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What are the two behavioral dimensions used in the managerial grid?

  • Concern for profit and concern for employees
  • Task management and team management
  • Initiating structure and consideration behavior
  • Concern for people and concern for production (correct)

On the managerial grid's scale, what range is used to rank a leader's behavior?

  • 0 to 10
  • 1 to 9 (correct)
  • 1 to 7
  • 1 to 100

Which leadership style on the managerial grid represents a low concern for production and a high concern for people?

  • Impoverished management
  • Country club management (correct)
  • Team management
  • Task management

According to the researchers, which leadership style leads to the best performance by managers?

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What is a significant limitation of the managerial grid?

<p>It fails to address factors that make a manager an effective leader. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the leadership style called 5,5 on the managerial grid?

<p>Middle-of-the-road management (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which leadership style represent the ranking 9,1 on the managerial grid?

<p>Task management (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the leadership styles mentioned represents low concern for production and low concern for people?

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According to the Managerial Grid, what does a 9,1 style indicate?

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Which leadership style from the University of Iowa studies is characterized by a leader who delegates authority and involves employees in decision-making?

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A leader who dictates work methods and limits employee participation is exhibiting which leadership style, according to the University of Iowa studies?

<p>Autocratic (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the University of Iowa studies, which leadership style allows the group to make decisions and complete work in whatever way it sees fit?

<p>Laissez-faire (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Managerial Grid assesses leadership styles based on which two key dimensions?

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What was one of the primary findings regarding the democratic leadership style in the Iowa studies?

<p>It contributed to both good quantity and quality of work. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did later studies reveal about the effectiveness of autocratic and democratic leadership styles, following the initial Iowa studies?

<p>The results of comparing autocratic and democratic styles were mixed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following provides a more consistent result when measuring the different leadership styles?

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Which of the following best describes leader-member relations in Fiedler's contingency model?

<p>The degree of trust, respect, and confidence employees have in their leader. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Fiedler's model, what does 'task structure' primarily assess?

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What does 'position power' refer to within Fiedler's contingency theory?

<p>The degree of influence a leader has over decisions such as hiring, firing, and promotions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Fiedler's contingency model, which combination of situational variables creates a highly favorable situation for a leader?

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In Fiedler's contingency model, under what conditions are task-oriented leaders MOST effective?

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Fiedler's contingency model suggests that leadership effectiveness is contingent upon:

<p>The fit between the leader's style and the situational variables. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In moderately favorable situations, according to Fiedler's contingency model, which leadership style is generally considered MOST effective?

<p>Relationship-oriented leadership (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the sample size of groups that Fiedler studied when comparing relationship-oriented versus task-oriented leadership styles?

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What is the primary purpose of an employability skills matrix?

<p>To identify which course features develop skills sought by employers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the employability skills matrix, what does 'end-of-chapter material' primarily contribute to?

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Why should job candidates prioritize skills development based on the employability skills matrix?

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What role does the employability skills matrix play in curriculum design?

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How does the employability skills matrix benefit employers?

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What is a limitation of relying solely on the employability skills matrix for career preparation?

<p>It may not account for skills unique to specific industries or niche roles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way could the employability skills matrix impact a student's approach to selecting elective courses?

<p>It guides students to select courses that enhance specific skills sought by employers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the skills taught and the demands of the job market?

<p>The skills taught are directly linked to the demands of the job market, as highlighted in the employability skills matrix. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key attribute followers ascribe to charismatic leaders?

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Which of the following is a personal characteristic commonly associated with charismatic leaders?

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What is a potential negative consequence associated with charismatic leadership?

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What did leaders at Enron, Tyco, WorldCom, and HealthSouth do?

<p>Unethically inflated the price of their organisation's stocks for benefit (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An individual with narcissistic traits is likely to show which of the following behaviour?

<p>Higher in some behaviors associated with charismatic leadership (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The most comprehensive analysis identified how many characteristics of charismatic leaders?

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What is the belief about charisma as a leadership quality?

<p>Charisma is still believed to be a desirable leadership quality (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Charismatic leaders can be described as:

<p>Larger than life and not necessarily acting in the best interests of their organizations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Singaporeans tend to act as leaders within a group?

<p>By unifying group opinions from the rear, acting as a servant leader. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of the leader-follower interaction that is often overlooked?

<p>The influence of followers on the attitudes, aptitudes, and behaviors of leaders. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for successful followership in the context of modern leadership?

<p>A set of skills that complement those of the leader. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In contrast to the 20th century, what characterizes great followership today?

<p>Managing oneself and being strongly committed to a purpose outside oneself. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the relationship between leaders and followers?

<p>Leaders and followers are bound together as part of the same social group. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute defines an effective follower, according to the information?

<p>Strong commitment to a cause, team, or organization beyond themselves. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary requirement for leaders to be effective?

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Why is followership getting more consideration in the field of leadership?

<p>Because leadership effectiveness depends on the interaction with followers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Employability Skills

Skills that enhance a person's ability to gain and maintain employment.

Employers' Expectations

The specific skills and qualities that employers seek in potential employees.

Skills Matrix

A tool that outlines the skills required for different roles and levels.

Job Candidates

Individuals who apply for job positions within a company.

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Specific Skills

Particular abilities necessary for success in a given job.

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Development of Skills

The process by which individuals enhance their abilities for employment.

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End-of-Chapter Material

Resources provided at the end of a chapter to reinforce learning outcomes.

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Identification of Skills

The process of recognizing and listing the skills relevant to certain job roles.

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Production Oriented Leadership

Focuses on technical or task aspects of a job.

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Concern for People

A leader’s level of care for subordinates on a scale of 1 to 9.

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Concern for Production

A leader's focus on job completion on a scale of 1 to 9.

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University of Iowa Studies

Explored three leadership styles for effectiveness.

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Autocratic Style

A leader who dictates methods and limits participation.

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Democratic Style

A leader who involves employees in decision-making and uses feedback.

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Laissez-Faire Style

A leader who allows the group to make decisions and complete work freely.

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Effectiveness of Leadership Styles

Mixed results found for autocratic vs. democratic styles.

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Leader–member relations

The degree of confidence, trust, and respect employees have for their leader, rated as either good or poor.

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Task structure

The degree to which job assignments are formalized and structured, rated as either high or low.

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Position power

The degree of influence a leader has over hiring, firing, and promotions; rated as either strong or weak.

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Situational contingencies

Factors that affect leadership effectiveness based on leader-member relations, task structure, and position power.

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Favorable leadership situations

Situations where combinations of leader-member relations, task structure, and position power support effective leadership.

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Unfavorable leadership situations

Situations rated as highly unfavorable for leaders based on contingency variables.

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Task-oriented leaders

Leaders who focus on task completion and efficiency, perform better in extreme situations.

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Relationship-oriented leaders

Leaders who prioritize building relationships with team members over task efficiency.

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Servant Leadership

A leadership style where leaders support and unify followers from behind.

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Followership

The role and behavior of individuals who support leaders in executing goals.

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Two-way Interaction

The reciprocal relationship between leaders and followers.

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Effective Followers

Individuals who are self-directed and committed to a common purpose.

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Self-directed

Ability to manage and motivate oneself without close supervision.

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Commitment to Purpose

Dedication to a cause or goal beyond personal interests.

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Leadership Skills

Competencies that help leaders engage and motivate their followers.

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Qualities of Great Followership

Characteristics that define an effective follower in modern collaborative contexts.

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High-High Leader

A leader exhibiting high concern for both production and people.

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Managerial Grid

A two-dimensional framework for evaluating leadership styles based on concern for people and production.

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Impoverished Management

A leadership style with low concern for both production and people (1,1).

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Charismatic Leader

A leader seen as extraordinary due to specific behaviors.

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Task Management

A leadership style focused on high production but low concern for people (9,1).

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Five Characteristics of Charismatic Leaders

Vision, articulation ability, risk-taking, sensitivity, and extraordinary behaviors.

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Country Club Management

A leadership style that emphasizes high concern for people but low concern for production (1,9).

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Vision in Leadership

A clear and compelling future that motivates followers.

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Middle-of-the-Road Management

A balanced approach with medium concern for both production and people (5,5).

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Team Management

A leadership style that excels with high concern for both production and people (9,9).

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Articulation Ability

The skill to clearly express the leader's vision to others.

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Risk-taking in Leadership

Willingness to take chances to achieve the leader's vision.

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Effective Leadership

The quality that distinguishes successful managers, not defined by the grid.

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Sensitivity to Followers

Awareness of followers' needs and environmental factors.

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Downside of Charismatic Leadership

Potential for leaders to act against organizational interests due to narcissism.

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Learning Charisma

The question of whether charisma can be developed or if it’s inherent.

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Study Notes

Learning Objectives

  • Define leader and leadership
  • Compare and contrast early leadership theories
  • Describe contemporary views of leadership
  • Compare various leadership theories for their validity
  • Describe the three major contingency theories of leadership
  • Discuss 21st-century issues affecting leadership

Employability Skills Matrix

  • This matrix identifies skills employers look for in job candidates
  • Includes skill boxes covering career, workplace, and learning
  • Contains skill practice sections including ethical dilemmas and skill exercises

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Test your understanding of leader and leadership definitions, early and contemporary theories, and the major contingency theories impacting leadership today. Additionally, explore employability skills that employers seek in job candidates through skill practice sections including ethical dilemmas.

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