• Altus Team 1: Module 4

  Discussion 1:Discussion Leadership

  Posted by Brenton Bai on May 18, 2025 at 3:55 pm

  Theory X and Y

  Reflection:

  Reflect on a recent interaction you had with someone you lead.

  Now consider the assumptions you were making in that moment—were you viewing them through a Theory X lens (people are lazy and need direction) or a Theory Y lens (people are self-motivated and want to grow)?

  How did that assumption shape your behavior, and how do you think it made the other person feel?

  Would the outcome have changed if you operated from the opposite assumption?

  Discussion Question:

  Nationally

  • If you had to guess, what percentage of leaders in most organisations operate from Theory X assumptions?

  Leadership Lens

  • In your experience, how do Theory X vs Theory Y assumptions influence the way leaders communicate and make decisions?

  Aspirational Leadership

  • What’s one way a leader could shift from a Theory X to a Theory Y approach in a practical, everyday interaction?

  Optional

  Organisational Reflection

  What are three potential benefits to the organisation when leaders operate with more Theory Y assumptions?

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