10 Questions
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, physiological needs are considered lower-order (external) needs.
True
McGregor's Theory X assumes that workers can exercise self-direction and desire responsibility.
False
Communication involves the transfer and agreement of meaning.
False
Organizational communication encompasses all the patterns, networks, and systems of communications within an organization.
True
The function of communication to provide emotional expression involves social interaction in the form of work group communications.
True
Leaders challenge the status quo, create visions of the future, and inspire organizational members to achieve the visions. Managers, on the other hand, formulate detailed plans, create efficient organizational structures, and oversee day-to-day operations. This statement is:
True
Motivation is the result of an interaction between the person and a situation; it is not a personal trait. This statement is:
True
According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory, individuals must satisfy higher-order needs before they can satisfy lower-order needs. This statement is:
False
Strong leadership and strong management are both essential for optimal effectiveness in an organization. This statement is:
True
Motivation works best when individual needs are incompatible with organizational goals. This statement is:
False
Study Notes
Motivation and Leadership
- Physiological needs are considered lower-order (external) needs according to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
- Motivation is the result of an interaction between the person and a situation; it is not a personal trait.
Management and Leadership
- Leaders challenge the status quo, create visions of the future, and inspire organizational members to achieve the visions.
- Managers, on the other hand, formulate detailed plans, create efficient organizational structures, and oversee day-to-day operations.
- Strong leadership and strong management are both essential for optimal effectiveness in an organization.
Communication
- Communication involves the transfer and agreement of meaning.
- Organizational communication encompasses all the patterns, networks, and systems of communications within an organization.
- The function of communication to provide emotional expression involves social interaction in the form of work group communications.
Theories
- McGregor's Theory X assumes that workers can exercise self-direction and desire responsibility.
- According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory, individuals must satisfy lower-order needs before they can satisfy higher-order needs.
Test your knowledge of leadership principles, the roles of leaders and managers, and the differences between leadership and management. Explore concepts such as influencing groups to achieve goals, challenging the status quo, creating visions, and inspiring organizational members.
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