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e. LEADERSHIP TRAITS, BEHAVIOR AND MANNERS

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e. LEADERSHIP TRAITS, BEHAVIOR AND MANNERS

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j. LEADERSHIP LESSONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

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j. LEADERSHIP LESSONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

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Was released on July 19, 2019.

A remake of Disney’s 1994 animated classic of the same name.

Directed by Jon Favreau

Features an all-star voice cast - Donald Glover (Simba), Beyoncé (Nala), James Earl Jones (Mufasa), Chiwetel Ejiofor (Scar), and Seth Rogen (Pumbaa).

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SIMBA’S LEADERSHIP GROWTH: FROM IMMATURITY TO RESPONSIBILITY

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SIMBA’S LEADERSHIP GROWTH: FROM IMMATURITY TO RESPONSIBILITY

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🎥 Key Scene: Young Simba excitedly sings “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King”

🦁 Lesson: True leadership is not about power but about responsibility and service to others.

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🎥 Key Scene: Rafiki tells Simba, “The past can hurt. But you can either run from it or learn from it.”

💡 Lesson: Great leaders confront their fears and past failures - using them as lessons to grow stronger.

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🎥 Key Scene: Simba returns to the Pride Lands and rallies his friends to defeat Scar.

🤝 Lesson: A great leader values teamwork, trust, and the well-being of their people.

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1. STARTING (EXPOSITION) – THE RISE AND FALL OF SIMBA

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1. STARTING (EXPOSITION) – THE RISE AND FALL OF SIMBA

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Simba was born as the prince of the Pride Lands, where his father, Mufasa, rules with wisdom and strength.

Mufasa teaches Simba about the Circle of Life and the responsibilities that come with leadership.

Scar, Mufasa’s jealous brother, tricks Simba into entering a wildebeest stampede as part of his plan to seize the throne.

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Scar deceives Simba into entering a wildebeest stampede, where Mufasa is killed while trying to save him.

Scar manipulates Simba into believing that he is responsible for his father’s death and convinces him to run away.

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3. RISING ACTION – SIMBA’S CAREFREE LIFE

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3. RISING ACTION – SIMBA’S CAREFREE LIFE

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Simba meets Timon and Pumbaa, who introduce him to their carefree philosophy, Hakuna Matata.

Simba grows up in exile, avoiding his past and responsibilities.

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4. CLIMAX – SIMBA’S RETURN AND FINAL BATTLE

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4. CLIMAX – SIMBA’S RETURN AND FINAL BATTLE

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Simba’s childhood friend, Nala, finds him and reveals the Pride Lands’ terrible condition.

Rafiki reminds Simba that Mufasa’s spirit lives within him, inspiring him to face his past.

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5. ENDING (RESOLUTION) – SIMBA CLAIMS HIS DESTINY

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5. ENDING (RESOLUTION) – SIMBA CLAIMS HIS DESTINY

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Simba takes his rightful place as king.

Simba and Nala present their newborn cub - the continuation of the Circle of Life and the legacy of great leadership.

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1️⃣ Protector of the Pride Lands

Simba ensures the safety and well-being of his people by defending the kingdom from Scar’s tyranny.

2️⃣ Inspiration and Role Model

Simba leads with courage and integrity by overcoming his past mistakes - reclaiming his throne and restoring the Circle of Life.

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1️⃣ Transformational Leadership

Simba listens to the advice of Nala, Rafiki, and his allies before making decisions. He motivates and inspires others to fight for the Pride Lands.

2️⃣ Theory Y Leadership

Simba trusts his followers (Nala and the lionesses) to help him reclaim the throne.

He empowers others to take part in the kingdom’s restoration.

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1️⃣ Overcoming Fear and Accepting Responsibility

Simba is reminded by Rafiki and Mufasa’s spirit that he was born to lead.

2️⃣ Proving His Strength and Integrity

Simba confronts Scar, learns the truth about his father’s death, and fights to restore justice.

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1️⃣ Simba questions his worthiness to be king.

2️⃣ Must overcome his guilt and accept that he is the rightful ruler.

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CHALLENGING A CORRUPT AND POWERFUL OPPONENT

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CHALLENGING A CORRUPT AND POWERFUL OPPONENT

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1️⃣ Scar has ruled through fear and manipulation, making it difficult for Simba to take back the throne.

2️⃣ Simba must unite the Pride Lands and defeat Scar to restore justice.

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1️⃣ The lionesses and other animals may doubt Simba’s ability to lead.

2️⃣ Prove his strength, wisdom, and commitment to the Pride Lands through his actions.

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e. LEADERSHIP TRAITS, BEHAVIOUR AND MANNERS

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✅ COURAGEOUS – Simba shows bravery when he returns to confront Scar and reclaim his throne.

✅ RESILIENT – Simba learns from his past and fights for his people despite his guilt, exile, and fear.

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✅ TAKES RESPONSIBILITY – Simba runs away from his past, but later accepts his duty as king and works to restore the Pride Lands.

❌ AVOIDANCE AND ESCAPISM – Simba avoids his responsibilities by living a carefree life with Timon and Pumbaa.

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✅ LEADS WITH COMPASSION AND FAIRNESS – Simba does not rule through fear, instead, he values teamwork and respects his followers' opinions.

❌ SELF-DOUBTING AND INDECISIVE – Simba hesitates to return because he believes he is unworthy of being king which is inappropriate because a strong leader must act when needed.

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Simba expresses his intentions to his allies (Nala, Timon, Pumbaa, and the lionesses) ensuring everyone understands the mission to reclaim the Pride Lands.

Strong communication creates unity, ensures clear roles and responsibilities, and helps motivate the team toward achieving success together.

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Simba understands the struggles of his people under Scar’s rule and shows compassion towards Nala, Rafiki, and his friends.

Simba connects emotionally with his team members to gain their trust and loyalty.

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Simba strategically confronts Scar, exposing the truth rather than attacking recklessly.

To ensure long-term stability and prevent further division within the group.

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❌ SIMBA DID NOT ALWAYS DEMONSTRATE EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOUR

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❌ SIMBA DID NOT ALWAYS DEMONSTRATE EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOUR

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Simba fled into exile, avoiding his duty as the rightful king, which allowed Scar to rule with tyranny.

Ultimately causing the Pride Lands to fall into ruin due to a scarcity of food and water.

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With encouragement from Nala and Rafiki, Simba accepted his past, overcame self-doubt, and confronted Scar.

Simba’s leadership evolved - he did not always demonstrate effective leadership, but he learned from his mistakes.

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Simba, despite having the opportunity to take revenge on Scar, chooses to focus on justice and rebuilding the Pride Lands.

e.g.: When Simba defeats Scar, he does not kill him in cold blood but instead allows him to face the consequences of his actions.

It highlights his sense of fairness, self-restraint, and ethical leadership.

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STRENGTH: ABILITY TO BUILD STRONG RELATIONSHIPS

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STRENGTH: ABILITY TO BUILD STRONG RELATIONSHIPS

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Simba demonstrates this strength by forming meaningful connections with those around him.

e.g.: Simba forms deep and loyal bonds with Nala – His childhood friend and trusted advisor, who challenges him to return and take responsibility for his kingdom.

It highlights his sense of of belonging and teamwork.

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Simba struggles with emotional reactivity when faced with personal attacks and high-pressure situations.

e.g.: Simba loses control and attacks Scar out of anger when Scar manipulates him by revealing the truth about Mufasa’s death.

This emotional response leads Simba to make rash choices that endanger both himself and those he leads.

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WEAKNESS: TENDENCY TO AVOID CONFRONTATION

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WEAKNESS: TENDENCY TO AVOID CONFRONTATION

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Simba initially avoids confrontation, allowing problems to grow worse over time.

e.g.: Instead of seeking the truth or fighting for his rightful place, Simba chooses to run away.

This tendency to avoid confrontation delays his personal and leadership growth as a leader.

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📍Timestamp: 1:10:30

📖 Incident: Simba, filled with self-doubt, sees Mufasa’s spirit in the clouds, reminding him that he is the rightful king and must take responsibility.

🎯 Leadership Impact: This moment inspires Simba to embrace his responsibility, showing that leaders sometimes need guidance and self-reflection to regain confidence and direction.

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2️⃣ "THE PAST CAN HURT. BUT YOU CAN EITHER RUN FROM IT OR LEARN FROM IT"

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2️⃣ "THE PAST CAN HURT. BUT YOU CAN EITHER RUN FROM IT OR LEARN FROM IT"

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📍 Timestamp: 1:15:45

📖 Incident: Rafiki playfully hits Simba with a stick to teach him that mistakes and pain should be learning experiences, not something to run from.

🎯 Leadership Impact: This lesson pushes Simba to stop avoiding his responsibilities and take action, demonstrating that true leaders learn from past mistakes and use them to grow.

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📍 Timestamp: 1:05:20

📖 Incident: Nala finds Simba in exile and urges him to return because Scar has destroyed the Pride Lands. She reminds him that the kingdom needs him.

🎯 Leadership Impact: This moment highlights the importance of listening to trusted advisors. Simba’s decision to return and fight for his kingdom shows that leaders must step up when their people need them the most.

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j. LEADERSHIP LESSONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

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j. LEADERSHIP LESSONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

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1️⃣ LEADERSHIP REQUIRES COURAGE AND RESPONSIBILITY

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1️⃣ LEADERSHIP REQUIRES COURAGE AND RESPONSIBILITY

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🤝 Lesson: True leaders take responsibility for their actions, even in difficult situations.

📖 It teaches that being a leader means facing challenges with bravery and making decisions that benefit everyone, not just oneself.

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2️⃣ INTERPERSONAL SKILLS STRENGTHEN TEAMWORK AND SUCCESS

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2️⃣ INTERPERSONAL SKILLS STRENGTHEN TEAMWORK AND SUCCESS

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🤝 Lesson: Effective communication, teamwork, and trust are essential for achieving success. No leader can succeed alone.

📖 The film demonstrates how good relationships, teamwork, and trust are essential for working together to achieve a common goal.

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3️⃣ LEADERS MUST LEARN FROM PAST MISTAKES TO ADAPT AND GROW

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3️⃣ LEADERS MUST LEARN FROM PAST MISTAKES TO ADAPT AND GROW

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🤝 Lesson: In today’s organizations, leaders must embrace failures, adapt to change, and use past mistakes as stepping stones for improvement.

📖 It encourages people to embrace mistakes as learning opportunities and to not run away from difficult situations.