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Table of contents
1. Introduction 4
1.1 Context & Importance 4
1.2 Objective 4
1.3 Scope & Structure 5
2. Leadership Styles in Project Teams 7
2.1 Overview of Leadership Theories 7
2.2 Impact on Project Teams 9
2.3 Case Studies 14
3. Communication Strategies 18
3.1 Importance of Communication in Project Management: Explore how communication drives clarity, efficiency, and collaboration. 18
3.2 Different Communication Models: Verbal, non-verbal, and digital communication channels. 23
3.3 Effective Communication for Leadership: How leaders can establish open communication lines to build trust and transparency. 27
3.4 Challenges in Communication: Miscommunication, cultural differences, and strategies to overcome them. 32
4. Conflict Resolution 38
4.1 Types of Conflicts in Project Teams: Task-based, interpersonal, and resource-related conflicts. 38
4.2 Conflict Resolution Techniques: Problem-solving approaches (e.g., negotiation, mediation, collaboration). 39
4.3 Leader’s Role in Conflict Management: How leadership styles influence conflict resolution effectiveness. 41
4.4 Case Studies: Analysis of real-world conflict scenarios in project teams. 43
5. Team Dynamics 48
5.1 Understanding Team Dynamics: How roles, responsibilities, and individual behaviors shape team performance. 48
5.2 Stages of Team Development: Tuckman’s stages (forming, storming, norming, performing, adjourning) in project teams. 49
5.3 Leadership"s Impact on Dynamics 51
5.4 Challenges & Solutions: Issues like groupthink, lack of engagement, and how leaders can address them 57
6. Conclusion 59
6.1 Summary of Findings: Key insights on leadership styles, communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics. 59
6.2 Implications for Project Managers: Practical recommendations for leading project teams more effectively. 61
6.3 Future Research Directions: Potential areas for further study in leadership and project management. 62
References 65
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1. Introduction
1.1 Context & Importance
Modern companies operate in increasingly complex market conditions and a rapidly evolving economic environment. In this context, the ability of project teams to achieve their objectives is directly influenced by the effectiveness of their leadership. Leadership serves as a foundational element that facilitates the coordination of team members" actions while ensuring both stability and adaptability in project activities (Razavi, N. S., Jalili, M., Sandars, J., & Gandomkar, R., 2022: 36).
The transformation of traditional management approaches necessitates the development and implementation of methods that foster innovation, maintain high levels of employee engagement, and optimize interaction processes. This is particularly critical in highly competitive environments where organizations must continuously adapt to external changes. Companies that prioritize the enhancement of leadership quality within their teams tend to achieve superior results, both in executing short-term projects and in attaining long-term strategic goals (Robert, V., & Vandenberghe, C., 2022: 940).
Project management inherently involves the efficient allocation of resources, resolution of conflicts, and motivation of team members. These tasks demand skilled leadership capable of addressing the unique characteristics of each project, creating an environment for employee development, and increasing overall team productivity. In this regard, the study of leadership in project teams represents a pressing academic and practical issue, significant both for advancing theoretical frameworks in management and for improving managerial practices.
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2. Leadership Styles in Project Teams
2.1 Overview of Leadership Theories
The concept of leadership has evolved significantly over time, shaped by cultural, social, and economic developments. Each era introduced theories that reflected prevailing organizational needs and philosophical paradigms. This historical perspective explores the progression of leadership theories, highlighting their theoretical underpinnings and practical implications (Sethole, T. G., 2020).
Early leadership theories, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, were heavily influenced by the belief that leaders possess inherent traits. The Great Man Theory posited that leaders are born with qualities such as charisma, intelligence, and decisiveness. This deterministic perspective largely ignored contextual factors, focusing instead on individual attributes.
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References
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3. Ahmad, H., Kilani, Q., Al-Zrigat, Z., Alnajdawi, S., Mansour, A., Khasawneh, Z., & Hammouri, Q. (2024). The role of key workplace elements in determining individual and organizational success in Jordan Tourism Board. Uncertain Supply Chain Management, 12(1), 263-272.
4. Ahmad, M. K., Abdulhamid, A. B., Wahab, S. A., & Nazir, M. U. (2022). Impact of the project manager"s transformational leadership, influenced by mediation of self-leadership and moderation of empowerment, on project success. International Journal of Managing Projects in Business, 15(5), 842-864.
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