Jack the Leader

Written Assignment Unit 6

MBA Program

BUS 5211-01 Managing in the Global Economy

Dr. Carmen Nieves-Vicente

 Introduction

This week we read about Jack, a 36-year-old leader within a major hospital. As a leader,

he prides himself as a professional who supports his team and helps each of them to meet their

chosen goals. From a professional standpoint Jack is considered an example of a role model.

However, in the past year, his focus on healthy living has declined because of his professional

responsibilities. Jack went to go visit his primary care and the doctor explained to Jack based on

the laboratory results he is going to need to take medication to control his cholesterol, and lipids.

Jack was not too happy about the news. Jack is in disbelief but manages to pull himself together

and vows to exercise more and eat a better diet. In this paper we will cover this week’s questions

for Unit 6.

Jack is in disbelief and as soon as he left the doctor’s office the medication that was given

to him, he threw it in the trash. Even though Jack made the promise of getting back into shape

and on a rigorous diet he was still in doubt if he could take that on without neglecting his team. It

is going to be challenging for Jack to stay on track with his exercise routine and rigorous diet

while trying to be a leader to his team at work.

The drawbacks of low self-esteem include having low confidence which is something

that has affected almost everyone at some point in their lives. Once it has been dented it can be

difficult to get back on the saddle, and sadly, it has a huge impact on our personal and

professional lives. Jack had a minor setback after hearing his diagnosis, but he can turn things

around by using the diagnosis as a motivation to create more effective interpersonal and work

relationships which means Jack can more effectively contribute to the work environment around

him. As a leader, you are supposed to have high levels of self-esteem which means they can

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focus more positively on other people and their development, rather than spend time being down

on their own performance (Chiswick, 2015).

Acceptance means recognizing the things are a certain way in the here and now and

having hope that you may be able to change some aspects of your experience or influence the

way your diagnosis impacts your life. Jack must accept and make space for the symptoms that

cannot change at this moment, the losses he experienced, and feeling empowered to continue

taking small actions (Lucette, 2020). Such as, learning new ways to manage your stress, reaching

out for support, finding a doctor that makes you feel comfortable, and always making time to say

a prayer. Jack’s best practice is to understand how to live with the diagnosis and remember to

practice self-compassion and extend the kindness he will offer to others to himself as well

(Lucette, 2020).

To achieve great results, you should constantly think about how you can motivate and

inspire your team. In the case of Jack, while in the process, Jack can share his vision and set clear

goals. He can also communicate with the staff and let them know how things are going.

In addition, Jack can create a space that is enjoyable to work in and an office where the

employees want to spend their time. Jack can encourage healthy attitudes by offering healthy

snacks and access to exercise and participating in team exercise classes (Miles, 2022).

Jack self-concept can have a negative effect on his team, that is why it is important for

Jack to turn in his negative thoughts into positive thoughts. It’s like a negative person coming

inside a room as soon as they step foot inside the door you can instantly feel the negative vibe.

Self-disclosure is the process of passing on information about yourself to someone else

whether you intend to or not. The details can range from the superficial, such as your favorite

food or TV show, to deeply personal information, such as religious beliefs, and big turning

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points in your private life (Self-Disclosure, 2023). Jack can maybe open to his team and let them

know how he is feeling and give an encouraging statement that he will try everything in his

power to get his cholesterol and lipids at normal levels.

Jack must be honest with himself and accept the diagnosis. Communication is key, he

needs to find out ways to communicate with friends and family about his current health status

and what he is planning to do to correct it. This will keep Jack on track, and it will help him to

stay on top of it. Employee engagement is a key part of maintaining a successful business. Eighty

eight percent of company leaders believe employee engagement programs effectively attract and

retain talent, as well as reduce absentee, and increase productivity. Jack and his team can take on

a healthy lifestyle by encouraging flexibility, it can take some pressure off these employees and

allow them to flourish. Also provide training courses and mentorship for people to know what

steps they need to take to create a healthy lifestyle for themselves (Allen, 2020). As a leader Jack

must set an example and share his experience with his team and take that extra step and lead the

way to a healthy lifestyle. He can do all this by sharing the things he wants to share about his

diagnosis and his struggles and his commitment to himself and his family to keep this dream

going.

Conclusion

Self-disclosure involves sharing personal information such as dreams, thoughts, fears,

goals, and experiences. It is essential for Jack to understand that these things strengthen

relationships and build trust. I believe he may need to share with the team his diagnosis and his

commitment to changing his bad habits to a new and healthy lifestyle. The reaction he will get

from his team will be nothing but positive and encouraging.

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