Leader-follower communication

Qualitative research project on leader-follower communication Details: Locate three followers who report to different organizational leaders (three different leaders). Using qualitative in-depth interview methods and procedures, determine how followers want their leaders to communicate with them style, quantity, type, etc. Write a research paper that presents the research question that answers what followers want from their leaders regarding communication, the methods and procedures used, the data collected, the analysis of the data, and your general findings. ——————————————————————————————————— Assignment Breakdown: Conduct three interviews with followers from different organizations who report to three different leaders. Gather qualitative data through in-depth interviews regarding followers’ preferred communication styles, frequency, and impact. Write a research paper addressing the research question: What do followers want from their leaders in terms of communication? Discuss methods, data collection, analysis, and findings. Support your research with academic sources (at least six scholarly references). Include interview documentation (make sure your questions in an Appendix after your References section). Assignment Details: Please review this PowerPoint Download this PowerPointfor details of what you will cover in your paper. Your professor will go through this presentation with you at the beginning of Period 2 as well, to ensure you understand the project and how it will be delivered. Sample Interview Questions: What is your position in the organization? What types of tasks do you work on with your supervisor? How many hours a week do you spend with your supervisor? What methods of communication do you use with your supervisor? (Email, meetings, phone, etc.) How often do you feel heard, empowered, and valued by communicating with your supervisor? How does your supervisors communication style align with your preferences and personality? If you could change one thing about how your supervisor communicates with you, what would it be? Research Paper Structure & Requirements Length: 8-10 pages (not including title page, references, and appendices). Because you will be covering a lot of information, your paper can go up to 12 pages of content Format: APA formatting only Sections to Include: Title page – Standard APA formatting Abstract Summarize the essence of your research. Introduction Clearly outlines the research purpose and what the reader can expect. Core Content; Methodology & Findings Present your research findings, key themes, and analysis. Conclusion Summarize key takeaways without introducing new information. References – Include all secondary data sources, which should be associated with in-text citations throughout your paper (one source to approx. every 300-500 words minimum). Appendices – Place after the References section. REQUIRED: You must include all standardized interview questions you used