10 Questions
What is the main characteristic of laissez-faire leadership?
Allowing people within the team to make many of the decisions
According to Kurt Lewin's framework, what is the focus of task-oriented leaders?
Organizational structure and operating procedures
What is the criticism of the Great Man Theory of leadership?
Belief that leadership cannot be learned and its male-centric approach
What is the core belief of the Traits Theory of leadership?
Leaders inherit certain qualities and traits suited to leadership
When is democratic leadership important, according to the text?
When team agreement matters
What is the definition of a leader?
A person who holds a dominant or superior position within his or her field and is able to exercise a high degree of control or influence over others.
What is the process of leadership?
Leadership is a social influence process through which one individual influences others toward the attainment of group or organizational goals, eliciting voluntary action on the part of the followers.
According to behavioural theories, what is the focus of leadership capability?
Behavioural theories focus on specific behaviors of a leader, suggesting that effective leadership is the result of many learned skills.
In what situations is autocratic leadership considered appropriate?
Autocratic leadership is considered appropriate when decisions need to be made quickly, when there's no need for input, and when team agreement isn't necessary for a successful outcome.
What is the primary focus of behavioural theories of leadership?
The primary focus of behavioural theories is on the specific actions or behaviors of a leader, which can be learned rather than being inherent.
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