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What characteristic defines passive followers?
What characteristic defines passive followers?
- They actively contribute to group discussions.
- They tend to avoid taking risks. (correct)
- They often challenge authority.
- They think critically about leadership decisions.
What is the primary concern of active but dependent followers?
What is the primary concern of active but dependent followers?
- Empowering others
- Leading others
- Innovating solutions
- Avoiding conflict (correct)
What type of behavior do chameleonic followers exhibit?
What type of behavior do chameleonic followers exhibit?
- They tend to go with the flow. (correct)
- They initiate change within the group.
- They critically analyze group dynamics.
- They assert their independence.
Which type of follower is able to think critically and act independently?
Which type of follower is able to think critically and act independently?
What does accountability mean in a leadership context?
What does accountability mean in a leadership context?
What is a fundamental element of leadership?
What is a fundamental element of leadership?
Which behavior do effective followers respect?
Which behavior do effective followers respect?
What is the greatest fear of a survivor type follower?
What is the greatest fear of a survivor type follower?
What type of power is derived from a nurse's position within a group?
What type of power is derived from a nurse's position within a group?
Which type of power influences behavior through personal relationships?
Which type of power influences behavior through personal relationships?
According to the Great Man Theory, leaders are considered to be born with what?
According to the Great Man Theory, leaders are considered to be born with what?
What is a key characteristic of charismatic leaders?
What is a key characteristic of charismatic leaders?
Which power type involves the ability to provide rewards to influence behavior?
Which power type involves the ability to provide rewards to influence behavior?
Which leadership theory is associated with inspiring emotional commitment and loyalty?
Which leadership theory is associated with inspiring emotional commitment and loyalty?
What type of power allows a leader to impose punishment on subordinates?
What type of power allows a leader to impose punishment on subordinates?
Which behavior is characteristic of effective leaders according to the content provided?
Which behavior is characteristic of effective leaders according to the content provided?
What is the primary way in which leadership differs from management?
What is the primary way in which leadership differs from management?
Which statement best describes followership?
Which statement best describes followership?
What type of follower does not utilize their strengths to assist the team in achieving goals?
What type of follower does not utilize their strengths to assist the team in achieving goals?
Which of the following roles requires a formal position to influence group members?
Which of the following roles requires a formal position to influence group members?
How does leadership primarily achieve its goals?
How does leadership primarily achieve its goals?
What is the primary attribute of a skilled follower?
What is the primary attribute of a skilled follower?
Which type of follower is characterized by critical thinking but also independence?
Which type of follower is characterized by critical thinking but also independence?
Which of the following best illustrates the difference between leaders and managers regarding initiative?
Which of the following best illustrates the difference between leaders and managers regarding initiative?
What does contingency theory suggest about leadership styles?
What does contingency theory suggest about leadership styles?
Which aspect does NOT influence a leader's role in contingency theory?
Which aspect does NOT influence a leader's role in contingency theory?
According to Hersey and Blanchard, what determines the appropriate leadership style?
According to Hersey and Blanchard, what determines the appropriate leadership style?
What is a key characteristic of an effective leader according to the theories discussed?
What is a key characteristic of an effective leader according to the theories discussed?
Which of the following leadership behaviors is emphasized in Tannenbaum and Schmidt's theory?
Which of the following leadership behaviors is emphasized in Tannenbaum and Schmidt's theory?
What does high task structure indicate in a leadership context?
What does high task structure indicate in a leadership context?
Which term describes the power a leader has due to their position in an organization?
Which term describes the power a leader has due to their position in an organization?
What aspect is emphasized in effective leader-member relationships?
What aspect is emphasized in effective leader-member relationships?
Which approach to conflict involves complimenting one’s opponent and downplaying differences?
Which approach to conflict involves complimenting one’s opponent and downplaying differences?
In which approach does one party remove themselves to resolve the conflict?
In which approach does one party remove themselves to resolve the conflict?
What is a characteristic of the competing approach in conflict resolution?
What is a characteristic of the competing approach in conflict resolution?
Which conflict resolution approach is appropriate in life-or-death situations?
Which conflict resolution approach is appropriate in life-or-death situations?
What result does the competing approach generally yield?
What result does the competing approach generally yield?
What does Path Goal Theory primarily emphasize for effective leadership?
What does Path Goal Theory primarily emphasize for effective leadership?
According to Hollander's theory, which of the following is a key component in leadership exchange?
According to Hollander's theory, which of the following is a key component in leadership exchange?
What does Situational Leadership Theory predict about leadership style?
What does Situational Leadership Theory predict about leadership style?
In Transactional Leadership, what is the nature of the relationship between leaders and followers?
In Transactional Leadership, what is the nature of the relationship between leaders and followers?
What is a central idea of Servant Leadership as proposed by Robert Greenleaf?
What is a central idea of Servant Leadership as proposed by Robert Greenleaf?
Which of the following reflects the essence of Transformational Leadership?
Which of the following reflects the essence of Transformational Leadership?
What component does Kanter emphasize as insufficient for effective leadership?
What component does Kanter emphasize as insufficient for effective leadership?
What is the primary focus of Transactional Leadership compared to Transformational Leadership?
What is the primary focus of Transactional Leadership compared to Transformational Leadership?
Flashcards
Leadership
Leadership
Using influence to inspire others to achieve a goal; working outside organizational rules, policies, or procedures.
Management
Management
Using position to direct others; working within organizational rules, policies, and procedures.
Followership
Followership
Active engagement in contributing to the group's goals, not passive acceptance.
Formal Leader
Formal Leader
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Informal Leader
Informal Leader
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Independent Follower
Independent Follower
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Passive Follower
Passive Follower
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Alienated follower
Alienated follower
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Passive Follower
Passive Follower
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Active Follower
Active Follower
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Conformist
Conformist
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Survivor
Survivor
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Dynamic Follower
Dynamic Follower
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Vision
Vision
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Influence
Influence
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Authority
Authority
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Responsibility
Responsibility
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Accountability
Accountability
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Legitimate Power
Legitimate Power
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Expert Power
Expert Power
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Referent Power
Referent Power
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Reward Power
Reward Power
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Connection Power
Connection Power
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Coercive Power
Coercive Power
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Great Man Theory
Great Man Theory
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Charismatic Leadership Theory
Charismatic Leadership Theory
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Instrumental Activities
Instrumental Activities
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Contingency Theory
Contingency Theory
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Leader-Member Relationship
Leader-Member Relationship
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Task Structure
Task Structure
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Position Power
Position Power
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Hersey and Blanchard's Theory
Hersey and Blanchard's Theory
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Leadership Styles in Tannenbaum and Schmidt
Leadership Styles in Tannenbaum and Schmidt
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Path-Goal Theory
Path-Goal Theory
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Hollander's Leadership
Hollander's Leadership
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Situational Leadership
Situational Leadership
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Transactional Leadership
Transactional Leadership
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Transformational Leadership
Transformational Leadership
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Servant Leadership
Servant Leadership
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Kanter (1989)
Kanter (1989)
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Conflict Resolution Approaches
Conflict Resolution Approaches
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Smoothing
Smoothing
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Withdrawal
Withdrawal
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Competing
Competing
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Compromise
Compromise
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Study Notes
Leadership and Management
- NCM 119 course
- Leadership vs. Management:
- Leadership: person-to-person influence, inspire others to follow, operate outside organizational rules, take initiative to lead
- Management: position-to-position influence, require others to comply, operate within organizational rules, are given a position
Types of Leaders
- Formal or Appointed: Chosen by administration, given official authority to act
- Informal: Does not have official sanction, chosen by the group itself
Types of Followers
- Active but dependent: Do not think critically, conformist, major concern is avoiding conflict
- Survivor: Chameleonic behavior, go with the flow, following least resistance, playing it safe, greatest fear is making a mistake
- Effective: Proactive, independent, able to think critically, dynamic follower, respects leader's authority
- Alienated: Independent, thinks critically, do not use their strengths to help team achieve goals, have something to offer but choose not to do so
- Sheep: Passive and dependent, tend to do as told, does not think critically and leaves thinking to their leader
Elements of Leadership
- Vision: A professional and purposeful vision of the leader providing direction towards a future
- Influence: Inspiring, enlivening, and engaging others to participate
- Authority: Right and power to influence behavior or efforts of others
- Responsibility: Obligation to do what is expected of a person in authority
- Accountability: Answerability of the subordinate to his/her superior for work performance
- Power: Ability to impose will on others to bring about certain behaviors
Types of Power
- Legitimate Power: Derived from a position (e.g., nurse's degree of authority)
- Expert Power: Derived from knowledge and skills
- Referent Power: Derived from respect and liking for an individual, group, or organization
- Reward Power: Using rewards to influence behavior
- Connection Power: Power from personal and professional relationships
- Coercive Power: Ability to administer punishment or disciplinary actions to influence behavior
Theories of Leadership
- Great Man Theory: Some people are born with characteristics to be great leaders (e.g., Aristotle)
- Charismatic Leadership Theory: Inspiring others with strong conviction, beliefs, high confidence and a need for power (e.g., Max Weber)
- Trait Theory: Leadership traits can be inherited or learned (e.g., energy, drive, self-assurance)
- Situational Theory: Traits differ according to situations (e.g., leader personality, performance, interpersonal contact)
- Contingency Theory: Leadership effective/ ineffective depending on the situation (e.g., leader-member relationships, task structure, position power)
- Hersey and Blanchard (1977): Matching leadership style to followers' readiness (maturity levels)
- Tannenbaum and Schmidt (1958): Leaders vary mixtures of autocratic and democratic leadership
- Path-Goal Theory: Leader's actions are based on followers' expectancy for success with rewards
- Hollander (1978): Leaders and followers have roles outside leadership situations
- Kanter (1989): Title/position authority is insufficient, must learn to work with others synergistically
Situational Leadership Theory
- Four styles (Low/High supportive, Low/High Directive): Delegating, Supporting, Coaching, Directing
Transactional Leadership
- Identifies follower's needs, provides rewards contingent on performance, contract for mutual benefits
Transformational Leadership
- Fosters employee development, attends to follower needs, inspires through optimism, encourages creativity. Leader is a role model, promotes self-management, and uses cooperative networks
Five Levels of Leadership (Maxwell)
- 5= Pinnacle (respect), 4= People Development (reproduction), 3= Production (results), 2= Permission (relationships), 1= Position (rights)
Conflict Management
- Conflict is inevitable and can be constructive or destructive
- Managing conflict is necessary for a manager
- Approaches to conflict: Avoiding, Accommodating, Compromising, Collaborating, Smoothing, Withdrawing, Competing, Facing
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