Leader Interview & Reflection

The purpose of this project is to provide you with an opportunity to interview an established leader.

Conduct a 30-minute in person (if possible) interview of a leader. Complete a set of questions to ask, and write a reflection on what you learned from interviewing this leader and how it will affect your professional practice. When selecting a leader, you should consider your own career goals and interests so that you may grow professionally from the experience. Be thoroughly prepared for the interview so you can gather as much information as possible. Your preparedness will also communicate to the leader that you respect his/her time. The information below can guide you in preparing for the interview and reflection, but please include questions of your own design as well.   

Required

• • Name of person interviewed
  • The organization with which he/she is associated
  • The persons leadership role

Optional Interview Guides

• • Personal philosophy or view of leadership
  • Background of leader or how he/she developed this philosophy
  • Ethical beliefs
  • View of leading people through change
  • Description of leadership style
  • How he/she obtained his/her current leadership positionwhat led him/her there
  • View of how ones own gender, culture, ethnicity impact leadership
  • Thoughts on personal or group renewal strategies
  • Which bases of power do you think the leader leads from?
  • Does the leader have any advice for you and your career path?

Reflection

• • What stood out the most for you in this interview?
  • Did the leader say anything that changes the way you view leadership?