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What was a significant outcome of General Motors' Sunbelt Strategy in the 1950s?
What was a significant outcome of General Motors' Sunbelt Strategy in the 1950s?
Which element of the Diamond Model of Leadership is primarily focused on the results achieved by an organization?
Which element of the Diamond Model of Leadership is primarily focused on the results achieved by an organization?
In the context of the Diamond Model of Leadership, what does the strategic thinking component contribute to?
In the context of the Diamond Model of Leadership, what does the strategic thinking component contribute to?
Which factor primarily influences the organizational commitment in the Diamond Model of Leadership?
Which factor primarily influences the organizational commitment in the Diamond Model of Leadership?
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What role does 'Others/People' play in the Diamond Model of Leadership?
What role does 'Others/People' play in the Diamond Model of Leadership?
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What was the absenteeism rate at the GM Fremont Plant in 1982?
What was the absenteeism rate at the GM Fremont Plant in 1982?
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Which factor contributed to NUMMI's cultural change compared to GM's Fremont Plant?
Which factor contributed to NUMMI's cultural change compared to GM's Fremont Plant?
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What does Edgar Schein's model of corporate culture emphasize as a method for changing culture?
What does Edgar Schein's model of corporate culture emphasize as a method for changing culture?
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How did productivity levels at NUMMI compare to GM's averages?
How did productivity levels at NUMMI compare to GM's averages?
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Which assembly cost comparison holds true about NUMMI and GM's Fremont Plant?
Which assembly cost comparison holds true about NUMMI and GM's Fremont Plant?
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What was the total annual grievance count at GM's Fremont Plant in 1982?
What was the total annual grievance count at GM's Fremont Plant in 1982?
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What was the outcome regarding wildcat strikes after NUMMI's cultural changes?
What was the outcome regarding wildcat strikes after NUMMI's cultural changes?
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Which emotional aspect does the concept of VABEs in leadership primarily target?
Which emotional aspect does the concept of VABEs in leadership primarily target?
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What distinguishes persuasion from influence?
What distinguishes persuasion from influence?
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Which route of thinking constitutes the majority of decision-making processes?
Which route of thinking constitutes the majority of decision-making processes?
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What is the purpose of the 'Look' component in the HLBT method for public communication?
What is the purpose of the 'Look' component in the HLBT method for public communication?
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Which organizational culture is most associated with personnel development and interpersonal relations?
Which organizational culture is most associated with personnel development and interpersonal relations?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the CLARCCS cues?
Which of the following is NOT one of the CLARCCS cues?
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In which culture is continuous improvement and innovation a primary focus?
In which culture is continuous improvement and innovation a primary focus?
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In terms of persistence, how does the central route of thinking compare to the peripheral route?
In terms of persistence, how does the central route of thinking compare to the peripheral route?
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What does the 'Took' component in the HLBT method emphasize?
What does the 'Took' component in the HLBT method emphasize?
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What does the 'Hook' component in the HLBT presentation method pertain to?
What does the 'Hook' component in the HLBT presentation method pertain to?
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The Market Culture mainly aims to enhance which of the following?
The Market Culture mainly aims to enhance which of the following?
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What is the primary glue that holds the clan culture together?
What is the primary glue that holds the clan culture together?
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Which thinking mode is categorized under Systematic thinking?
Which thinking mode is categorized under Systematic thinking?
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Which type of leader is typically associated with an adocracy culture?
Which type of leader is typically associated with an adocracy culture?
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Which of the following best describes the relationship between arguments and cues in influence?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between arguments and cues in influence?
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What is the ideal purpose of filling out the OCAI according to the instruction?
What is the ideal purpose of filling out the OCAI according to the instruction?
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In which culture is the primary focus on competition and customer satisfaction?
In which culture is the primary focus on competition and customer satisfaction?
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Which leadership quality is essential in a Hierarchy Culture?
Which leadership quality is essential in a Hierarchy Culture?
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What is one characteristic that is equal in both the central and peripheral routes of thinking?
What is one characteristic that is equal in both the central and peripheral routes of thinking?
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Which of the following leadership traits is least associated with the Clan Culture?
Which of the following leadership traits is least associated with the Clan Culture?
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What is the preferred focus for improving organizations with a B culture?
What is the preferred focus for improving organizations with a B culture?
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What is a common characteristic of the adhocracy culture?
What is a common characteristic of the adhocracy culture?
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Which statement accurately describes the hierarchy culture?
Which statement accurately describes the hierarchy culture?
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What happens if an organization's culture is evenly distributed among all four types?
What happens if an organization's culture is evenly distributed among all four types?
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What is the glue that holds a market culture together?
What is the glue that holds a market culture together?
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How does Continuous Improvement aim to enhance a company's operations?
How does Continuous Improvement aim to enhance a company's operations?
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What key factor does Benchmarking rely on in a competitive market?
What key factor does Benchmarking rely on in a competitive market?
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What is a potential downside of perceived control systems in organizations?
What is a potential downside of perceived control systems in organizations?
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Which of the following best represents the concept of Acculturation within an organization?
Which of the following best represents the concept of Acculturation within an organization?
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What practice was notably adopted by Southwest Airlines to foster employee satisfaction?
What practice was notably adopted by Southwest Airlines to foster employee satisfaction?
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In what way can After Sales Services contribute to customer satisfaction?
In what way can After Sales Services contribute to customer satisfaction?
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How does the concept of energizing employees relate to market culture?
How does the concept of energizing employees relate to market culture?
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Why might Walmart's control system be considered successful in its operations?
Why might Walmart's control system be considered successful in its operations?
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Study Notes
The Diamond Model of Leadership
- The model depicts leadership as a multifaceted process involving a leader, tasks, others/people, and the organization itself.
- A leader's influence on others and commitment to the strategy are crucial.
- Strategic thinking is emphasized, along with designing and managing change.
- Results of effective leadership include profits, customer satisfaction, market share, efficiency, employee learning, productivity, and employee energy.
GM Leadership Problems
- A cartoon illustration depicts a leadership problem at GM.
- The cartoon suggests a lack of understanding and miscommunication (a literal interpretation) regarding desired changes in the company.
Short Background on General Motors
- In the 1950s, GM implemented a Sunbelt strategy, establishing plants in the Southern and Western USA.
- This strategy aimed to avoid unionization.
- Unions perceived this strategy as an attempt to move away from union-controlled states.
- Consequently, the newer plants (non-union) often had higher levels of employee conflict compared to other GM locations.
- A link to a research article pertaining to the subject is available.
The 1982 GM Fremont Plant
- Employee absenteeism was 20%.
- Thousands of unresolved grievances existed, totaling 5,000 annually.
- Frequent wildcat strikes occurred (3-4).
- The Chevrolet Nova's assembly costs were 30% higher when compared to Japanese counterparts.
- The Fremont plant's productivity and quality were lowest within GM.
The 1986 GM NUMMI Plant
- Employee absenteeism was 2%.
- There were virtually no unresolved grievances.
- Total annual grievances were very low (2).
- There were no wildcat strikes.
- The Chevrolet Nova and Geo Prism's assembly costs were the same as equivalent Japanese models.
- The plant's productivity and quality were the best within GM.
How Culture Changes
- Edgar Schein's model of corporate culture is consistent with the culture changes observed at NUMMI.
- Changing a culture involves changes in cultural artifacts, observable data—including behaviors and actions—of people within the organization.
- Understanding and defining desired behaviors and actions, along with the design of work processes, are critical to reinforcement.
- Shook's and Schein's models are presented visually.
Levels of Leadership
- Leadership involves influencing human behavior, occurring on different levels.
- Level 1: Visible behavior (body)
- Level 2: Conscious thought (mind)
- Level 3: Values, assumptions, beliefs, and expectations (semi-conscious, preconscious - heart)
Knowing the Heart Means Understanding Needs
- Understanding employee needs is crucial for effective leadership, especially concerning how to motivate employees and meet their needs.
- Motivational factors apply to both general and specific situations, and concern both routine and difficult workers.
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Explore the multifaceted Diamond Model of Leadership and its implications for organizations like General Motors. This quiz also delves into leadership challenges illustrated through a cartoon, reflecting on historical strategies and their outcomes. Enhance your understanding of the dynamics of effective leadership and organizational change.
