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What are the two primary perspectives of leadership discussed?
What are the two primary perspectives of leadership discussed?
- Rational and emotional.
- Transformational and transactional.
- Authoritative and participative.
- Romantic and unromantic. (correct)
Which perspective emphasizes the role of external influences on leadership?
Which perspective emphasizes the role of external influences on leadership?
- External control. (correct)
- Romantic.
- Internal control.
- Unromantic.
Which option represents an inaccurate pairing of leadership perspectives?
Which option represents an inaccurate pairing of leadership perspectives?
- Internal control and romantic.
- Romantic and external control. (correct)
- Unromantic and external control.
- Romantic and unromantic.
What implication does the unromantic perspective on leadership suggest?
What implication does the unromantic perspective on leadership suggest?
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Which of the following pairs is NOT typically aligned with romantic leadership?
Which of the following pairs is NOT typically aligned with romantic leadership?
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Study Notes
Leadership Perspectives
- Leadership can be viewed through different lenses, each revealing distinct implications for organizational dynamics.
- Key perspectives discussed include romantic and unromantic leadership.
Romantic Leadership
- Romantic leadership emphasizes the idealized traits and visions of leaders.
- Often associated with transformational leadership, it focuses on inspiration and charisma.
- Leaders are perceived as heroes who can single-handedly drive change and motivate teams.
Unromantic Leadership
- Unromantic leadership takes a more pragmatic approach, acknowledging the complexities and challenges of leading.
- This perspective highlights the role of systems, processes, and external factors in shaping leadership effectiveness.
- It challenges the notion of the "heroic leader," focusing instead on collaboration and shared decision-making.
Implications of Perspectives
- Romantic leadership may lead to unrealistic expectations and reliance on individual leaders, risking organizational stability when leaders leave.
- Unromantic leadership promotes resilience through collective effort, but may lack the motivational drive associated with romantic ideals.
- Understanding these perspectives helps in tailoring leadership development programs and assessing leader effectiveness within various contexts.
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