Before we can manage other people, we must be able to manage ourselves. Before we ask other people to change, we must be able to adapt to change.We live in a world of constant change. Instant communication and global economies and markets require individuals and organizations to constantly change the way we operate and the way we do business. Managing change is an important tool in the Six Sigma process. Managing Six Sigma teams is important to managing change, especially when you are the designated Six Sigma Champion on this team.Before you start to prepare your discussion, this six-minute video (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. will show you more about Six Sigma teams, how they are structured, and how to motivate team members.Using your current or past workplace, an organization where you are a member, or even ECPI as your school, describe a change process you have experienced that involved or should have involved Six Sigma methodology. Assume you are the Six Sigma Champion for this team. Describe how you would select members for your Six Sigma team. Consider how you will you lead and motivate the members of this team. Describe two strategies you will use to help motivate and lead these team members.

Task 3 In this module you will develop your leadership philosophy and explore interesting companies. In order to accomplish this assignment you will need to complete the following research: 1. Watch the Lynda course Developing Your Leadership Philosophy http://www.lynda.com/Business-Skills-tutorials/Developing-Your-Leadership-Philosophy/160362-2.html?org=stratford.edu download the exercise file (also found in the Important Documents folder) Develop your Leadership Philosophy 

In this unit, you were introduced to various leadership strategies for communicating organizational vision, goal setting, and decision-making. Effective leaders are known for seeking ways to better connect with followers in order to enhance team performances, promote organizational effectiveness, and seek clarity on what has been working well while determining what may need to change. Using your current employer or a company that interests you, respond to the following questions/topics. Briefly describe your company, including its vision. How does leadership support the vision? Identify potential problems or issues (current or future) that your company might experience if teams do not respectfully follow the requests of leadership when making crucial organizational decisions. Explain how followers can play a vital role in decision-making and goal setting if they are highly engaged in organizational processes and collaborate effectively in meetings. Analyze how different delivery styles of communication from leaders can positively or negatively affect the behavior and performances of followers. What might this company do in the future to improve leadership practices and performance measures for all workers? Include your rationale.