Leadership Exam Flashcards

Questions and Answers

When most organizational successes are attributed to heroic leaders, it is called?

attribution theory

Which of the following is not a leadership role?

Visionary

Motivator

Complainer (correct)

Leader

Which of the following is not a leadership motive?

Laziness (correct)

Ambition

Passion

Determination

Leadership irrelevance is when...

situational factors outside the leader's control have the largest impact on outcomes Signup and view all the answers

Organizations are complex systems that cannot be explained by the usual rules of nature. This concept is known as?

complexity theory Signup and view all the answers

Personality traits of task-related leaders include?

courage, flexibility, internal locus of control Signup and view all the answers

A charismatic leader is someone who?

has a dark side Signup and view all the answers

A transformational leader is someone who?

helps bring about change Signup and view all the answers

Initiating structure in leadership is also referred to as?

task motivation Signup and view all the answers

Entrepreneurial leadership is characterized by?

strong achievement drive and sensible risk taking Signup and view all the answers

Participatory leadership involves?

sharing decision making with the group members Signup and view all the answers

A servant leader is someone who?

serves constituents by working on their behalf to help them achieve their goals Signup and view all the answers

Autocratic leadership involves?

making decisions confidently and assuming that group members will comply Signup and view all the answers

Transformational leadership helps bring about?

major positive change Signup and view all the answers

Leadership situations are classified as?

high, medium, or low control Signup and view all the answers

The three dimensions that control is determined by are?

leader-member relations, task structure, and position power Signup and view all the answers

In a crisis, the leader should?

lead with compassion, display optimism, be a transformational leader Signup and view all the answers

Ethical leaders are characterized as?

honest, trustworthy, full of integrity Signup and view all the answers

Factors contributing to ethical differences are a leader's level of?

character Signup and view all the answers

Steps to creating an ethical and socially responsible culture include?

accepting whistleblowers Signup and view all the answers

Power can come from which of the following?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Some power gaining strategies include?

controlling vital information Signup and view all the answers

Some relationship building strategies include?

displaying loyalty, asking for advice, sending thank you notes, being friendly Signup and view all the answers

Ethics is the study of?

moral obligations Signup and view all the answers

Morals are defined as?

an individual's determination of what is right or wrong Signup and view all the answers

Social responsibility relates to?

an organization's impact on society Signup and view all the answers

Organizational politics are described as?

informal approaches to gaining power through means other than merit or luck Signup and view all the answers

To delegate means?

to permit the group to make the decision Signup and view all the answers

Leaders whose influence is most effective use tactics such as?

rational persuasion Signup and view all the answers

Influence is affected by the leader's tactics as well as the?

leader's traits, leader's behavior, and situation Signup and view all the answers

An ethical and honest influence tactic would be?

leading by example and respect Signup and view all the answers

A team leader will?

choose to limit their role Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a coaching skill or technique?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

A team leader is known for?

building trust and inspiring teamwork Signup and view all the answers

Coaching is defined as?

dynamic relationship between coaches and players Signup and view all the answers

Power is defined as?

the potential or capacity to influence Signup and view all the answers

Teamwork involves?

committing to a group's goals on the part of all the team Signup and view all the answers

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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Test your knowledge on leadership theories and roles with these flashcards. Each card presents a critical concept or term related to leadership, including attribution theory and leadership motives. Perfect for students preparing for leadership exams.