Leadership - 12 oclock high

Maryellen Shpak Leadership Dr. Todd Twelve O'Clock High - Leadership Under Fire In his book "On Leadership", John Gardner defines the term as "the process or example by which an individual (or leadership team) induces a group to pursue objectives held by the leader or shared by the leader and his followers". In the film, "Twelve O'Clock High", Gregory Peck plays General Frank Savage. He obviously has previous traits and career successes that resulted in …

…necessary for a good leader. He takes a military unit that is near disgrace and with extremely low morale, and through his behavior, transforms and energizes them into a model unit. His selfless behavior and strong professional ethic give them a sense of purpose and direction. When they connect with Savage and each other as a community, they are able to accomplish the goals of the higher military command. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography** Gardner, John, "On Leadership"