VIII, after the scandal of his affair with Divorcee Mrs Wallis Simpson, who he later married, the Duke of York became King George VI in 1936, with his coronation in the following year. This meant that in her early years Elizabeth was not expected to become Queen, and in many ways this allowed her development to take place outside the of the public eye. In other words, she was not constantly hounded by the media, not did any public attention surround her every move. Thus, she was able to prosper in her studies, accumulating knowledge and charisma that would assist in her future leadership skills. Along with her younger sister, Margaret, she was educated at home and when her becoming heir to the throne became apparent in 1936, she started to study constitutional history and law. This and other events indicate that Queen Elizabeth II portrays at an early age that she is such a charismatic leader and is able to identify with young people, to influence them in a positive way. This event also demonstrates her ability to cope well publicly in times of high stress, such as during a war. Research indicates that the decisions a leader makes has a strong influence on what will or will not occur. The leader must take a results oriented approach, and frame, analyze, and resolve problems using appropriate problem solving techniques and decision making skills. In this way, good decisions can be made by viewing events and problems from multiple perspectives, and through the use of multiple sources of data to inform decisions. Additionally, decisions must be made based on the moral and ethical implications of policy options and political strategies. During an Official tour of Kenya in 1952, Elizabeth was informed of the death of her father, and that she was now Queen Elizabeth II. She immediately returned to England to take up her duties and to lead the nation in mourning the death of King George VI. Her coronation took place in Westminster Abbey on June 2, 1953. Finally, in 1977, the Queen's Silver Jubilee was celebrated in the United Kingdom and throughout the Commonwealth. Accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh, the Queen Elizabeth II traveled some 56,000 miles to share the anniversary with her people. As briefly described in this paper, her biography reveals events that furthered her ability to become a strong and sincere leader. Elizabeth maintained a very visible and significant presence in her country. For example, in 1957, She officially opened the 1st session of the 23rd Parliament; presided over the inauguration of the St-Lawrence Seaway in 1959; celebrated the Centennial of Confederation with Canadians in 1967; declared open the XXIst Olympiad in Montreal in 1976; was honored for her Silver Jubilee anniversary in 1977; proclaimed the Constitution Act, 1982 which encompasses the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms; and officiated at the opening of the Commonwealth Games in Edmonton in 1978 and Victoria in 1994 (Anonymous author, at http://www.canadianheritage.gc.ca/specialjubilee/e-biograph.htm). Throughout Elizabeth's reign, Canada has seen many key historical developments, including the evolution as a bilingual and multicultural society, a rededication to democratic principles and the enhancement of a collective sense of shared values and purpose (Anonymous author, at http://www.canadianheritage.gc.ca/specialjubilee/e-biograph.htm). She has been, and continues to be, a fundamental part of that identity Anonymous author, at http://www.canadianheritage.gc.ca/specialjubilee/e-biograph.htm). Queen Elizabeth II's leadership capabilities are further demonstrated through the manner in which she conducted the private affairs of her life. For example, she has bee
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