Although the term interpersonal leadership has been well established within literature, there remains a dearth of theoretically derived models that specifically address comprehensive nature underlying leader behaviors and activities. The intent present article is to attempt synthesize existent models, behaviors, factors arrive at coherent conceptual model can inform efficient effective education programs. resulting included 13 primary integrated hierarchical framework. Leadership educators...

One method to develop leaders is through leadership development programs designed specifically for an intended context. The International Leadership Association (ILA) provides questions designing such programs. This article reflects data collected during the process of developing a program serving broader agricultural community in Virginia. Programs Agricultural (IAPAL) reports that contexts typically include 12 seminars over two years, with less than one-third agriculturally related....

In the information rich society of 21st century consumers have had access to many different communication channels where they can find about agricultural topics. Individuals seek that fulfills their needs and opinion leaders been identified as a solution communicating with audiences complex However, previous research has neglected focus on most effective means leaders. Using level leadership predictor channel preference within Uses Gratifications framework sample 3,234 were surveyed....

Opinion leaders have been shown to a significant amount of influence on their peers, yet there is little research examining how individual traits opinion are related. Generally the assumption that these individuals share characteristics consistent with literature; specifically tend be optimistically oriented and willing take risks. Without specific empirical evidence support this agricultural leadership development programs may structuring curriculum in manner inconsistent needs intended...

The ability to evaluate and accurately articulate the outcomes associated with leadership development programs is critical their continued financial administrative support. With calls for outcome-based accountability, need rigorous evaluation particularly relevant those administered through Cooperative Extension Service (CES). Using Bandura’s (1977) Social Learning Theory, a robust of agricultural CES in southern region United States was conducted. Several key findings are examined,...

Faculty at land-grant universities are expected to engage in some form of Extension, or science communication, as part the mission. However, critics have claimed these institutions out touch with their stakeholders' needs and faculty mainly communicate others academia. This engagement a homogenous group reflects concepts echo chambers, where people only exposed information that aligns beliefs current knowledge discredit opposing information. An explanatory mixed-methods design was used...

Agricultural leadership programs have been widely supported by both the public and private sector praised for “networking” they provide. However, is there any community benefit? Could these be doing more? This paper provides some insight into issues looking at contributions of related research. First, a connection made between social capital theory value networking. Then, agricultural are discussed in terms benefits provide to participants communities that serve. Finally, an application...

The objective was to quantify the effect of timing macronutrient applications on nutrient uptake, growth, and development Petunia × hybrida Hort. Vilm.-Andr. ‘Supertunia Royal Velvet’ during vegetative propagation. Starting with unrooted cuttings (Day 0), fertigation applied continuously at three time intervals 0 7, Day 8 14, or 15 21) using either a “complete” (C) water-soluble fertilizer containing (in mg·L −1 ) 75 NO 3 -N, 25 NH 4 12 phosphorus (P), 83 potassium (K), 20 calcium (Ca), 10...

Finding strategies to increase the motivation of students, their connection with material, and retention content, has been very important within leadership education.Previous research studies have shown that personality traits can predict desired outcomes, including goal orientation or motivational disposition.However, there not any which specifically analyzed how predicts in undergraduate students.The results this study found between 15% 28% variance dispositions was predicted by factors,...

Training undergraduate agricultural students to be strong, positive leaders will have a large impact on the industries they work within and therefore should of utmost importance educators. Transformational (TL) tend higher performing, more satisfied teams; consequently, development TL characteristics result in productive future workforce. The personality trait agreeableness has been associated with interpersonal aspects leadership; however, literature is unclear whether significant predictor...

Fertilization strategies during stock plant and cutting production are linked in terms of nutrient levels quality. Objectives were to evaluate (1) the effect nutrition on tissue concentration growth vegetative propagation (2) response fertilizer for cuttings with 4 different initial concentrations. ‘Supertunia Royal Velvet’ petunia plants grown under constant fertigation 0, 50, 100 or 200 mg nitrogen (N).L−1 21 days. The N.L−1 solution contained 150 nitrate (NO3-N), 50 ammonium (NH4-N), 24...

Agricultural and natural resource leadership development programs are designed to build capacity amongst emergent established leaders within the industry. The purpose of current study was investigate characteristics program participants propose a conceptual framework which capture different contextual variables that exist for adult learners. A descriptive provides baseline participant data across range demographic both individual work-related contexts. educators directors encouraged use...

Organizations have increased the amount of work that is completed by project teams over past several decades. This trend projected to continue into foreseeable future. In response this trend, academic community has number team based learning experiences for students in classes. The challenge been do not always enjoy projects; frequently express a lack satisfaction with as well team. aim research empower agricultural education faculty make better pedagogical decisions regarding leadership...

To address science literacy issues, university faculty have to engage in effective communication. However, social pressures from peers, administration, or the public may silence their efforts. The purpose of this study was understand effect spiral on faculty's engagement with A survey distributed a census tenure-track at University Florida [UF], and findings did not support occurring. follow-up interviews revealed perceive peers value communication were more concerned about how felt research

Controversial issues in agriculture arise, and it falls on opinion leaders to disseminate information their networks the public. Agriculturalists are often blamed for not taken consumers' concerns into consideration. This study sought add previous research by identifying current perceptions of Florida agricultural toward GM food, what percentage them identify as with respect they sources regarding food. Through an online survey, trust attitudes towards foods science, who participated...

To address knowledge gaps related to science, faculty will have effectively engage the public in science communication. This is particularly true at land-grant institutions where tenure-track appointments teaching, research, and Extension. However, found it difficult balance their professional obligations struggled through Extension efforts. The purpose of this study was determine how Expectancy Value Theory (EVT) Achievement Motivation can explain tenure-track, faculty’s engagement...

Issues facing the agricultural and natural resource (ANR) sector can be contentious due to opposing viewpoints, with people working against one another rather than together come consensus on what will benefit industry as a whole. Without consistent message, ANR struggle when trying gain support from decision makers. Therefore, opinion leaders need skills bring individuals organizations critical issues that require groups reach consensus. Agricultural leadership programs offer educational...

Facebook has revolutionized the world in which we communicate. In just a few mouse clicks, you can access personal information, pictures, recent conversations, and much more about your “friends.” With these things mind, it is important to carefully consider implications of becoming friend. This 4-page fact sheet discusses professionalism legal considerations for using as tool promote Extension programs. Written by Amy Harder, Hannah S. Carter, Christy Chiarelli published UF Department...

Effective leadership is essential in the businesses where we work, institutions learn and communities live. Our own a product of how see world. The article looks at Bolman Deal's book Reframing Organizations different frames to address organizational issues leadership.

Proper human resources management can strengthen an organization through strategic talent recruitment and adequate benfits, but employee motivation is also needed to limit absenteeism ensure reaching its fullest potential. Research shows various methods that organizational leader take motivate employees by connecting them closer the meaning of their work. Using a case from former president John F. Kennedy his relationship NASA, this article illustrates one way work meaningfulness be adapted...

Higher education institutions are currently tackling a growing number of organizational challenges that have forced departments to evolve their business practices. Administrators faced with the need for more diverse programs which require facilities, faculty, and services, must decide whether develop talent internally or recruit new qualified candidates (Kutchner & Kleschick, 2016). Given great cost faculty searches, perceived diminishing availability talented applicants, it is...