Read the article "The Basic Principles of Production Management" (link below). Based on what you have read about leadership styles, and reading the 7 primary principles of production management, discuss the leadership style(s) Barrett mentions that you believe fit BEST in production management or a production industry and why. This assignment will require some critical analysis. Note: The author of this article is from the UK, so some words will be spelled differently than you are accustomed to.

http://www.winman.com/blog/bid/341826/the-basic-principles-of-production-managementLinks to an external site.

You must use your book and/or external resources. Include the references when you submit your video.

Initial video post due Thursday 11:59 p.m. Video must be no longer than 3-4 minutes. Respond to at least two peers by Sunday, 11:59 p.m. You do not have to do a video response to your peers. All WRITTEN peer responses must be between 100-150 words. 

The expectation is that your initial posts are logical and clear. You must synthesize the material to produce your post. Please do not merely regurgitate what you read from the material. Peer responses must expand the originator’s thought, incorporating your own research. Please do not merely state you agree or disagree with the originator. APA formatting is required.

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