Leadership and Communication Styles

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What is often used as a gauge of a leader's ability to influence others?

Influence (correct)

Authority

Expertise

Likeability

Which characteristic is NOT mentioned as an important factor in determining a leader's influence?

Charisma (correct)

Expertise

Authority

Likeability

What conflict may arise for individuals with a predominantly feminine style in leadership roles?

Inadequate professional training

Bullying behavior

Stereotypical leader role vs. feminine gender role (correct)

Conflict with masculine colleagues

Why do women frequently rely on overcoming a double-bind to exert influence?

Social pressure related to gender stereotypes Signup and view all the answers

How has the historical occupation of higher-status positions by men affected the perception of competence?

It resulted in men being seen as more competent. Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of higher-status individuals contributes to their perceived influence?

Agentic behaviors Signup and view all the answers

What belief about women's communication skills affects their perceived leadership effectiveness?

Women are less effective communicators Signup and view all the answers

Why is the issue of competence and likeability particularly relevant to gender in leadership?

Women's competence is often questioned Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge when enlisting the help and support of others in a group?

Identifying social interactions Signup and view all the answers

What can influence leadership roles in the workplace?

Gender stereotypes Signup and view all the answers

What is a common question regarding leadership styles and gender?

Do men and women have different leadership styles? Signup and view all the answers

How might group development be influenced by leadership?

By analyzing leadership styles Signup and view all the answers

What perception about women in leadership is mentioned?

Women are viewed as being helpless. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of leadership, why does treating women the same as men not result in fairness?

Because it ignores existing gender biases and stereotypes. Signup and view all the answers

What do some people claim about the impact of gender differences on leadership performance?

Gender differences hinder leadership performance. Signup and view all the answers

What should a good leadership style include according to the text?

Effective communication Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of gender mainstreaming?

Achieving gender equality Signup and view all the answers

Which principle is NOT one of the key principles of gender mainstreaming?

Evaluation Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to reflect societal diversity in addressing gender inequalities?

To adequately address inequalities caused by race, ethnicity, age, and social class Signup and view all the answers

How has the perception of leadership roles evolved in recent years, according to the text?

Both men and women are expected to be effective leaders Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best explains how gender influences leadership effectiveness?

Gender affects how leaders are perceived and how they behave Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason why it is important to go beyond oversimplified generalizations about male and female leadership?

To maximize leadership effectiveness across genders Signup and view all the answers

Which variable is least likely to be considered when addressing gender inequalities?

Political affiliation Signup and view all the answers

Why is it critical to think about how gender affects leadership?

To recognize the diverse impacts of gender on leadership effectiveness Signup and view all the answers