1. What's the problem at WCBA?
2. Using SLII® as a basis, what would you advise Ann to do differently at the station?
3. Based on Situational Leadership®, what creative schemes could Ann use to reduce FCC infractions at WCBA?
Ann Caldera is the program director of a college radio station that hires new students each year. Students are highly motivated to be hired and work at the station. Once hired, students often fail to follow FCC rules for airtime, which can result in serious problems for the station.
Ann is frustrated by the FCC violations, since she puts a lot of effort into helping new DJs and gives them handouts about the rules. She also spends time building personal relationships with the students and wants them all to be happy.
Ann seems, on paper, to be a likeable and strong leader. However, students are new to FCC rules/regulations, and Ann needs to offer them very clear direction to ensure their success. These students need a bit less support and motivation and more clear direction.