BUS7100v3
National University
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, Evaluate Research Literature around Your Research Topic
Introduction
The assignment for week three involves expanding on the scope of the research focus
from week two’s lesson. The selected articles must be primary sources published in scholarly,
peer-reviewed journals within the last five years. This expansion aims to deepen the background
knowledge of the chosen research topic and support the study with at least one credible article
that presents findings or interpretations differing from prominent thoughts in the literature. The
paper will distill the main ideas essential for understanding the problem. That prompts the study.
Lastly, it will explicitly discuss the problem focus and provide evidence demonstrating that the
problem is worthy of a research study.
Background
Historically, leadership has been vested in positions, while today, leadership is seen as a
role one moves continuously into and out of, depending on the circumstance (Klingbord, 2006).
The Army’s foundation is built upon its leadership, crucial for maintaining discipline, morale,
and effectiveness within its ranks. Strong leadership ensures that strategic objectives are met and
soldiers are motivated and equipped to face the challenges of their duties. Influential leaders fos-
ter a sense of unity and purpose, guiding their teams through routine operations and high-stress
combat situations. The Army’s operational capability and cohesion could significantly improve
with robust leadership, affecting its overall mission readiness and success.
As the pace of change continues to rise, leaders of organizations must adjust their
strategies and systems to thrive in new environments (Bowles, 2017). The environments where
the Army operates continue to evolve as technology advances and the world adapts. The Army
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