Class Topics
What do leaders do that managers don't?
They have more vision for the future
Which Classmate spoke the most in class?
MILO
Tranformational Leader
What is Professor Longmire's first name
Natalie
What major coffee chain faced a big strike in 2025 as workers demanded better treatment from leadership?
Starbucks
What are the three dark triad traits?
Narcissism, Psychopathy, and Machiavellianism
What group brought in Caffeine Gum?
Energy Leaders
Which South African leader exemplifies ethical leadership and reconciliation, aligning with the idea that "Leaders must act themselves ethically."
Nelson Mandela
Where did Professor Longmire attend for Undergrad
Vanderbilt
What major U.S. bank that faced scandals in the past was back in the news this year for poor employee stress levels and sales practices?
Wells Fargo
What is the least harmful of the dark triad traits
Narcisism
Where is Blake Miller From
San Antonio, TX
Which powerful historical figure demonstrates the dark side of leadership, specifically narcissism and hubris, leading to reckless decision-making during his attempts to conquer Europe?
Napoleon Bonnaparte
Where did Professor Longmire get her PH.D?
UT Austin (HOOK 'EM)
In 2025, many fashion brands have promoted sustainability and workplace well-being. Which leader that we studied in class, who built her company around simplicity and collaboration, are they taking inspiration from?
Eileen Fisher
What is the antidote to hubris?
Humility
What were the names of our two guest speakers
Brady Hillard and Di-Ann Eisnor
This U.S. president is often cited as an example of authentic leadership because he openly acknowledged his weaknesses reflected deeply on his decisions, and led with strong personal values
Abraham Lincoln
What sorority was Professor Longmire in at the University
Kappa Alpha Theta
When a company replaces a CEO to change direction, which Kotter leadership function is most relevant?
Setting a new vision
What is the difference between "In-Use" and "Espoused" values
"In-Use" describes the values that an organization actually enacts, while "Espoused" values are what an organization says it values.
For show and tell, who brought a guitar pick?
Edward
Known for prioritizing the well-being of his people over personal power, this independence leader is widely used as a model of servant leadership, emphasizing humility and service to others.
Gandhi
What is Professor Longmire's mother's Name?
Suzanne Tortorigi
What in-class concept explains why workers may protest against a company’s pressure-filled environment?
Toxic organizational culture / misaligned incentives