Download or read book Leadership Style in a Faith based Athletic Department Setting written by Adam P. Ybarra and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this intrinsic case study, the researcher sought to explore athletic directors’ leadership styles with their coaches’ and administrators’ workplace satisfaction at a Christian-affiliated college in the Southwestern United States. The study explored which leadership style is likely to encourage motivation (i.e., achievement, recognition, growth) and hygiene factors (i.e., policies, supervision, work conditions), which could potentially increase or decrease job satisfaction. The data collection method was semistructured interviews conducted with athletic department personnel. The researcher transcribed and quality-checked the interviews against the audio recordings. The transcripts were member-checked by sharing them with each of the study participants. The researcher analyzed the data using Dedoose, an online qualitative software, and conducted a thematic analysis using the six steps developed by Braun and Clarke (2006). Key findings from this study are that there is no clear-cut approach to leadership, and that the most valuable thing that a leader can do is to know the employees and cater to their leadership needs. A leader may have a predominate leadership style, and it is best to use that style until the leader realizes that employees need something different. Although situational leadership was not listed by the employees, there were at least four different leadership styles that were listed by the participants in this study, with transformational leadership descriptors being the most prevalent. Keywords: athletic director, leadership style, workplace satisfaction, transformational leadership, servant leadership, Christian-affiliated institutions

Download or read book Peace Under Pressure written by Charles Henry Wilson (Jr.) and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NCAA Division I college basketball coaching is a high-stakes, high-reward profession. This study is based on three premises: (a) there is increasing pressure on college basketball coaches to win immediately and win consistently; (b) coaches are expected to maintain their integrity; (c) the pressure to win immediately and win consistently can influence some coaches to compromise their integrity. Given that context, the purpose of this study was to investigate and illuminate the lived experience of Christian head men’s and women’s basketball coaches at public, NCAA Division I institutions. This study was guided by two guiding research questions: (a) What is the lived experience of both men’s and women’s head basketball coaches at public, NCAA, DI institutions who self-identify as Christian?; (b) How does their religion influence the coaches’ leadership style? This study was a qualitative inquiry in the interpretivist, or constructivist paradigm. The research design included the methodology of portraiture. Sources of data for analysis from the four participants included qualitative content analysis of team media guides, official team websites and newspapers, interviews, and observations of a gameday practice and an actual game. In portraiture, the researcher’s voice is not muted, but transparently integrated into the final grand composition (Lawrence-Lightfoot & Davis, 1997). The findings demonstrated that (a) the four participants placed importance on their religious communities, despite frequent moves and hectic schedules; (b) their Christian faith provided them a broader perspective than just winning and losing that mitigated the high-pressure demands of the job; (c) that the coaches demonstrated a heart of service for their players and communities, which was rooted in their faith. As a group, the coaches’ leadership style was placed in the theoretical framework of legacy leadership. Legacy leadership is an extension of transformational and servant leadership with an intentional focus on leader reproduction. Implications for scholars include the potential for interdisciplinary research in the overlapping areas of religion, leadership, and coaching science. Practical implications include the need for athletic administrators and coaches to accommodate workplace spirituality of all types, including Christianity.

Download or read book Athletic Director s Desk Reference written by Lopiano, Donna and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2013-11-07 with total page 474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Athletic Director’s Desk Reference is the most authoritative and comprehensive resource available for collegiate athletic administrators. This book and web resource guide program administrators in navigating their increasingly complex roles in athletic programs of any size.

Download or read book Transformational Leadership Behaviors in Christian School Athletic Administrators and Its Correlation with Coach Efficacy written by Christopher David Hobbs and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Athletic administrators in a Christian school setting have an unusual amount of influence over large portions of the student body via their influence on coaches. This study investigated the possibility of a correlative relationship between how varsity team head coaches perceive the degree of transformational leadership behaviors of their athletic administrators and their own coaching efficacy. Transformational leadership behaviors could be the most relevant leadership style for modern society while the benefits of coaching efficacy range from an increase in job satisfaction to an increase in student-athlete satisfaction with the athletic experience. A correlation between athletic administrator leadership and the efficacy of their coaches could provide significant insight into ensuring that the student-athlete experience is positive. Utilizing the Global Transformational Leadership scale and the Coaching Efficacy Scale II – High School Teams, 171 varsity head coaches of team sports were surveyed regarding the perceptions of the athletic administrators they work for in Christian high schools. Pearson’s Product-Moment Correlation was used to correlate the single scale scores of the Global Transformational Leadership scale and the Total Coaching Efficacy Scores of the Coaching Efficacy Scale II – High School Teams. A moderately positive statistically significant relationship was found between the varsity head coaches’ perception of their athletic administrator’s transformational leadership behaviors and their own coaching efficacy. These findings have implications for how athletic administrators lead their coaches, and what behaviors school leaders should encourage in their athletic administrators.

Download or read book Leadership and Management in Athletic Training written by Kutz and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2018-02-09 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Leadership and Management in Athletic Training, Second Edition is designed to help athletic trainers effectively integrate the art of leadership with the science of management. This text discusses the aspects of management and leadership identified in the Board of Certification (BOC) Role Delineation Study and the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) educational competencies. Chapter Rationales boxes at the beginning of each chapter list the NATA competencies and relevant knowledge and skill areas identified in the Role Delineation Study (RDS).

Download or read book The Greatest Leader Ever written by Fellowship of Christian Athletes and published by Revell. This book was released on 2011-11-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the heart of each successful leader, you will find unshakable principles, core values, driving motivations, and inspiring perspectives. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes, built on the values of integrity, team work, serving, and excellence, has asked forty leaders to share their key insights on what makes the greatest leader ever and how they live out those principles on the field, in the arena, in the classroom, and at home. Coaches, athletes, sports fans, and aspiring leaders will find motivation on every page, in addition to time-tested principles of leadership based on biblical values. And it answers the question: Who is the greatest leader ever? Contributors include Kurt Warner, Lance Berkman, Tom Osborne, Andy Pettitte, Jane Albright, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, and others. It also features leadership success stories about the late John Wooden and Tom Landry, and an inspiring challenge from FCA president, and former NFL coach Les Steckel.

Download or read book Athletic Director s Desk Reference written by Donna A. Lopiano and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2022-01-12 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Athletic Director’s Desk Reference, Second Edition With HKPropel Access, is the most comprehensive resource available for collegiate and high school athletic administrators. Expert leadership advice and practical tools guide administrators in successfully navigating increasingly complex roles in athletic programs of any size. With more than 75 combined years of experience as athletic program administrators, coaches, and consultants, the authors deliver an engaging narrative and professional insights for athletic directors of all levels. The modern demands on athletic programs and evolving safety and culture issues are reflected in this updated edition, with new content on Title IX compliance, social media communications, planning tools for budgets, cost-saving strategies, revenue generating opportunities, student-athlete mental health, concussion protocols, athletes’ rights, Esports, and more. Offering a solid foundation of information every athletic director needs to know, plus clear advice on day-to-day operations, this essential resource can be used as an immediate practical guide through the real-world issues typically encountered by every athletic director. An extended table of contents provides an outline of the book elements so athletic directors can quickly find relevant tools within the book and easily reference the corresponding online materials, enabling administrators to confront issues and lead with confidence. Throughout the book, management tips deliver professional advice, foundational information, problem-solving strategies, and suggestions for management of employees, programs, events, and facilities. Planning tools provide specific steps and considerations to take when developing strategic plans, action plans, professional development plans, and governance systems. More than 300 documents are delivered through HKPropel. These valuable time-saving resources can be downloaded and customized to suit the needs of any athletic program. Educational resources can be used for teaching and motivating staff, campus constituents, volunteers, and student athletes. Evaluation instruments and risk assessments help today's athletic administrators assess job performance, evaluate program contents, identify risks, and prevent litigation. Policies and forms are easily modified, enabling athletic directors to produce effective policies and procedures that meet their unique needs while saving significant time. The advice and tools in Athletic Director’s Desk Reference allow professionals to turn theory into immediate practice. The book addresses all the various policy, procedure, and system needs required for becoming an efficient and effective athletic director overseeing a successful athletic program. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is not included with this ebook but may be purchased separately.

Download or read book Faith Based Leadership The Project Managers Guide to Faith Base Leadership written by Lloyd Bumanglag and published by Lloyd Bumanglag. This book was released on 2023-05-29 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Project Manager's Guide to Faith-Based Leadership is a comprehensive guide to help project managers navigate the complex world of faith-based leadership. In this book, you will learn how to integrate faith while managing projects effectively and efficiently. Whether you find yourself as an experienced project manager or embarking on the initial stages of your career, The Project Manager's Guide to Faith-Based Leadership is a indispensable asset for those seeking to intertwine their faith with their professional endeavors. This resource offers practical guidance, with a couple real-life illustrations and profound insights, some educational significance of faith within the arena of project management.

Download or read book The Handbook On Athletic Perfection written by Wes Neal and published by Cross Training Publishing. This book was released on 2024-03-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook on Athletic Perfection teaches how to have the right attitudes and behavior in competition to glorify God in sports. Wes Neal introduced his systematic approach based on his study of the Bible in 1974, which revolutionized how athletes and coaches competed. Now, 50 years later, this playbook for doing sports God's way has been updated for the next generation! "For many years, The Handbook on Athletic Perfection has been a staple in the Nebraska FCA curriculum for huddles and camps. Wes himself has helped our staff not only teach the principles, but also learn to create practical applications on the field of play. I wholeheartedly encourage everyone who wants to compete for Christ to read this book!" - Chris Bubak, FCA Midwest Region Vice President Wes Neal has been consulting with sport coaches and business leaders for over fifty years. He is considered the pioneer in implementing biblical principles into the competitive sports world, all based on the life and teachings of Jesus. He is a seminary graduate, was the field director for Athletes in Action, a ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ, is a featured speaker for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and taught for 12 years at Kanakuk Kamp in Branson, Missouri. He currently lives with his wife, Peggy, in central Ohio. They have two grown daughters, and six grandchildren.

Download or read book Tom Osborne on Leadership written by Pat Williams and published by Advantage Media Group. This book was released on 2012-12-26 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tom Osborne's Leadership Principles - Be a servant leader. Sacrifice yourself for the benefit of others. - Accentuate the positive and empower those around you. - Focus on your values and principles and stay true to them. - Bring a sense of teamwork through loyalty and unity. - Do whatever you can to help make a difference in the world. - Whenever you deal with adversity, learn from the experience. - Focus on what matters most: character, principles and process. - Mentor someone and leave a legacy of spirit and perseverance.

Download or read book Contemporary Sport Management 6th Edition written by Pedersen, Paul M. and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2017-08-22 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thoroughly updated, Contemporary Sport Management, Sixth Edition, offers a complete and contemporary overview of the field. It addresses the professional component topical areas that must be mastered for COSMA accreditation, and it comes with an array of ancillaries that make instruction organized and easy.

Download or read book Lead Like a Pro written by Dr Raidbard and published by Mascot Books. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Athletic coaches are asked to wear more and more hats with each passing season, and in many cases, they are not receiving the support or training necessary to help them succeed in their ever-expanding roles. Drawing on over a decade spent as a college basketball coach and original research conducted on what leadership styles and behaviors help athletic coaches be successful, Lead Like a Pro provides coaches with the resources to transform their leadership practice and reach their full potential. Whether you are a volunteer coaching your child's team, a part-time high school coach who's also a teacher, or a full-time college or professional coach, this book will teach you new ways to enhance your leadership style and become a better coach for your athletes and team. All coaches should be constantly working on improving their leadership abilities, but not all coaches have the time or opportunity to attend leadership conferences, training sessions, or classes. Lead Like a Pro provides insight into different leadership techniques, and teaches coaches how to evaluate their current practices so they can develop a strong leadership style that fits their personal values and beliefs.

Download or read book National Standards for Sport Coaches Quality Coaches Quality Sports written by Lori Gano-Overway and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third edition of the National Standards for Sport Coaches outlines the standards for quality sport coaching based on the latest research and practical work in coaching science and the varied fields of exercise science. This useful resource outlines the standards which highlights the core responsibilities coaches should possess along with supporting competencies that provide insight into the knowledge and skills needed to support a quality amateur sport experience for athletes. Coaches, sport administrators, and coach educators and developers who are informed about core coaching responsibilities and competencies can improve the preparation, training, and evaluation of sport coaching. Ultimately the National Standards for Sport Coaches should assist in improving the sport experiences for all athletes and will elevate the profession of coaching.

Download or read book The Role of Interactions Between Athletic Directors Coaches and Staff on Organizational Culture and Structure written by Anton A. J. Johansson and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ABSTRACT: The role of interactions between Athletic Directors, Coaches, and Staff on organizational structure and culture was examined using a phenomenological case study approach at a selected NCAA Division III athletic department. 18 individuals identified within the department, with various experiences were interviewed and asked to complete two scales: LSS (Chelladurai & Saleh, 1980) and Grit (Duckworth et al., 2007). From the data collected, there were five main themes and ten attributes that emerged from the data: 1) Communication, 2) Relationships, 3) Institutional support, 4) Philosophy/mission/vision, and 5) Leadership style; trust, compassion, empowerment, autonomy, consistency, competence, accountability, responsibility, respect, and ownership. The methodology of the study covered development of organizational culture and structure within the setting of a selected NCAA Division III institution. The results from the current study aimed to provide professionals in the field of NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics with a framework to develop a positive culture that empowers the members within and to examine culture development and leadership styles across NCAA Divisions.

Download or read book Management Strategies in Athletic Training 5E written by Konin, Jeff and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2019 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Management Strategies in Athletic Training, Fifth Edition, prepares students and athletic trainers to address the many administrative and managerial challenges they will face in an increasingly complex and changing health care environment.

Download or read book Contemporary Sport Management written by Paul M. Pedersen and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2018-11-07 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contemporary Sport Management returns with a new edition that makes this popular introductory text stronger and more applicable than ever for students who plan to enter, or are considering entering, the field of sport management. The sixth edition of Contemporary Sport Management offers the knowledge of 58 highly acclaimed contributors, 25 of them new to this work. Together, they present a wide array of cultural and educational backgrounds, offer a complete and contemporary overview of the field, and represent the diversity that is noteworthy of this profession. This latest edition offers much new and updated material: A new chapter on analytics in the sport industry New and updated international sidebars for each of the book’s 21 chapters, with accompanying questions in the web study guide New professional profiles showcasing the diversity in the field Streamlined chapters on sport management history and sociological aspects of sport management, emphasizing the issues most relevant to today’s sports managers Updated sidebars and learning features, including Historical Moment sections, chapter objectives, key terms, social media sidebars, sections on applied practice and critical thinking, and more In addition, Contemporary Sport Management offers an array of student and instructor ancillaries: A revamped web study guide that contains over 200 activities, presented through recurring features such as Day in the Life, Job Opportunities, and Learning in Action An instructor guide that houses a sample syllabus, instruction on how to use the web study guide, a section on promoting critical thinking in sport management, lecture outlines, chapter summaries, and case studies from the journal Case Studies in Sport Management to help students apply the content to real-world situations A test package and chapter quizzes that combine to offer 850 questions, in true/false, fill-in-the-blank, short answer, and multiple choice formats A presentation package of 350 slides covering the key points of each chapter, as well as an image bank of the art, tables, and content photos from the book This new edition addresses each of the common professional component topical areas that COSMA (the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation) considers essential for professional preparation: sport management foundations, functions, environment, experiential learning, and career development. Contemporary Sport Management is organized into four parts. Part I provides an overview of the field and the important leadership concepts associated with it. Part II details the major settings in which many sport management positions are carried out. In part III, readers learn about the key functional areas of sport management, including sport marketing, sport consumer behavior, sport communication, sport facility and event management, and more. And in part IV, readers examine current sport management issues, including how sport management interfaces with law, sociology, globalization, analytics, and research. Every chapter includes a section or vignette on international aspects of the field and ethics in sport management. This text particularly focuses on the ability to make principled, ethical decisions and on the ability to think critically. These two issues, of critical importance to sport managers, are examined and analyzed in detail in this book. Contemporary Sport Management, Sixth Edition, will broaden students’ understanding of sport management issues, including international issues and cultures, as it introduces them to all the aspects of the field they need to know as they prepare to enter the profession. With its up-to-date revisions and new inclusions, its internationally renowned stable of contributors, and its array of pedagogical aids, this latest edition of Contemporary Sport Management maintains its reputation as the groundbreaking and authoritative introductory text in the field.

Download or read book Leadership Styles and Characteristics of Athletic Directors written by Hunter R. Christian and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: