Answer for LDR 615 According to the textbook, people are more motivated when “they are shown a truth that influences their feelings” than they are by analysis Re: Topic 2 DQ 2

 

Stakeholders are essential for every leader’s vision and the organization’s growth. The value placed on stakeholders determines the success of any change. I consider the stakeholders in my program to be the soldiers and their families. Without their input regarding their concerns and needs, developing effective strategies for change would be impossible without considering the importance of the stakeholders.

Every individual has feelings that should be respected. Leaders should demonstrate empathy and be effective listeners towards their stakeholders. It is important for leaders to utilize their emotional intelligence (EI) when engaging with their stakeholders. Valuing stakeholders and respecting their feelings builds trust with the leaders of the organization.

When trust is established, stakeholders are inspired to support the vision and changes that leaders have for the organization. When stakeholders trust your intentions and believe in your capabilities, they are more likely to actively participate in meetings and creative sessions, provide valuable feedback, and offer ongoing support (Young, 2023). Having the trust of your stakeholders, being transparent, and considering their feelings allows leaders to have the necessary support for change. Building trust also involves making stakeholders feel comfortable and engaged (Young, 2023).

Building and respecting strong stakeholder feelings play a critical role in the decision-making process for change that leaders have to make. Change enhances feelings that motivate useful action. The emotional reaction then provides the energy that propels people to push through the change process, regardless of the difficulties (Kotter, 2002).

It is important to maintain stakeholder trust and a transparent relationship, as it is crucial for the change process and emphasizes the interactive nature of leadership’s desire to innovate and improve (Schein et al., 2013). Without input from stakeholders, including consideration of their feelings, the vision and change that leaders aim to achieve would not be successful. Stakeholders are a key component of success.

Reference:

Kotter, P., & Cohen, D. S. (2002). The heart of change: Real-life stories of how people change their organizations. Boston, MA: Harvard Business Press. ISBN-13: 978-1422187333