The President of a College Once Said in a Guest

question 15

Essay

The president of a college once said in a guest lecture to a management class on his campus that, "The only important facet of leadership is symbolism." Although many people on his campus would disagree with his views on leadership because of mismanagement that occurred during his presidency, his claim about the importance of symbolism lives on. Explain his view in light of our text's discussion of values based leadership.

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Definitions:

Social Media

Digital platforms and tools that allow individuals to generate, distribute content, and engage in social networks.

Cybercrimes

Illegal activities conducted via the internet or other forms of digital communication.

Customer Data

Information collected from consumers by a company, including demographics, behavior patterns, and preferences, to inform business decisions and marketing strategies.

Consumer Protection Agencies

Organizations designed to safeguard the rights and interests of consumers by regulating products, services, and business practices.