Leadership and Character CDS

A group presentation on Donald Trump

Donald J. Trump started his business career in

an office he shared with his father, Fred, in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, New York.

He worked with his father for five years.

Mr. Trump has stated, “My father was my mentor and I learned a tremendous amount about every aspect of the construction industry from him.”

Introduction

Mr. Trump is also known as a world-class golf

course developer, with award-winning courses. Los Angeles (Trump National Golf Clubs), Palm Beach (Trump International Golf Club) Aberdeen, Scotland (Trump International Golf

Links) Mr. Trump is an avid golfer and his passion is

evident in the spectacular courses he has developed and continues to develop worldwide.

His latest acquisitions are Trump National Golf Club/Colts Neck, N.J, and Trump National Golf Club

Introduction

Donald J. Trump is the very definition of the

American success story. Continually set new standards of excellence

while expanding his interests nationally and internationally.

Mr. Trump is personally involved in everything that his name represents. In all his endeavours the Trump gold standard is apparent.

He is the archetypal businessman—a deal maker without peer and an ardent philanthropist.

Introduction

Has ownership and broadcast rights for the

Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA Pageants.

In January of 2004, produced and stared in the television reality show, The Apprentice. The show quickly became #1 on television and is currently in its tenth season.

Mr. Trump’s production company, Trump Productions, is based in Los Angeles.

Accomplishments

As an accomplished and best selling

author, Mr. Trump has had numerous best sellers including, The Art of the Deal (Business classic) The Art of the Comeback The America We Deserve How To Get Rich Think Like a Billionaire

Accomplishments

In New York City, the Trump signature is synonymous

with the most prestigious of addresses. Fifth Avenue skyscraper, Trump Tower Trump World Tower Trump Park Avenue

In 1997, Trump International Hotel & Tower opened its doors to the world, a 52-story super luxury hotel and residential building designed by the famed architect Philip Johnson.

In 2008, the 92-story Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago opened and was touted by Condé Nast Traveler as the “hottest new hotel in North America.”

Accomplishments

Charismatic Leadership

An analysis on Donald Trump

“PLAYING THE TRUMP CARD - How did The Donald become The Donald? by Kaya Morgan”

References

Charismatic Leadership –

Power to inspire devotion and enthusiasm. Ignite energy and commitment amongst followers to produce results above and beyond the call of duty.

Definition

1. Emotional Impact on people as they

appeal to both the heart and mind.

2. Challenge the status quo

3. Use personal and relational power as opposed to transitional power

Characteristics of a Charismatic Leader

“The story about Trump's limo breaking down on the side of the road, and the unemployed auto mechanic who stopped to help repair his car is true. But what most people don't know was the way Trump expressed his gratitude. He sent the mechanic's wife a bouquet of flowers — and then paid off the man's mortgage.”

1) Emotional Impact

Appeal to the heart (flowers)

Mind (action, intention) .

Went the extra mile express how grateful he was to the mechanic who fixed his car.

“For instance, going against the rule of using lower prices to drive out competitors — when Trump had competitors, not only did he not lower prices, he even raised them.”

2) Challenge the status quo

It is a common practise that to win competition a common strategy is to lower prices

Did the opposite, Trump has challenged the status quo and emerged successful.

Premium Status

“He negotiates with subcontractors himself instead of relying on the formality of a purchasing department, and isn't opposed to using his own celebrity to better the deal – like the time he agreed to call the subcontractor's mother and wish her a happy birthday.”

3) Personal and Relational Power

Despite his position, he uses his personal self to negotiate with others.

This is an example of personal power as he able to use himself as a model to relate with others.