...LEADERSHIP SUMMARY – MICHELLE OBAMA HISTORY Michelle Obama was born Michelle LaVaughn Robinson on January 17, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois. Michelle was raised on Chicago's South Side in a one-bedroom apartment. Her father, Fraser Robinson, was a city pump operator and a Democratic precinct captain. Her mother, Marian, was a Spiegel's secretary who later stayed home to raise Michelle and her older brother, Craig. The family has been described as a close-knit one that shared family meals, read and played games together. She attended Princeton University, graduating cum laude in 1985, and went on to earn a law degree from Harvard Law School in 1988. Following law school, she worked at a Chicago law firm, where she met her husband, President Barack Obama. The couple married on October 3, 1992. The couple have two daughters, Malia (born 1998) and Natasha, known as Sasha (2001). Michelle Obama first caught the eye of a national audience while at her husband's side when he delivered a high-profile speech at the Democratic National Convention in 2004. Barack Obama was later elected to the U.S. Senate from Illinois that November and went on to become president. As first lady, she has focused her attention on current social issues. CHARACTERISTICS After her husband's political role pushed the Obama family into the spotlight, Michelle was publicly recognized for her steely, no-nonsense campaign style as well as her sense of fashion. In May of 2006, Michelle was featured in Essence magazine...
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...class girl to First Lady, Michelle Obama articulates these leadership qualities. Michelle Obama speaks out and uses her intelligence, confidence, determination, sociability, charisma, and authentic abilities to her advantage. She engages even to the point of breaking precedent. In addition, she also illustrates some leadership theories like theory Y, relationship theory, participative theory, and contingency theory. She uses her status as a role model in a positive and influential manner. Altogether, Michelle Obama is a different kind of First Lady, one who instead of being defined by her husband, defines herself. Michelle Obama was born January 17, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up in Chicago, in a one bedroom apartment with her family. Her mother, Martin was a secretary, who later decided to be a stay at home mom to raise the children. In addition, her father Frasier was city pump operator. Michelle and brother slept in the living room. They did not have their own bedroom so they separated the living room creating their own personal space. Their parents were very strict on education and wanted nothing but the best for their children. Both her and brother learned how to read by the age of four and later both skipped the second grade. “The family has been described as a close-knit one that shared family meals, read and played games together” ("Michelle Obama biography," 2012). Due to this reason, she is the woman she is today. As a child, Michelle was a gifted student. She...
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...Outline I. Introduction of Michelle Obama II. Reasons I chose Michelle Obama as a Role Model. A. She is more than just the First Lady and Presidents Wife. Her biography tells how she is a Mother and a Lawyer. B. I admire what she stands for with healthcare and children. C. She represents the shades and ages of all people. D. She does not hide behind her husband’s fame she is her own woman and has made a name for herself. III. Reasons why Michelle Obama is a good Role Model A. She started a program called “Let’s Move” that targets childhood obesity. The Wall Street Journal states that “fighting childhood obesity has become her top priority.” B. She promotes preventative health care such as getting yearly checkups and staying healthy through patient education. She even had a meeting with nurses all over to help push health reform. Leadership and role Model MICHELLE OBAM My Leadership role model paper is about Michelle Obama. Everyone knows her as the First Lady of the United States. Some may just say hey she is the “Presidents Wife”. There is more to Mrs. Michelle Obama. She is a wife, mother and a leader to All Americans. She has made a name for herself and has several different programs that she has helped kicked off. So without further hesitation I introduce to you Mrs. Michelle Obama. Michelle Obama was born on January 17, 1964 in Chicago Illinois, where she grew up. She was no rich when she was younger, she was just very determined...
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...The various forms of persuasive tactics are ideal for public leadership in effectively gaining and leading an audience. Public leaders have a great responsibility in effectively leading an audience, crowd or various forums to complete a goal. How the public leader interacts with potential followers can determine if and when a task will reach completion. The documentation below will cast some light into the various persuasive forms of leadership, followed by an evaluation of persuasive tactics used to facilitate change. As change is often met with resistance persuasive tactics are ideal. Two sources referenced as credible tactics are logical and transformational. The documentation includes two prominent public figures First Lady Michelle Obama and Billionaire Oprah Winfrey in reference to successful persuasive skills used to influence followers and votes. The information shared is from the perspective of a student. The intent is not to discredit the authors or public figures of any credit for works performed. * Persuasion Contrary to what people may believe, persuasion is healthy and rewarding! According to (Rusaw), transformational leaders use tactics to educate and inspire followers to achieve a completed goal or task. As differences in views may label persuasion as being manipulative, in leadership the task is warranted. Great public leaders possess skills and tactics for gaining supporters and followers that aid political forums and completion of task. The document...
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...Leadership Styles Denise Calaman LDR 531 February 24, 2014 David Rollins Leadership Styles Very important people have become leaders over the years. These people have turned into some of the most influential individuals that have changed our society. These people have had the ability to influence the people that they come in contact with. Many leaders possess his or her leadership skills in different ways such as authoritative, democratic, coercive, pacesetting, and coaching. Effective leaders can easily adapt to the individuals or group that he or she are around and adapt to any situation they are facing. These types of leaders are also known to either enhance whatever the situation is or correct it to the best of his or her ability. Within the various styles of leadership, the most effective style is the authoritative style. Authoritative style brings about self-confidence, togetherness, and one that easily adapts to the environment that he or she is in. Also employees respect this style because he or she is given directives that should be followed and positive feedback is required. This brings me to some of our leaders today that have different leadership styles that people admire and respect them for. Admired Leader First Lady Michelle Obama came on the scene in 2007 at the Democratic Convention to support her husband and speak to the people. She has her deep concern for military families, helping women to balance...
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...* “22 years ago in Chicago, two young bright attorney’s met and joined forces…” * Michelle LaVaughan Robinson, born Jan. 17, 1964 in Chicago. * She has a degree in sociology and graduated from Harvard for Law. * They got married Oct. 18, 1992 in Chicago * Malia, their first child was born in ’88 and their second daughter Natasha was born 3 years later. * In 2007, Sen. Barack Obama announced he would run as President. * Barack’s idealism and need to help people in need swept Michelle off her feet. * After one year at Sidney & Austin, the firm assigned her to mentor a summer associate named Barack Obama (she was his boss!). * The firm didn’t usually hire summer associates so it was coincidental that Obama was even there that summer. * The response to Obama’s arrival was upsetting to Michelle, who couldn’t understand why everyone was so shocked that a black man was a gifted attorney. * "I had dated a lot of brothers who had this kind of reputation coming in, so I figured he was one of these smooth brothers who could talk straight and impress people. So we had lunch, and he had this bad sport jacket and a cigarette dangling from his mouth, and I thought: 'Oh, here you go. Here's this good-looking, smooth-talking guy. I've been down this road before.' " * She numerously refused Obama’s requests to them going out, saying it was “tacky” for them to start dating because they were the only black people. * The Obama’s old boss at Sidley...
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...“There are still many causes worth sacrificing for, so much history yet to be made.” - Michelle Obama. Michelle Obama is the wife of the first black president, Barack Obama. Not only did she marry a very influential and great leader, but she is one. She went to Harvard law school and Princeton university. Michelle is a very influential woman. She fights for women's rights, and for the rights of other. She is a role model to many people who strive to be their best. Michelle Obama is a strong woman, and an even better role model. Michelle Obama had an influential childhood. She was born on January 17, 1964. The former First Lady grew up the daughter of Fraser and Marian Robinson. She had one older brother named Craig. They grew up in Chicago in a poor town. Michelle and her brother were very smart. So smart, that they both skipped the second grade. Michelle later grew up and went to both middle and high...
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...about the arts for students and the spouses of international leaders, our first lady Michelle Obama stated, “It is through our music, our literature, our art, drama and dance that we tell the story of our past and we express our hopes for the future. Our artists challenge our assumptions in ways that many cannot and do not. They expand our understandings, and push us to view our world in new and very unexpected ways. It's through this constant exchange -- this process of taking and giving, this process of borrowing and creating -- that we learn from each other and we inspire each other.” (Boehm, "Michelle Obama Tells International Audience Why the Arts Matter") It’s easy to see why keeping the arts alive should be a priority of our generation. We must find ways to support creativity, innovation, and artistic talent in any way that we can. The arts in America depends on a mixture of both public and private funding to stay alive. Since 1965, the US federal government has provided funding to the arts through an independent agency called the National Endowment for the Arts, or NEA. The goals of the agency include “the creation of art meeting the highest standards of excellence, engaging the public with diverse and excellent art, and promoting public knowledge and understanding about the contributions of the arts.” (“Strategic Plan & Five-Year Audit Plan”) The NEA partners with federal agencies, state agencies, local leaders, and the philanthropic sector to offer...
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...We think Let's Move campaign led by Michell Obama, the First Lady of the U.S., to be newsworthy.So, We will have time today talking to Michell Obama.Thank you for giving this interview.Several hours ago, you announced Let's Move campaign at the White House.Could you please explain the campaign?How do you justify the program and what is the underlying background for that? Michelle obama:The campaingn is about aims to reduce childhood obesity in United ststes of america.their are mpre childrens with daibetes,high blood pressure,over-weight,obese.things we use to see only adults its overcoming in childrens 2. It is well known that there are two little Obamas next to big Obamas at the White House.You have been concerned a lot about your family's health, and you have been doing well for your kids in terms of healthy intake.What made you be more interested in kid's health and their diet?Was there any event in your family? Michella obama:once my doctor got me to take a hard look to the exercise and eating habits of my daughters as i was already doing everything to promote healthy lifestyles.the family where my husband was campaigning,was eating too much fast food.A pediatrcian saw a ''little uptrick in the kids''and tht makde me pulled aside.i was shocked.i never noticed any changes in my kids,so it was abit disorienting.later on we went home and some changes such as more cooked meal,a desert ban on weekdays and substuting sugar drinks with mil,water and fresh squezeed juices...
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...Susan B. Anthony was a pioneer suffragist in the 19th century. She advocated on behalf of many causes, all relating to equal rights for women. Her background, values, and contribution to the world all paved the way for women of future generations. Anthony was born in Adams, Massachusetts in 1820. Her father, Daniel Anthony was a cotton manufacturer. Anthony attended school until age fifteen, at which time she became a teacher. Her family moved to Rochester, New York in 1845 and became involved in the anti-slavery movement. It was then that Anthony became interested in equal rights for everyone. Anthony’s main accomplishment was her work in women’s suffrage. However, she wasn’t always interested in women’s rights. Her work began in temperance. Temperance means “moderation in or abstinence from the use of alcoholic beverages”. She was passionate about this issue because she had grown up as a Quaker, and Quakers do not drink alcohol. Her passion transitioned into women’s rights when she was told that she could not speak at a temperance rally because she was a woman. In 1852 she joined the women’s rights movement. In 1859 she took her passion to education and argued for equal educational opportunities for all. She also thought that women should be treated equally in the workforce, backing the phrase, “equal pay for equal work”. Women at this time were earning about one-fourth of the salary that men were earning to do the same job. In 1872, Anthony was arrested...
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...uprightness” (Oxford Dictionary, 2015). Without integrity, managers will have a bad and horrible reputation at work which can result to untrustworthiness. There are many ways for a manager with integrity to help a team. One example is when a manager provides a feedback to his or her employees. Managers who have integrity dedicate enough time to review employee’s performance whether it is good or bad. “The manager is honest with employees about their strengths and weaknesses, and offers guidance in the form of training and development based on employees’ performance goals. Managers who lead with integrity don’t sugarcoat employee evaluations for the sake of being popular or well-liked” (Mayhew, N.d). In addition, a manager who has integrity is a leader who is very responsible. When a manager gives an unclear direction, it can cause confusion among his or her employees. Rather than blame his or her employees for failing to realize what he or she meant to say, the manager accepts responsibility by owning his or her own mistakes and do everything necessary to get back on track. Once the crisis is done, the manager analyzes his or her initial orders to finds ways of avoiding similar situations in the future. When employees see their manager’s willingness to take responsibility on his or her mistakes, it can encourage them to do the same (Mack, N.d). Therefore, the manager with integrity is a role model. Managers who lack integrity may face some issues in an organization. One possible issue...
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...Chapter 10 – Increasing Profitability through Diversification CORPORATE LEVEL STRATEGY ARTICLE SYNOPSIS References/ Retrieved from: http://www.forbes.com/sites/arieladams/2013/03/14/montblanc-on-how-to-be-a-luxury-brand-for-many/ Ariel Adams is an Author and a Forbes Contributor Just to tell you a little about him, he covers both timepieces and other luxury items that interest him, such as cars and technology. He states that he has an unshakable interest in wrist watches mixed with a passion for curiosity afforded him the opportunity to make them his career. He has spent a lot of his time traveling internationally to Europe to meet with esteemed watch makers and to get a hands-on look at many of the rare and interesting timepieces and items he both loves and write’s about. CEO of Montblanc is Lutz Bethge The reason why Adams interviewed Mr. Lutz Bethge was due to the fact that he was curious how he maintained this strong image while diversify its products line that ranges from pens and watches to leather goods and fragrances, while still offering something for customers at the very top. Here is just a little of what Mr. Bethge had to say in reference to that: CEO Lutz Bethge states his company’s strategy for successfully diversifying its product line with new categories such as leather goods and timepieces, was due to the fact that they could rely on the trust of our customers, who believed in Montblanc as a brand that provided not only excellence in its core category...
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...Barack Obama Barack Obama was born on August 4, 1961 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He was born to a bi-racial couple. His father was an immigrant from Kenya. His mother was from Kansas. When he was two years old, his parents separated later divorcing. His father remarried and relocated the family to Jakarta, Indonesia. His mother had some concerns for his safety and education, so at the age of 10, Barak was sent to live with grandparents in Hawaii. Barack Obama grew up in a middle-class upbringing with a strong sense of family and the value of education. Through his adolescence, he struggled with the absence of his father. He was uncertain personal and racial identity. His father’s failed aspirations and absence became a cautionary tale of life for him. Obama has been quoted saying “Every man is either trying to live up to his father’s expectations or making up his mistakes.” Excelling in school and basketball, he graduated High school from Pun haw academy in 1979 with honors. He then went on to attend Columbia University. He graduated with a degree in political science. In 1988, he attended Harvard Law School. While at Harvard, he met his wife, Michelle. They settled down in Chicago, where Obama practiced as a civil rights lawyer. This is where he began his political career. He began a helping as an organized for registration drive during Bill Clinton’s presidential campaign. In, 2000, Obama made an unsuccessful Democratic primary run for the U.S. House of Representatives...
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...1 POPULAR CULTURE ESSAY Popular Culture Essay Racquel Gibbs English 101-142 Prof: Marten – Miller 2 POPULAR CULTURE ESSAY Racquel Gibbs English 101-142 Prof: Marten – Miller In society today there are many forms of popular cultures that have a compelling impact on our ideals, norms, attitudes and values of the world. Childhood obesity is a major contemporary epidemic in low-income communities. Some reasons for this infectious disease are lack of essential resources in underprivileged communities, unhealthy eating habits and lack of exercise, and Lack of education and healthcare. These are some of the struggles that neighborhoods face today. Many neighborhoods are lacking essential resources that contribute to living a healthy life. A large percentage of low-income environments are suffering from deprivation and unfortunately they are overeating. In addition, people have limited access to healthcare where they can learn through literature and professionals about children being overweight and the proper steps that need to be taken to correct this matter. Due to economic strain these families are struggling to provide food in general, but because their funds only allow them but so much it cause worse eating habits, plus there is lack exercising too. The underserved communities have a variety of fast food restaurants to eat from however; they do not have a variation of fresh produce markets available. If there are available retailers, the price for 3 POPULAR...
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...Seelische Gewalt ist stärker verbreitet als die körperliche Obwohl es den Menschen gut bekannt ist, dass die Gewalt nichts Gutes ins Leben bringt, kommt dieses Phänomen in verschiedenen Formen sehr oft vor. Es ist unmöglich zu bestimmen, welche Art der Gewalt (seelische oder körperliche) stärker verbreitet ist. Die beliebige Art der Gewalt hat schwere Konsequenzen für den allgemeinen Zustand des Menschen, d.h. für die physische und psychische Gesundheit. Die Opfer der Gewalt sind oft die schwachsten Mitglieder der Gesellschaft – Kinder und Frauen. Sie werden häufiger untergedrückt als Männer, weil sie gewöhnlich nicht imstande sind, der Miβhandlung selbststandig entgegenzustehen, und deshalb lassen sie sich einfacher einschüchtern. Was die Frauen anbetrifft, leiden viele von ihnen unter den Gewaltakte ihrer Ehepartner. Die Statistik zeigt, dass die häusliche Gewalt in jeder vierten Familie in Russland verwendet wird. Eine Menge Frauen wird zu Hause geschlagen und beleidigt. Viele Männer demonstrieren auf diese Weise seine Eifersucht und sein Wunsch, alle Aspekte im Leben der Frau zu kontrollieren.Viele von ihnen meinen auch, dass sie mit der Gewalt die entstehende Familienprobleme lösen können. Für einige Männer ist die Gewalt (einschlieβlich sexuelle) einfach ein Mittel, die negativen Emotionen auszugieβen. Es ist ein Paradox, aber nach den Statistikangaben können die Frauen brutale Mißhandlung in der Ehe bis zu 10 Jahren dulden, bevor sie sich zu einigen Veränderungen...
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