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What was a significant consequence of General Motors' Sunbelt Strategy in the 1950s?
What was a significant consequence of General Motors' Sunbelt Strategy in the 1950s?
- Establishment of a cooperative working environment
- Decreased productivity due to union conflicts (correct)
- Increased union membership in newly built plants
- Movement towards unionization in southern states
Which aspect of leadership is emphasized in the Diamond Model concerning organizational results?
Which aspect of leadership is emphasized in the Diamond Model concerning organizational results?
- Product development
- Employee relations
- Financial decisions
- Strategic thinking (correct)
In the Diamond Model, what factor is represented as having a direct influence on organizational commitment?
In the Diamond Model, what factor is represented as having a direct influence on organizational commitment?
- Environmental factors
- Leadership influence (correct)
- Customer satisfaction
- Economic forecasting
What type of states did General Motors target for building new plants during the Sunbelt Strategy?
What type of states did General Motors target for building new plants during the Sunbelt Strategy?
Which of the following is not identified as a factor in the Diamond Model of Leadership?
Which of the following is not identified as a factor in the Diamond Model of Leadership?
What was the absenteeism rate at the GM Fremont Plant in 1982?
What was the absenteeism rate at the GM Fremont Plant in 1982?
What was a key factor contributing to the culture change at NUMMI?
What was a key factor contributing to the culture change at NUMMI?
According to Edgar Schein’s model, how can culture best be changed?
According to Edgar Schein’s model, how can culture best be changed?
What was the total annual grievances count at the GM Fremont Plant in 1982?
What was the total annual grievances count at the GM Fremont Plant in 1982?
What was the productivity comparison of NUMMI to GM average?
What was the productivity comparison of NUMMI to GM average?
What is the primary focus of leadership as described in the content?
What is the primary focus of leadership as described in the content?
Which of the following was a characteristic of NUMMI's environment after the changes were implemented?
Which of the following was a characteristic of NUMMI's environment after the changes were implemented?
What does VABE stand for in terms of leadership levels?
What does VABE stand for in terms of leadership levels?
What was the key difference in unresolved grievances between the GM Fremont plant in 1982 and the NUMMI plant in 1986?
What was the key difference in unresolved grievances between the GM Fremont plant in 1982 and the NUMMI plant in 1986?
In terms of absenteeism, how did the NUMMI plant's performance in 1986 compare to that of the GM Fremont plant in 1982?
In terms of absenteeism, how did the NUMMI plant's performance in 1986 compare to that of the GM Fremont plant in 1982?
What was the productivity status of the NUMMI plant compared to the GM average around the same time?
What was the productivity status of the NUMMI plant compared to the GM average around the same time?
Which product was associated with the GM Fremont plant's production prior to the changes implemented at NUMMI?
Which product was associated with the GM Fremont plant's production prior to the changes implemented at NUMMI?
What primary need did the new management at NUMMI focus on meeting?
What primary need did the new management at NUMMI focus on meeting?
What is the primary basis for management theories?
What is the primary basis for management theories?
What do relationship theories primarily focus on?
What do relationship theories primarily focus on?
Which element of the Diamond Model directly affects employee energy?
Which element of the Diamond Model directly affects employee energy?
Which leadership style focuses on developing each individual's potential?
Which leadership style focuses on developing each individual's potential?
In the context of management theories, what is commonly observed when employees fail?
In the context of management theories, what is commonly observed when employees fail?
What is one characteristic of a transformational leader?
What is one characteristic of a transformational leader?
Which aspect of the Diamond Model relates to assessing organizational productivity?
Which aspect of the Diamond Model relates to assessing organizational productivity?
In what manner do managerial theories typically influence group performance?
In what manner do managerial theories typically influence group performance?
What is the main assumption of the Great Man Theory regarding leadership?
What is the main assumption of the Great Man Theory regarding leadership?
Which leadership theory assumes that specific traits predispose individuals to be effective leaders?
Which leadership theory assumes that specific traits predispose individuals to be effective leaders?
What fundamental belief separates Great Man theories from Trait theories?
What fundamental belief separates Great Man theories from Trait theories?
In which leadership era is power distributed by lineage according to the content?
In which leadership era is power distributed by lineage according to the content?
What does the assumption 'Boss knows best' signify in management paradigms?
What does the assumption 'Boss knows best' signify in management paradigms?
Which of the following is often seen as a limitation of Trait Theories in explaining leadership?
Which of the following is often seen as a limitation of Trait Theories in explaining leadership?
In the context of the Infocracy paradigm, what is a key assumption about leadership?
In the context of the Infocracy paradigm, what is a key assumption about leadership?
Which of the following leadership theories is often viewed as predominantly male-centric in its historical context?
Which of the following leadership theories is often viewed as predominantly male-centric in its historical context?
What do contingency theories of leadership emphasize as crucial for effective leadership?
What do contingency theories of leadership emphasize as crucial for effective leadership?
Which of the following best describes situational theories of leadership?
Which of the following best describes situational theories of leadership?
According to behavioral theories, what is the primary belief about leadership?
According to behavioral theories, what is the primary belief about leadership?
In participative leadership theories, what role does the leader primarily retain?
In participative leadership theories, what role does the leader primarily retain?
Which situation would most likely require an authoritarian leadership style?
Which situation would most likely require an authoritarian leadership style?
How do participative leadership theories view group members' contributions?
How do participative leadership theories view group members' contributions?
What do contingency theories suggest about leadership styles?
What do contingency theories suggest about leadership styles?
What is a key distinction made by behavioral theories in leadership?
What is a key distinction made by behavioral theories in leadership?
What is the main objective of the competition announced by top management for the Women's Departments in KIABI stores?
What is the main objective of the competition announced by top management for the Women's Departments in KIABI stores?
What kind of reward will the store with the highest sales progression receive?
What kind of reward will the store with the highest sales progression receive?
What is the only reward for the side competition related to employee photos?
What is the only reward for the side competition related to employee photos?
How long has the manager been overseeing the men's and women's departments?
How long has the manager been overseeing the men's and women's departments?
What is the manager's main motivation for wanting to win the competition?
What is the manager's main motivation for wanting to win the competition?
What is the size of the employee meeting room designated for discussing the competition?
What is the size of the employee meeting room designated for discussing the competition?
What types of employees does the manager oversee in their departments?
What types of employees does the manager oversee in their departments?
Which aspect of the competition results will be communicated to the managers?
Which aspect of the competition results will be communicated to the managers?
Which dimension indicates a society's preference for immediate outcomes over thrift and perseverance?
Which dimension indicates a society's preference for immediate outcomes over thrift and perseverance?
Which country is noted for having a high score in masculinity, prioritizing competition and achievement?
Which country is noted for having a high score in masculinity, prioritizing competition and achievement?
What characteristic describes societies with high uncertainty avoidance?
What characteristic describes societies with high uncertainty avoidance?
Which of the following dimensions represents the extent to which a society allows the free gratification of human desires?
Which of the following dimensions represents the extent to which a society allows the free gratification of human desires?
Which characteristic is associated with individualistic societies, contrasting with collectivist values?
Which characteristic is associated with individualistic societies, contrasting with collectivist values?
What characterizes societies with high masculinity according to Hofstede's dimensions?
What characterizes societies with high masculinity according to Hofstede's dimensions?
In what way do low power distance cultures behave toward authority?
In what way do low power distance cultures behave toward authority?
How is effective global leadership described in the content?
How is effective global leadership described in the content?
What is typical of collectivist cultures compared to individualist cultures?
What is typical of collectivist cultures compared to individualist cultures?
Which characteristic is essential for a globally strategic leader?
Which characteristic is essential for a globally strategic leader?
What societal trait is noted for high feminine cultures according to Hofstede?
What societal trait is noted for high feminine cultures according to Hofstede?
What is a common misconception about power distance in the context of leadership?
What is a common misconception about power distance in the context of leadership?
What aspect of leadership is best demonstrated by lifelong learning and curiosity?
What aspect of leadership is best demonstrated by lifelong learning and curiosity?
What does the term 'power distance' specifically refer to in a culture?
What does the term 'power distance' specifically refer to in a culture?
Which of the following best describes a high masculine society?
Which of the following best describes a high masculine society?
In the context of cultural dimensions, what does the Uncertainty Avoidance Index measure?
In the context of cultural dimensions, what does the Uncertainty Avoidance Index measure?
What is identified as the most crucial quality in effective global leaders according to the content?
What is identified as the most crucial quality in effective global leaders according to the content?
Which of the following illustrates a 'destructive VABE' as mentioned in the content?
Which of the following illustrates a 'destructive VABE' as mentioned in the content?
What aspect of culture does VABE represent in the context of global leadership?
What aspect of culture does VABE represent in the context of global leadership?
Effective global leaders must navigate various geographic identities. What is essential for doing this effectively?
Effective global leaders must navigate various geographic identities. What is essential for doing this effectively?
In which scenario would a high uncertainty avoidance culture be more likely to prevail?
In which scenario would a high uncertainty avoidance culture be more likely to prevail?
Which characteristic most clearly defines a high power distance society?
Which characteristic most clearly defines a high power distance society?
What is a key cultural difference in uncertainty avoidance between France and the UK?
What is a key cultural difference in uncertainty avoidance between France and the UK?
In terms of Masculinity and Femininity, which statement best reflects societies with high Masculinity?
In terms of Masculinity and Femininity, which statement best reflects societies with high Masculinity?
Which characteristic is typical of an individualistic society?
Which characteristic is typical of an individualistic society?
How does long-term orientation in cultural values typically affect business strategies?
How does long-term orientation in cultural values typically affect business strategies?
What tendency is often found in collectivist cultures during decision-making?
What tendency is often found in collectivist cultures during decision-making?
Which of the following best describes the nature of work in a collectivist culture like China?
Which of the following best describes the nature of work in a collectivist culture like China?
What defines the contrast between short-term and long-term orientation in cultures?
What defines the contrast between short-term and long-term orientation in cultures?
Flashcards
Diamond Model of Leadership
Diamond Model of Leadership
A model depicting leadership influence and results, considering environmental factors, leader development, strategic thinking, and commitment to the strategy, task, people, and organization.
Sunbelt Strategy (GM)
Sunbelt Strategy (GM)
General Motors' strategy of building plants in non-union states (the South and West) in the 1950s to mitigate union influence.
Union Influence
Union Influence
The power and effect of labor unions on the work environment and corporate strategies. The union influence is a key factor for a leading company like GM.
Right-to-Work States
Right-to-Work States
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GM Leadership Problems
GM Leadership Problems
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NUMMI
NUMMI
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Toyota Production System (TPS)
Toyota Production System (TPS)
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Visible Behavior
Visible Behavior
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Conscious Thought
Conscious Thought
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VABE's
VABE's
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Cultural Artifacts
Cultural Artifacts
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Change Culture
Change Culture
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Reinforce Behaviors
Reinforce Behaviors
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GM's Sunbelt Strategy
GM's Sunbelt Strategy
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Hostile Work Environment at GM Plants
Hostile Work Environment at GM Plants
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NUMMI: A Joint Venture
NUMMI: A Joint Venture
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NUMMI's Success Factors
NUMMI's Success Factors
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Impact of Leadership on Culture
Impact of Leadership on Culture
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Great Man Theory
Great Man Theory
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Trait Theories
Trait Theories
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What is the core idea of 'Great Man Theory'?
What is the core idea of 'Great Man Theory'?
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What is the main idea behind 'Trait Theories'?
What is the main idea behind 'Trait Theories'?
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Contingency Theory
Contingency Theory
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Situational Leadership
Situational Leadership
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Behavioral Leadership
Behavioral Leadership
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Participative Leadership
Participative Leadership
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Situational Theories
Situational Theories
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Behavioral Theories
Behavioral Theories
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What do Contingency Theories emphasize?
What do Contingency Theories emphasize?
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What is the key idea behind Situational Theories?
What is the key idea behind Situational Theories?
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What defines Behavioral Theories?
What defines Behavioral Theories?
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What is the core concept of Participative Leadership?
What is the core concept of Participative Leadership?
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Transactional Leadership
Transactional Leadership
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Transformational Leadership
Transformational Leadership
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Commitment to Strategy
Commitment to Strategy
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Commitment to the Task
Commitment to the Task
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Commitment to People
Commitment to People
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Commitment to Organization
Commitment to Organization
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Organizational Commitment
Organizational Commitment
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KIABI Competition
KIABI Competition
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Competition Rewards
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Manager's Goal
Manager's Goal
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Meeting Preparation
Meeting Preparation
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Team Members
Team Members
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Timeframe
Timeframe
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Sales Progression
Sales Progression
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Photo Competition
Photo Competition
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Power Distance
Power Distance
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Masculinity Index
Masculinity Index
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Uncertainty Avoidance
Uncertainty Avoidance
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Humility
Humility
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Culture's Impact on Global Leadership
Culture's Impact on Global Leadership
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What is the most destructive VABE?
What is the most destructive VABE?
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What is the most important element of a global leader?
What is the most important element of a global leader?
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Collectivist Culture
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Individualistic Culture
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High Masculine Culture
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High Feminine Culture
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Low Power Distance Culture
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Masculinity vs. Femininity
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Individualism vs. Collectivism
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Cultural Differences in Leadership
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Overseas Experience
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Deep Self-Awareness
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Culturally Diverse (Adaptable)
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Individualistic Society
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Collectivist Society
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Masculine Society
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Feminine Society
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Study Notes
The Diamond Model of Leadership
- The Diamond Model illustrates the interconnectedness of leader, task, organization, and results.
- Leader: Developing influence, strategic thinking, commitment to strategy.
- Others/People: Organizational commitment.
- Task: Designing, managing change.
- Organization: Foundation for all elements.
- Results: Profits, customer satisfaction, market share, efficiency, learning, productivity, employee energy.
- Environmental Effects/Factors: External influences on the model.
GM Leadership Problems
- A humorous cartoon illustrates perceived problems with GM leadership.
- The cartoon suggests a lack of understanding or unrealistic expectations regarding innovative concepts.
Short Background on General Motors
- In the 1950s, GM implemented the Sunbelt Strategy, establishing plants in the southern and western USA.
- These plants were non-union and located in right-to-work states.
- The strategy was viewed by unions as an attempt to avoid unionized states.
- This strategy led to conflict-ridden plants as a consequence.
The GM Leadership Story (1982 Fremont Plant)
- Employees: 5000.
- Absenteeism: 20%.
- Unresolved Grievances: 2000.
- Total Annual Grievances: 5000.
- Wildcat Strikes: 3-4.
- Product: Chevrolet Nova.
- Assembly Costs per Car: 30% over Japan.
- Productivity: Worst in GM.
- Quality: Worst in GM.
The NUMMI Leadership Story (1986 GM NUMMI Plant)
- Employees: 2000.
- Absenteeism: 2%.
- Unresolved Grievances: 0.
- Total Annual Grievances: 2.
- Wildcat Strikes: 0.
- Product: Chevrolet Nova + Geo Prism.
- Assembly Costs per Car: Same as the Japanese.
- Productivity: Double GM Average.
- Quality: Best in GM.
How Culture Changes
- The lessons from NUMMI align with Edgar Schein's model of organizational culture.
- Changing culture involves changing observable data, including actions and behaviors.
- Defining desired actions and behaviors, and designing work processes to reinforce these behaviors are key.
- Schein's model highlights artifacts, values, and basic assumptions as components of culture.
Levels of Leadership
- Leadership affects human behavior at three levels:
- Visible behavior.
- Conscious thought.
- VABE's (Values, Assumptions, Beliefs, Expectations).
Knowing the Heart Means Understanding Needs
- Understanding employee needs is crucial for effective leadership.
- Questions regarding motivating employees and addressing individual needs are mentioned.
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Test your knowledge on the Diamond Model of Leadership and its components, including the leadership dynamics at General Motors. Explore historical strategies employed by GM and their impact on the organization and industry. This quiz challenges your understanding of leadership principles and company strategies.