Leadership Concepts: Authority, Power, and Responsibility

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What is the primary focus of African management style?

Transformational leadership and ubuntu

Modernity and co-operative teamwork

Eurocentrism and individualism

Ethnocentrism, traditionalism, and communalism (correct)

What does the concept of ubuntu relate to in the context of leadership?

Autocratic leadership and discipline

Task-oriented leadership and teamwork

Transformational leadership and collective potential (correct)

Transactional leadership and individual goals

What is a key difference between Western and African management styles?

Emphasis on teamwork vs. individual goals

Prioritization of eurocentrism vs. ethnocentrism (correct)

Use of authority vs. delegation

Focus on modernity vs. traditionalism

What is a characteristic of feminine leadership style?

Focus on co-operative teamwork and ubuntu Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a manager according to the concept of responsibility?

To achieve set organisational goals Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between power and authority?

Power is the ability to influence, while authority is the right to command Signup and view all the answers

Why do leaders need to adapt their style according to different cultures and situations?

To reach their organisational goals Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of leadership that is increasingly given attention due to high levels of corruption in the business world?

Ethical leadership and good corporate governance Signup and view all the answers

What enables leaders to understand how uncertain times may impact on their employees?

Emotional intelligence Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for attaining environmental, economic, employment and social sustainability in a VUCA world?

Good corporate governance Signup and view all the answers

What do leaders need to show through their behaviour and acting as role models?

That their employees matter Signup and view all the answers

Why is developing leadership one of the most important challenges organisations face?

Because of the need for global leadership and adaptation to different cultures and situations Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of Afrocentric leadership styles?

Sacrificing personal gains for the good of the group Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of gender and cultural diversity in South African organisations?

To move from surviving to thriving Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of ethical leaders?

They empower their employees Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for organisations to consider cultural, gender, and generational differences?

To understand varying perspectives on ethical behaviour Signup and view all the answers

What is a way to promote ethical behaviour in an organisation?

Creating and enforcing a code of ethics Signup and view all the answers

What is a key outcome of unethical behaviour in an organisation?

Negative impact on trust, cooperation, and loyalty Signup and view all the answers