30 Questions
What are the four major factors of leadership according to the text?
Follower, leader, communication, situation
Why is it important for a leader to have an understanding of human nature?
To know employees' be, know, and do attributes
What determines if a leader is successful according to the text?
The followers' trust and confidence in the leader
What does a new hire typically require according to the text?
Different leadership style than an experienced employee
Why should a leader be a good role model according to the text?
To set an example for employees
What is emphasized in understanding human nature according to the text?
'Be, know, and do' attributes
When is the authoritarian (autocratic) leadership style appropriate?
When the leader is short on time
What is the key difference between a leader and a boss according to the text?
Leaders inspire people to achieve high goals, while bosses instruct people to accomplish tasks.
What is a misconception about authoritarian leadership style?
It includes yelling, demeaning language, and threats
How can a person become an effective leader?
By continually working and studying to improve leadership abilities.
When is participative (democratic) leadership usually used?
When employees have some information and can contribute
What aspect of leadership does the text emphasize as acquired through continuous effort?
Knowledge and skills
What does it mean when a leader uses delegative (free-reign) leadership style?
Employees can make decisions independently
How does the text describe the process of influencing others to accomplish tasks?
Applying leadership attributes such as ethics and character.
Which leadership style can be seen as a sign of strength according to the text?
Participative (democratic)
What does the text suggest is necessary to inspire a team into higher levels of teamwork?
Being, knowing, and doing certain things
Under what conditions should delegative (free-reign) leadership be employed?
When employees are capable of determining what needs to be done
How does the text describe the development of good leaders?
By developing through a never-ending process of self-study, education, training, and experience.
What is a key characteristic of team decision making described in the text?
It encourages active participation by all team members
How is feedback given within the team according to the text?
Feedback is asked for by members and freely given to help each other
How is conflict managed within a team based on the text?
Team members are encouraged to express negative feelings and confrontations are managed by team members
What is the attitude towards mistakes within the team according to the text?
Mistakes are treated as a source of learning rather than reasons for punishment
What happens to individual resources, talents, and skills of team members according to the text?
They are fully identified, recognized, and used whenever appropriate
What is the approach towards risk taking and creativity in a team setting as per the text?
Risk taking and creativity are encouraged
What is the fundamental difference between a manager and a leader in terms of authority?
Managers obtain authority from their followers, while leaders receive power directly from followers.
In the context of sanctions, what distinguishes the role of a manager from that of a leader?
Managers control organizational sanctions, while leaders control informal sanctions.
How do managers differ from leaders in terms of role continuance?
Managers continue in office based on performance, while leaders continue based on social satisfaction.
What type of authority do managers typically hold compared to leaders?
Formal authority for managers and acceptance authority for leaders.
How do the sanctions exercised by managers differ from those by leaders?
Managers grant or exercise organizational sanctions, while leaders deal with individual needs.
What distinguishes managerial role continuance from leadership role continuance?
Managerial role continuance is based on satisfactory performance, while leadership role continuance is based on individual social satisfaction.
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