Title Verbalna komunikacija kao doprinos stvaranju imidža lidera: studija slučaja Elona Muska
Title (english) Verbal communication as a contribution to creating a leader's image: a case study of Elon Musk
Author Andrija Mamić
Mentor Tanja Grmuša (mentor)
Committee member Dijana Vuković (predsjednik povjerenstva)
Committee member Predrag Čudina (član povjerenstva)
Granter Zagreb School of Business Zagreb
Defense date and country 2024-09-25, Croatia
Scientific / art field, discipline and subdiscipline SOCIAL SCIENCES Information and Communication Sciences
Abstract Ovaj rad detaljno analizira verbalnu komunikaciju Elona Muska, jednog od
najutjecajnijih lidera današnjice, s posebnim fokusom na način na koji njegova
komunikacija oblikuje javni imidž i utječe na percepciju sljedbenika, poslovnih partnera
i šire javnosti. Musk je poznat po svojoj neortodoksnoj i direktnoj komunikaciji, koja je
često predmet analiza zbog načina na koji koristi javne nastupe, intervjue i društvene
mreže kao alat za postizanje svojih poslovnih ciljeva. Rad ispituje kako jasnoća,
direktnost, vizionarstvo i otvorenost prema kritikama, ali i neuspjesima, doprinose
njegovoj percepciji kao lidera, te kako te osobine stvaraju snažan utjecaj na javno
mišljenje i pozicioniranje njegovih tvrtki u visoko konkurentnim industrijama.
Proučavanjem njegovih govora, intervjua i interakcija na društvenim mrežama, rad
pokazuje kako Musk koristi različite stilove verbalne komunikacije ovisno o kontekstu i
situaciji. Poseban naglasak stavljen je na način na koji Musk komunicira kompleksne
tehničke i futurističke ideje na jednostavan i razumljiv način, čime ne samo da privlači
pažnju široke javnosti, već i motivira svoje timove i poslovne partnere. Rad pokazuje da
su jasnoća i sposobnost inspiracije ključni faktori koji doprinose Muskovom uspješnom
liderstvu. Njegova prilagodljivost u verbalnoj komunikaciji, kao i sposobnost da usmjeri
pozornost na dugoročne vizije, važni su elementi koji mu pomažu u ostvarivanju
vizionarskih ciljeva u industrijama poput svemirske tehnologije, električnih automobila i
obnovljivih izvora energije. Također, rad ukazuje na to da Muskova otvorenost prema
neuspjehu i spremnost da javno prizna greške povećava njegovu autentičnost u očima
sljedbenika i poslovnih partnera. Rad zaključuje da je verbalna komunikacija ključan alat
za uspješno liderstvo u tehnološki naprednim i dinamičnim industrijama. Muskova
sposobnost da se prilagodi različitim situacijama i sugovornicima dodatno doprinosi
njegovom uspjehu. Posebna pažnja mogla bi se posvetiti tome kako lideri poput Muska
prilagođavaju svoje komunikacijske pristupe globalnoj publici, ali i internim timovima,
te kako te prilagodbe doprinose uspjehu njihovih organizacija.
Abstract (english) This paper provides a detailed analysis of Elon Musk's verbal communication, one
of the most influential leaders of today, with a particular focus on how his communication
shapes his public image and affects the perception of his followers, business partners, and
the wider public. Musk is known for his unorthodox and direct communication, which is
often analyzed due to the way he uses public appearances, interviews, and social media
as tools to achieve his business goals. The paper examines how clarity, directness, vision,
and openness to criticism and failure contribute to his perception as a leader, and how
these traits have a significant impact on public opinion and the positioning of his
companies in highly competitive industries. By studying his speeches, interviews, and
interactions on social media, the paper demonstrates how Musk uses different styles of
verbal communication depending on the context and situation. Special emphasis is placed
on how Musk communicates complex technical and futuristic ideas in a simple and
understandable way, which not only captures the attention of the general public but also
motivates his teams and business partners. The paper shows that clarity and the ability to
inspire are key factors contributing to Musk's successful leadership. His adaptability in
verbal communication, as well as his ability to focus on long-term visions, are important
elements that help him achieve visionary goals in industries such as space technology,
electric vehicles, and renewable energy. Additionally, the paper highlights that Musk’s
openness to failure and his willingness to publicly acknowledge mistakes enhances his
authenticity in the eyes of his followers and business partners. The paper concludes that
verbal communication is a crucial tool for successful leadership in technologically
advanced and dynamic industries. Musk's ability to adapt to different situations and
interlocutors further contributes to his success. Special attention could be given to how
leaders like Musk adjust their communication approaches to a global audience as well as
internal teams, and how these adjustments contribute to the success of their organizations.
Keywords
verbalna komunikacija
liderstvo
javni imidž
vizionarstvo
poslovni partneri.
Keywords (english)
verbal communication
leadership
public image
vision
business partners.
Language croatian
URN:NBN urn:nbn:hr:180:075798
Study programme Title: Marketing and Communications Undergraduate studies Study programme type: professional Study level: undergraduate Academic / professional title: prvostupnik/prvostupnica (baccalaureus/baccalaurea) marketinga i komunikacija (prvostupnik/prvostupnica (baccalaureus/baccalaurea) marketinga i komunikacija)
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