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When most organizational successes are attributed to heroic leaders, it is called?
When most organizational successes are attributed to heroic leaders, it is called?
attribution theory
Which of the following is not a leadership role?
Which of the following is not a leadership role?
- Visionary
- Motivator
- Complainer (correct)
- Leader
Which of the following is not a leadership motive?
Which of the following is not a leadership motive?
- Laziness (correct)
- Ambition
- Passion
- Determination
Leadership irrelevance is when...
Leadership irrelevance is when...
Organizations are complex systems that cannot be explained by the usual rules of nature. This concept is known as?
Organizations are complex systems that cannot be explained by the usual rules of nature. This concept is known as?
Personality traits of task-related leaders include?
Personality traits of task-related leaders include?
A charismatic leader is someone who?
A charismatic leader is someone who?
A transformational leader is someone who?
A transformational leader is someone who?
Initiating structure in leadership is also referred to as?
Initiating structure in leadership is also referred to as?
Entrepreneurial leadership is characterized by?
Entrepreneurial leadership is characterized by?
Participatory leadership involves?
Participatory leadership involves?
A servant leader is someone who?
A servant leader is someone who?
Autocratic leadership involves?
Autocratic leadership involves?
Transformational leadership helps bring about?
Transformational leadership helps bring about?
Leadership situations are classified as?
Leadership situations are classified as?
The three dimensions that control is determined by are?
The three dimensions that control is determined by are?
In a crisis, the leader should?
In a crisis, the leader should?
Ethical leaders are characterized as?
Ethical leaders are characterized as?
Factors contributing to ethical differences are a leader's level of?
Factors contributing to ethical differences are a leader's level of?
Steps to creating an ethical and socially responsible culture include?
Steps to creating an ethical and socially responsible culture include?
Power can come from which of the following?
Power can come from which of the following?
Some power gaining strategies include?
Some power gaining strategies include?
Some relationship building strategies include?
Some relationship building strategies include?
Ethics is the study of?
Ethics is the study of?
Morals are defined as?
Morals are defined as?
Social responsibility relates to?
Social responsibility relates to?
Organizational politics are described as?
Organizational politics are described as?
To delegate means?
To delegate means?
Leaders whose influence is most effective use tactics such as?
Leaders whose influence is most effective use tactics such as?
Influence is affected by the leader's tactics as well as the?
Influence is affected by the leader's tactics as well as the?
An ethical and honest influence tactic would be?
An ethical and honest influence tactic would be?
A team leader will?
A team leader will?
Which of the following is a coaching skill or technique?
Which of the following is a coaching skill or technique?
A team leader is known for?
A team leader is known for?
Coaching is defined as?
Coaching is defined as?
Power is defined as?
Power is defined as?
Teamwork involves?
Teamwork involves?
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Study Notes
Leadership Concepts
- Attribution theory: Successes attributed to heroic leaders.
- Complexity theory: Organizations as complex systems beyond traditional rules.
Leadership Roles and Motives
- Complainer is not a recognized leadership role.
- Laziness is not considered a leadership motive.
Leadership Styles
- Charismatic leaders may exhibit a "dark side."
- Transformational leaders are change agents, fostering major positive shifts.
- Autocratic leadership involves confident decision-making with expected compliance.
- Participatory leadership shares decision-making responsibilities with group members.
- Servant leaders prioritize the goals of their constituents over their own.
- Entrepreneurial leadership combines a strong drive for achievement with sensible risk-taking.
Leadership Dynamics
- Initiating structure is synonymous with task motivation.
- Leadership situations can be classified as high, medium, or low control, based on leader-member relations, task structure, and position power.
Crisis Leadership
- In crises, leaders should display compassion, optimism, and transformational attributes.
Ethical Leadership
- Ethical leaders are characterized by honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity.
- Factors affecting ethical differences stem from a leader's character.
- Steps for fostering an ethical culture include accepting whistleblowers.
Power and Influence
- Power sources include position power, personal power, and proximity to influential figures.
- Strategies for acquiring power involve controlling critical information.
- Effective relationship-building strategies include displaying loyalty and expressing gratitude.
- Influence tactics that are ethical involve leading by example and demonstrating respect.
Teams and Collaboration
- Delegating empowers the group to make decisions.
- Team leaders focus on limited roles while fostering trust and inspiring teamwork.
- Coaching entails dynamic relationships that support player growth and obstacle removal.
- Active listening, relationship building, and effective coaching techniques are crucial for team success.
General Leadership Principles
- Power is defined as the potential to influence others.
- Teamwork requires a commitment from all members towards group goals.
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