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Increasing Awareness Of Multidimensional Incivility In Nursing, Karina Favela, Veronica Vital

Leadership Connection

The purpose of this presentation is to enhance awareness of negative behaviors taking place in nursing education and the negative effects they have on morale, confidence and the academic environment. Secondly, to promote self-awareness of incivility and introduce tools to elicit change for improving quality of care provided. The target audience of this presentation is inclusive of all individuals who could potentially exhibit uncivil behaviors or be victims of these hostile acts. Therefore, the audience will include nursing students, educators, managers, leaders, and nurses.

Guiding North America Region 2 Members Into The 43rd Biennium, Dorothy J. Dunn

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 25, 2014, and Wednesday, September 24, 2014:

The 42nd Biennial Convention meeting of Region 2 members was a transition point when the past met present. The regional coordinator changed hands. At the same time, the members present stepped forward to continue the work of influencing Region 2 members and each others authentic passion for Sigma Theta Tau Internationals new mission, to advance world health and celebrate excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. It was clear that Region 2 members value empowerment, knowledge, responsibility, and commitment to Sigma Theta Tau International and each other. With 27 …

Lifelong Leadership: Revitalizing Your Role In The Clinical Setting, Cynthia D. Adams, Dana Bjarnason

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: This session will provide nurses who practice in a clinical setting with the techniques to improve their professional leadership and to motivate and challenge them to expand their impact.

Lifelong Leadership: Making An Impact Through Service Learning, L. B. Wong, Safiya George Dalmida

Leadership Connection

This presentation will highlight the benefits of service learning to the personal leadership journey and provide resources for participating in service learning opportunities.

Maternal-Child Health Crisis: Building The Leadership Framework For Effective Global Interventions, Beth Baldwin Tigges, Chun-Mei Li, Shanda Tichelle Harrison

Sigma Global Initiatives

According to the World Health Organization, approximately 830 women die from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth every day, 99% occurring in developing countries. Because quality care can save the lives of women and babies, during this panel presentation Sigma Theta Tau International, in partnership with Johnson & Johnson, will discuss the process and project interventions that have reached over 100,000 people through the Maternal-Child Health Nurse Leadership Academy.

This program is intended to support safe and sustainable communities, ensuring that young nurses are prepared to lead in providing healthy, quality care of women and children and launching interventions …

Compassion Fatigue: A Leadership Driven Quality Improvement Project, Peggy Bradley

Group: Northern Arizona University School of Nursing, DNP Doctoral Papers

Compassion fatigue, defined as the physical and mental exhaustion experienced by those who care for sick or traumatized people over an extended time-period (Merriam-Webster, 2019; Berg, et. al., 2016), has emerged as a leading concern for healthcare professionals and organizations locally, nationally, and globally. It negatively impacts personal and professional relationships, physical and mental health, personal and professional performance, as well as standards of patient care. Approximately 16% to 85% of the healthcare workforce suffers from compassion fatigue, putting them at increased risk for poor personal and professional judgment, reduced job satisfaction, increased turnover, and costs the economy billions of …

Self Less: A Book Talk Featuring Dr. Len Jessup, Len Jessup

Lincy Institute Events

The Lincy Institute hosted a book talk with Len Jessup, Ph.D., author of Forbes and Amazon best-selling book, “Self Less: Lessons Learned from A Life Devoted to Servant Leadership, in Five Acts.”

Self Less follows Jessup’s story of emotional vulnerability. Blending personal narrative with research, Jessup argues selfless leaders can maximize impact by guiding teams, not controlling them. He stresses the power of constant learning, surrounding yourself with people far smarter than you, and service to others. For leaders seeking to create meaningful change through personal growth, Jessup provides inspiration along with practical advice on inclusive leadership and securing stakeholder …

Barriers And Facilitators For Successful Integration Of Nurse Practitioners Into Interdisciplinary Care Teams, Laura Stankovic

General Submissions: Clinical Settings Materials

The purpose of this review is to explore the barriers and interventions for successful NP integration to healthcare teams. Research aims are to study the evidence related to autonomy, empowerment, and physician oversight on NP practice; role ambiguity and incivility in healthcare teams; and interventions at the educational and professional levels to promote successful integration.

Joy Is A Strategy: How We Sparkle Together, Sarah Forzetting, Maridath A. Wilson, Lindsay Cronk, Jessica Morales

Collaborative Librarianship

The authors reflect on their leadership experiences in the NERL consortium, suggesting that purposefully pursuing joy in collaborative work offers an alternative to traditional academic structures that dismiss affect in favor of stoic isolation and competition.

What Makes An Effective Chief Of Pediatric Cardiology: Insights From Chiefs Of North American Pediatric Programs, Michael E. Kim, Wayne Franklin, Anne M. Dubin, Jeffrey J. Kim, Shubhayan Sanatani, R. Krishna Kumar, Shubhika Srivastava, Thomas R. Kimball, Mark Lewin, Joseph Rossano, Colin J. Mcmahon

School of Medicine Faculty Publications

BACKGROUND: Although the position of a pediatric cardiology chief is often seen as the apex of one's academic career, its roles, responsibilities, and qualifications are not well defined in the literature. This study was done to gain further insight of the role and attributes of a pediatric cardiology chief by surveying those who are currently serving the position across North American centers. METHODS AND RESULTS: This was a mixed-methods study with a survey given to North American pediatric cardiology chiefs at programs with fellowship training programs. The survey was a semistructured questionnaire that was independently reviewed by 3 cardiologists. Smaller …

Developing A Biblical Worldview: Equipping African American Leaders With The Tools Needed To Combat The Reemergence Of Syncretism Within The African American Church, William Taft Wallace Jr.

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Historically, African Americans have grappled with questions of identity, a struggle initially precipitated by the diaspora. Over time, this ongoing struggle has led many to seek answers from various sources, each of which has influenced and shaped their worldview. In response to this ongoing identity crisis, the African American church has traditionally served as a stabilizing force, emphasizing that identity is rooted in the image of God, as affirmed by the Bible. However, today’s African American church faces significant insider threats from other African American-based groups that promote counter-biblical and anti-Christian narratives regarding identity. These threats have infiltrated the church, …

The Perceived Effect Of The Cliftonstrengths Assessment Of Christian Leader Self-Awareness, Daniel Lee York

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological study was to explore the perceived congruence between the coached CliftonStrengths (CS) assessment model and leader self-awareness (SA: internal, external, and spiritual) as described by the participants (Creswell & Creswell, 2018). The theory behind this study was emotional intelligence, with specific attention on self-awareness and its import to general leadership theory (Antonakis et al., 2009; Bar-On et al., 2000; Goleman, 2019; Higgs, 2002; Eurich, 2017).

A selective phenomenological study was utilized because the author evaluated leaders’ perception of the effect of CS on their SA or “What is it like to experience such-and-such?” (Leedy …

Leadership In The Age Of Advanced Technology, Matthew Brancatelli

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Invention has been the catalyst for societal advancement, altering human occupations, changing the business world, and bringing geographically separated societies closer. This case study research looked at the impact of advanced technologies on business leadership—digital transformation reshaping every aspect of the business world, including the people, processes, and platforms. An interview guide (Appendix A) was used with open-ended questions to gain insights into the problems and issues faced in manufacturing related to technology's impact on business leaders and the actions and behaviors an organization can develop to be better prepared to address emerging technology. The insights gathered in this study …

Identifying Effective Leadership Styles Among Winning College Head Football Coaches: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study, Valin Kattoula

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

The purpose of this hermeneutic phenomenological study was to discover and interpret the successful leadership styles of winning college head football coaches (HFC) in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The theory that guided this study is Bass’s (1995) transformational leadership theory. The central question asked, “What are the lived experiences of winning college HFCs leadership initiatives?” The study used a hermeneutic phenomenological design where HFCs participated in interviews and a focus group and submitted a writing prompt response to obtain the lived experiences about proven winning leadership styles. The study’s findings identified sixteen themes and five sub-themes. The sample …

Ethical Leadership Case Collection: The Offer: Bribery Over Recruitment, May Phuu Thwel, Natalie Castelan Marquez, Zena Musleh

GHEA21 Open Educational Resources

The Ethical Leadership Case Collection is the product of the Network Collaborative Course entitled Ethical Leadership. The course explores approaches to ethical leadership not just in the abstract, but as a discipline that is focused on action. The course is grounded in students’ perspectives on the ethical and leadership challenges they face in their own lives and communities. As an approach to thinking through ethical leadership, the course is structured around the concerns explored in Dr. Mary Gentile's Giving Voice to Values framework. Students developed case studies of their own.

Military Communication And Leadership In Conflict Resolution, Aspen Hailey Dyer

M.S. in Leadership

This research investigates the effectiveness of conflict resolution strategies in military settings, examining the roles of leadership styles, communication techniques, and cultural competence. Using a qualitative approach, the research is examined through thematic analysis to identify common patterns, and evaluation which mostly focuses on transformational, transactional, and adaptive leadership styles, assessing their impact on conflict resolution outcomes. Additionally, the effectiveness of communication strategies, such as active listening and feedback mechanisms, are analyzed. Cultural competence is also explored, with attention to how personnel navigate conflicts in diverse, multicultural environments. Findings indicate that adaptable leadership, clear communication techniques, and higher levels of …

Developing The Leadership Lens: Moving Beyond A Narrow Scope, Jamel A. Gibson

The Journal of Advancing Education Practice

This article explores strategies and best practices for preparing school leaders to excel. It delves into the importance of comprehensive leadership development programs that blend theoretical knowledge with practical experience. This article provides valuable insights for educational policymakers, school districts, and leadership training programs aiming to cultivate capable and visionary school leaders.

Empowering Entrepreneurial Evolution: A Beyond Founder Strategic Approach To Small Business Growth, D. Jared Knisley

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Growing a business beyond its founder’s capacities and talents presents a challenging undertaking. When a founder is no longer involved or motivated to grow the business, firm decline is a likely outcome. Small businesses often have a deep and, at times, hindering reliance on their early founders for development. Therefore, a continuous engaging plan to advance entrepreneurial success is needed to grow a small business.

My research objective aims to find methods and designs, through academic literature and practitioner interviews, that transition leadership responsibilities and increase team empowerment within a small business, enabling these firms to continue growing as the …

Scoping Out Leadership Opportunities And Motivational Factors Of Doctor Of Physical Therapy Students, Laura Stephens, Ronald Childress

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to open investigation into the scope of leadership opportunities available to students at a physical therapy educational program and to identify factors that motivated students to pursue leadership development opportunities during their pre-professional education. Methods: This qualitative study utilized semi-structured interviews to investigate the experiences and perspectives of current and former student leaders. Participants were queried regarding what leadership opportunities were available to them and what motivated them to pursue those specific roles. Results: Findings revealed the scope of leadership development opportunities included experiences within and external to the Doctor of Physical Therapy …

Building Bridges: Fostering Team Leadership Between Elders And Pastors Of Ethiopian Evangelical Churches In North America, Abraham Abiyo Teanso

Doctor of Ministry

In Ethiopia, church leaders usually have full authority, while pastors have no power in decision-making. But in the USA, things are different. Here, pastors often have a lot of authority due to modern leadership styles. When older leaders from Ethiopia come to the USA, they want to stick to the traditional way of leading they were used to. They think pastors should only teach, not lead. However, younger generations and those who like modern leadership want pastors to stay in charge. This difference in opinion has caused problems among leaders in Ethiopian churches in North America. This can make people …

Gold & Blue Law Edition, Fall 2024, St. Mary's University - San Antonio, Texas

Gold & Blue Law Edition

This is the Fall 2024 edition of Gold & Blue Law Edition which is St. Mary's University's official School of Law publication.

Examining Factors Affecting The Implementation Of Restorative Practices In Elementary Schools: Supporting And Challenging Aspects For Principals, Salma Hussein

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations

This qualitative research seeks to gather information that will be useful for successfully implementing Restorative Practices from Minnesota elementary school principals. Elementary Principals have been interviewed to share their experiences with implementing Restorative Practices. It specifically focuses on identifying the successes and challenges, particularly in efforts to reduce racial disparities in discipline data.The study also examines how principals apply these practices in their elementary schools to create caring communities. Restorative Practices have emerged as more schools and states move towards non exclusionary discipline practices to better support students and build caring school communities. This research seeks to provide insights into …

"Servant Leadership: Perceptions And Practices Of Parochial School Administrators In The K-12 Setting ", Craig Swanson

School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations

This study addressed the dichotomy between administrators' perceptions of themselves as servant leaders and their implementation of servant leadership practices in parochial schools. Although servant leadership aligns with parochial school values, simply adopting the terminology without true implementation can undermine school effectiveness. The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine whether differences exist between administrators' perceptions of their servant leadership and teachers' perceptions of how administrators implement servant leadership practices. The study employed a phenomenological case study approach using the Servant Leadership Questionnaire (SLQ) and administrator interviews. Three administrators and ten teachers from two Christian K-12 schools in …

Law School News: From Ideas To Political Action 10-2024, Roger Williams University School Of Law

Life of the Law School (1993- )

No abstract provided.

The Narrative Inquiries Of How Community School Directors Implement Servant Leadership At Full-Service Community Schools In New York City, Stephen R. Campbell

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Children and their families face increased barriers to accessing programs in low-income communities. In response to this concern, community schools employ community school directors (CSDs) who connect students and families with essential services across organizational boundaries. This study was designed to provide insight into the leadership characteristics of the CSD as a servant leader by determining if they engage with any of the 10 servant leadership qualities described by Spears (2010). There is limited research on the leadership practices of CSDs in low socioeconomic status areas. It is therefore necessary to conduct research on how CSDs foster collaboration between schools …

Literacy Leadership: Power In The Discourse Of Learning, Melissa Guinn Crawley Twisdale

Educational Leadership & Workforce Development Theses & Dissertations

The phenomenon of teacher learning, especially within literacy education pedagogy, has rarely been a topic of educational research. The nature of ongoing teacher learning is as challenging to study as student learning in that, learning in and of itself is not widely defined in the educational research literature. Equally challenging is the topic of literacy for which there are numerous and varying definitions, many of which carry political and controversial connotations (Aukerman & Schuldt, 2021). The term science of reading, for example, often carries an intensive focus on assessed reading proficiency as the primary goal of reading instruction, although the …

Hbcu Faculty Job Satisfaction: Implications For Effective Higher Education Leadership, Demissie Karorsa, Monica E. Allen

Journal of Research Initiatives

Studies show that the success of organizations typically depends on the extent to which leaders promote their employees' job satisfaction and commitment (Kouzes & Posner, 2007). As a result, employees' job satisfaction has received significant attention from business leaders and researchers (Belias & Kouestelios, 2014; Cakmak et al., 2015; Hesli & Lee, 2013; Seifert & Umbach, 2008). Most businesses recognize that enthusiastic, committed, and satisfied employees add value by enhancing customer satisfaction and retention, increasing productivity, and working toward the long-term success of their organizations (Choi, 2016; Cook, 2008). This survey sought to understand Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) …

Revealing The Key Ingredient: Understanding How Teachers In Challenging School Environments Navigate School Culture To Enhance Learner Retention, Babalwa Kafu-Quvane Dr

Journal of Curriculum, Teaching, Learning and Leadership in Education

This paper explores teachers’ professional practices to gain a thorough grasp and a deep understanding of what it takes to retain learners in an environment where most schools fail to do so. I approach the study using a qualitative multiple case study design and position it within the interpretive paradigm. I purposively selected 50 post-level one teachers from five schools. Cavanagh and Dellar’s theory on culture of school improvement, which emphasizes the transformation of schools into learning communities through social interaction, interpersonal relationships, and support among various stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and learners, was used as theoretical lens for this …

Changemaker: Tolulope Kevin Olasanoye: Juris Doctrate: From Ideas To Political Action 9-25-2024, Roger Williams University School Of Law

Life of the Law School (1993- )

No abstract provided.

Review Of Student Voice: From Invisible To Invaluable, Clyde Barnett Iii, Donya Odom

Mid-Western Educational Researcher

Review of the book Student Voice: From Invisible to Invaluable by Michael Lubefeld, Nick Polyak, and P.J. Caposey