Scenario: You are a mid-level manager tasked with leading a digital transformation initiative in your organization. The initiative involves adopting AI tools to streamline operations, but you face skepticism from leadership and hesitation from employees. Assignment Requirements: Identify Leadership Styles (1 page): Describe at least two leadership styles (e.g., transformational, servant, transactional) that are effective for driving digital transformation. Use examples from the readings to illustrate how these styles influence change. Develop a Leadership Strategy (1.5 pages): Propose a leadership strategy for guiding your organization through the adoption of AI tools. Your strategy should include: Communication techniques for addressing leadership skepticism. Engagement strategies to motivate and support employees during the transition. Methods to align digital initiatives with organizational goals. Reflection (½ page): Reflect on how your leadership strategy incorporates principles of ethical leadership and innovation culture from previous activities. Consider how AI technologies can support leadership efforts (e.g., data-driven decision-making, performance tracking). Format: Submit your 2-3 page document in APA format with proper citations for any sources referenced.
