Developing Leadership Skills Northouse, Introduction to Leadership, Chapter 7, pg 161. Case Study 7.1 Read Chapter 7 titled Creating a Vision, which challenges people to work toward a higher standard of excellence. Read the Mini Case Study on page 170 about A Clean Slate Then answer the following questions.

1. What is Nick Gibbons vision in this case study? How is it similar to or different from the vision of the owners of the paper? Discuss the unique challenges a leader faces when required to implement a vision of this or her superiors. Why do you think Nick wanted to open the workings of the paper up to the public? How is this related to his vision?

1. Visions usually require changing peoples values. What desired changes in values are highlighted by this case study?
2. How well did Nick Gibbons articulate his vision for the paper? If you were in Nicks shoes, how would you articulate your vision in this case?
3. Do you think the newspaper will thrive under Nicks leadership? Why?