Leadership Theories Overview
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Leadership Theories Overview

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What primary focus distinguishes transformational leaders from transactional leaders?

  • Building relationships with followers (correct)
  • Developing organizational policies
  • Setting strict performance metrics
  • Engaging in exchanges of benefits

    • Which of the following outcomes is NOT typically associated with transformational leadership?

  • Improved job performance
  • Increased organizational commitment
  • Employee disengagement (correct)
  • Higher levels of motivation

    • Which of the following attributes is essential for a transformational leader to effectively motivate their followers?

  • Strict adherence to rules
  • An ability to sing, chant or lead rituals
  • A clear understanding of followers' motives (correct)
  • A focus on maintaining the status quo

    • How do transformational leaders generally perceive the relationship with their followers?

    <p>As a potential for growth and collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of transformational leadership style in organizations?

    <p>Encouragement of personal growth among employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT associated with charismatic leaders according to House’s 1976 theory?

    <p>Empathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT a behavioral trait of charismatic leaders?

    <p>Demonstrating flexibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to charismatic leadership theory, the motives of charismatic leaders primarily include which of the following?

    <p>Power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the emotional connection in charismatic leadership according to Burns?

    <p>An emotional bond between leader and followers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of transformational leadership is highlighted as a key personal quality of leaders?

    <p>Charm and optimism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which does NOT represent a meaning of charisma according to Burns?

    <p>Popular support edged with resentment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately reflects the relationship between transformational leaders and their followers?

    <p>They inspire high performance through personal qualities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is used as an example of a transformational leader in the provided context?

    <p>Vince Lombardi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is NOT associated with effective leadership according to trait theory?

    <p>High levels of compassion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes behavior theory from trait theory in leadership studies?

    <p>Focus on actions of the leader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style emphasizes majority rule and group participation?

    <p>Democratic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Kurt Lewin's study view the democratic leadership style compared to other styles?

    <p>More beneficial than autocratic or laissez-faire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'initiating structure' refer to in the context of leadership?

    <p>The extent to which leaders define their relationship with staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Ghiselli's traits for effective leadership, which of the following is NOT listed as an important trait?

    <p>Emotional stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style includes minimal leader intervention and oversight?

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

    What factor does LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOR theory emphasize on the performance of followers?

    <p>Leader's behavioral impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What combination of traits is essential according to trait theory for leadership effectiveness?

    <p>Basic intelligence, values, and personal energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Kurt Lewin's leadership research primarily focus on?

    <p>Behavioral styles and their impact on followers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dimension of leadership behavior does the term 'Consideration' refer to?

    <p>Concern for developing relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style is characterized by low concern for both production and people according to the Managerial Grid?

    <p>Impoverished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the Managerial Grid, what does the Paternalistic style typically involve?

    <p>High concern for production with strict compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is NOT considered a situational factor in Leadership Contingency Theory?

    <p>The effectiveness of the leader's charisma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key idea behind the Leadership Contingency Theory?

    <p>Effective leadership is determined by the specific situation and follower needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characteristics is associated with a toxic triangle in leadership?

    <p>Charismatic leaders with narcissism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following styles on the Managerial Grid emphasizes high concern for people at the expense of production?

    <p>Country club</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leadership effectiveness can diminish due to which of the following combinations?

    <p>A narcissistic leader amidst followers with hidden agendas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic defines a Fully functioning style in the Managerial Grid?

    <p>High concern for both production and people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leadership trait helps to keep morale high according to the lessons learned from Ernest Shackleton's expedition?

    <p>Promoting open and clear communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Transformational leaders primarily focus on exchanges between leaders and followers.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Employees under transformational leaders tend to show decreased levels of motivation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A key characteristic of transformational leadership is the ability to keep a low bar for performance expectations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Transactional leaders engage the full person of the follower in the leadership process.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A transformational leader believes in both themselves and their followers, which is crucial for their effectiveness.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Trait theory suggests that physical and psychological characteristics account for leadership effectiveness.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The laissez-faire leadership style involves a high level of activity from the leader.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Kurt Lewin, the autocratic leadership style was found to be the most beneficial.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'need for achievement' is one of Ghiselli's traits identified as crucial for effective leadership.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Charismatic leaders are characterized by their lack of ambition and self-confidence.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Behavior theory emphasizes the inherent qualities of the leader rather than their actions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Initiating structure refers to the extent to which leaders allow their staff to define their roles.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    One of the primary motives of charismatic leaders includes achieving power.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Democratic leadership emphasizes majority rule and the participation of group members in decision-making.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term charisma implies that leaders have magical qualities that can be relied on by their followers.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Communicating low expectations is a behavior commonly demonstrated by charismatic leaders.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In trait theory, a high level of personal energy is regarded as a minor trait for leadership effectiveness.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vince Lombardi is considered a representative example of a transactional leader.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire was developed by Ralph Stogdill to assess leader behaviors in three dimensions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Behavior theory highlights that the actions of a leader significantly impact the performance of followers.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Burns' interpretation of charisma aligns with the notion of a leader being perceived as virtually omniscient.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The behavioral traits of charismatic leaders include their ability to foster emotional bonds with their followers.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Charismatic leaders have no defined ideological goals.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Paternalistic style in leadership combines high concern for production with low concern for compliance and loyalty.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Managerial Grid, the Sweatshop style shows high concern for both production and people.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Both experienced and newer followers have identical leadership needs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Contingency Theory asserts that a single best leadership style suits all situations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Managerial Grid identifies the Fully functioning style as having a low concern for production and people.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Transformational leaders rely primarily on punishments to motivate their followers.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Opportunistic leadership is characterized by adherence to a consistent style to promote the team's interests.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A crisis can lead followers to actively seek out charismatic leaders to solve problems.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The toxic triangle of leadership includes a leader with low charisma and stability.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leading by example and maintaining a positive attitude are among the lessons learned from Ernest Shackleton's expedition.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main theories focusing on different aspects of leadership effectiveness?

    <p>Trait theory and behavior theory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Ghiselli, which trait is associated with effective leadership related to decision-making?

    <p>Decisiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the democratic leadership style prioritize over other styles according to Kurt Lewin's research?

    <p>Group participation and majority rule.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What critical component does trait theory assume accounts for leadership effectiveness?

    <p>Distinctive physical and psychological characteristics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of leadership behavior theories, what does 'initiating structure' refer to?

    <p>The extent to which leaders define their relationship with their staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style is characterized by minimal leader intervention and oversight?

    <p>Laissez-faire leadership.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of behavior theory in leadership studies?

    <p>The actions and behaviors of the leader.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to trait theory, which trait signifies a leader's capability to maintain energy levels?

    <p>High level of personal energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Kurt Lewin's autocratic leadership style entail?

    <p>Tight control of group activities and decisions made solely by the leader.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which trait identified by Ghiselli relates to a leader's ambition and drive for success?

    <p>Need for achievement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name two characteristics of charismatic leaders as defined by House's 1976 theory.

    <p>Dominant and self-confident.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates charismatic leaders according to the content provided?

    <p>Power, achievement, and affiliation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do charismatic leaders ignite their followers' motives?

    <p>By communicating high expectations and demonstrating confidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way in which transformational leaders aim to achieve high performance?

    <p>By using personal qualities like optimism and charm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Burns, what does charisma signify in terms of leader-follower relationships?

    <p>An emotional bond between the leader and the led.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Provide one example of a transformational leader mentioned in the content.

    <p>Vince Lombardi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of ideological goals do charismatic leaders typically have?

    <p>Goals with moral overtones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do charismatic leaders serve as role models?

    <p>By embodying the beliefs and values they wish their followers to adopt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two leadership dimensions identified in the University of Michigan studies?

    <p>Job-Centered and Employee-Centered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the Managerial Grid, what distinguishes the 'Fully functioning' style?

    <p>It is characterized by a high concern for both production and people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Paternalistic style in leadership function?

    <p>It combines high concern for production with rewards in exchange for loyalty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Leadership Contingency Theory claim about effective leadership?

    <p>Effective leadership varies according to the leader, followers, and situational factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify one of the destructive characteristics in a toxic triangle of leadership.

    <p>A charismatic leader with narcissism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key lesson about leadership can be learned from Ernest Shackleton’s expedition?

    <p>Leading by example and maintaining a positive attitude.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leadership style is characterized by low concern for both production and people according to the Managerial Grid?

    <p>Impoverished style.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style uses personal ambition to decide which approach to utilize?

    <p>Opportunistic style.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the situational factors in Leadership Contingency Theory?

    <p>They include conditions like job performance, workplace culture, and task urgency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Consideration' refer to in the context of leadership behavior?

    <p>It refers to the extent to which leaders develop trust and support with subordinates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way transformational leaders positively impact their followers?

    <p>They increase employees' motivation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do transformational leaders differ in their approach to followers compared to transactional leaders?

    <p>Transformational leaders focus on inspiring and engaging followers, while transactional leaders emphasize exchanges and rewards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is essential for maintaining a high performance bar as a transformational leader?

    <p>Believing in oneself and the players.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element of motivation is particularly tapped into by transformational leaders?

    <p>The intrinsic motives of their followers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way can transformational leadership lead to improved job performance within an organization?

    <p>By fostering higher levels of motivation among employees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characteristics to the correct type of leadership:

    <p>Focused on exchanges = Transactional leadership Engages the full person = Transformational leadership Emphasizes motivation = Transformational leadership Relies on clear exchanges = Transactional leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the outcomes associated with transformational leadership to their descriptions:

    <p>Higher motivation = Increased commitment and engagement Improved job performance = Enhanced effectiveness in tasks Increased organizational commitment = Greater loyalty to the organization Decreased morale = Negative impact on engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following qualities to their significance in leadership:

    <p>Belief in self and others = Essential for transformational leaders High performance expectations = Characteristic of transformational leadership Transactional exchanges = Nature of transactional leadership Motivation of followers = Focus of transformational leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the leadership style to their corresponding focus:

    <p>Transformational leadership = Development of potential Transactional leadership = Direct exchanges Managing performance = Set clear expectations Motivating followers = Engaging the full person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following leadership impacts to their levels in an organization:

    <p>Transformational leadership = Positive effect at all levels Transactional leadership = Limited effect beyond exchanges Increased job satisfaction = Common outcome of transformational leaders Motivation levels = Higher under transformational leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the leadership styles with their characteristics as described in Kurt Lewin's study:

    <p>Autocratic = Tight control and decisions made by the leader Democratic = Group participation and majority rule Laissez-faire = Minimal leader intervention None of the above = Requires strict adherence to rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the important traits identified in Ghiselli's traits for effective leadership:

    <p>Need for achievement = Desire to succeed and accomplish goals Intelligence = Capacity to learn and understand complex situations Decisiveness = Ability to make firm decisions quickly Self-confidence = Trust in one’s abilities and judgment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the theories of leadership with their primary focus:

    <p>Trait theory = Leader's individual qualities Behavior theory = Actions and behaviors of leaders Contingency theory = Situational factors in leadership effectiveness Transformational theory = Changing organizational culture and follower engagement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the terms related to leadership behavior with their definitions:

    <p>Initiating structure = Defining relationships between leader and staff Consideration = Supportive and friendly behavior towards followers Task-oriented behavior = Focus on completing tasks and achieving goals People-oriented behavior = Focus on maintaining good relationships with team members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the dimensions of leadership as described in the Ohio State University studies:

    <p>Initiating structure = Extent of task specification and organization Consideration = Extent of warmth and support shown to followers Performance orientation = Emphasis on achieving results and productivity Empowerment = Encouraging autonomy and decision-making among followers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characteristics of the Democratic leadership style based on Kurt Lewin's findings:

    <p>Encourages participation = Values input from all group members Majority rule = Decisions are made based on group consensus Flexibility = Adapts to suggestions and feedback from the team Control-oriented = Exerts authority to maintain order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the key elements of leadership effectiveness as per trait theory:

    <p>Basic intelligence = Essential for understanding complex problems Clear and strong values = Guide decision-making and behavior Personal energy = Drives motivation and engagement Empathy = Understanding and relating to follower emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the leadership styles with their implications for follower performance:

    <p>Autocratic = Can lead to compliance but may stifle creativity Democratic = Fosters innovation and job satisfaction Laissez-faire = Can lead to confusion and disorganization Participative = Enhances team collaboration and trust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the results of leadership behavior studies with their conclusions:

    <p>Democratic leadership = Leads to higher follower morale Autocratic leadership = Can create a hostile environment Laissez-faire leadership = Often results in low performance Transactional leadership = Focuses on exchanges rather than transformational change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characteristics of charismatic leaders with their descriptions:

    <p>Dominance = Possesses strong influence over followers Self-confidence = Shows assurance in leadership capabilities Ambition = Driven to achieve high goals Strong sense of purpose = Guided by clear ideologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the behaviors of charismatic leaders with their corresponding actions:

    <p>Role modeling = Exhibiting values for followers to emulate Communicating high expectations = Inspiring confidence in follower abilities Respect-eliciting ability = Demonstrating competence that followers admire Igniting motives = Encouraging followers to take initiative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the motives of charismatic leaders with their respective areas:

    <p>Power = Desire to influence and control Achievement = Aspiration for success and accomplishment Affiliation = Need for social connection and acceptance Recognition = Seeking acknowledgment from others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the meanings of charisma according to Burns with their explanations:

    <p>Magical qualities = Perceived extraordinary traits of a leader Emotional bond = Connection that fosters loyalty and commitment Omniscience assumption = Belief that a leader knows everything Powerful figure dependence = Reliance on a leader for guidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the qualities that define transformational leadership with their descriptions:

    <p>Optimism = Forward-looking and positive attitude Charm = Charismatic appeal that attracts followers Intelligence = Ability to understand and solve complex issues Personal qualities = Intrinsic attributes that motivate others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the examples of transformational leaders with their impact:

    <p>Vince Lombardi = Clear values leading to follower dedication Nelson Mandela = Inspiring change through personal sacrifice Oprah Winfrey = Empowerment through storytelling and connection Steve Jobs = Innovation driving organizational transformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the components of charismatic leadership with their significance:

    <p>Confidence in expectations = Belief that challenges can be met Moral overtones = Leading with ethics and principles Respect from followers = Gaining loyalty through admiration Goal-oriented vision = Setting inspiring objectives for others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the traits of leaders that House's theory associates with effective leadership:

    <p>Self-confidence = Belief in one's abilities Ambition = Drive for success Charisma = Attractiveness that inspires others Dominance = Assertiveness in leadership roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following leadership styles with their definitions:

    <p>Impoverished = Low concern for production and people Sweatshop = High concern for production but low concern for people Country club = High concern for people and low concern for task accomplishment Opportunistic = Uses whichever style will best promote the manager's own advancement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following leadership theories with their key concepts:

    <p>Trait Theory = Inherent qualities of the leader Behavior Theory = Actions and behaviors of leaders Contingency Theory = Leadership effectiveness depends on situation Transformational Leadership = Inspiring others and loyalty through charisma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of leadership effectiveness with their factors:

    <p>Leader = Individual characteristics and behaviors of the leader Followers = Needs and values of the team Situational factors = Context in which leadership is exercised Crisis perception = Active search for charismatic leaders in difficult times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following behavioral traits identified in Shackleton's expedition with their descriptions:

    <p>Leading by example = Demonstrating desired behaviors personally Communicating a vision = Articulating clear goals and direction Keeping up morale = Encouraging positive attitudes among followers Maintaining a positive attitude = Staying optimistic despite challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following styles on the Managerial Grid with their characteristics:

    <p>Fully functioning = High concern for both production and people Status quo = Medium concern for production and people Paternalistic = Combines high concern for production with rewards Country club = Emphasizes relationships over task completion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their meanings:

    <p>Charisma = Ability to inspire and attract loyalty Toxic triangle = Combination of harmful leader traits and follower issues Employee-centered = Focus on relationship-oriented behaviors Job-centered = Focus on task-oriented behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following leadership behaviors with their purposes:

    <p>Listening actively = Understanding team concerns Providing feedback = Enhancing team performance Setting clear expectations = Defining roles and responsibilities Encouraging collaboration = Fostering teamwork and cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following leadership dimensions with their descriptions:

    <p>Consideration = Extent to which leaders build trust and support Initiating Structure = Extent to which leaders define roles and tasks Charismatic leadership = Influence based on personal appeal Transactional leadership = Focus on exchanges to achieve results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts from Leadership Contingency Theory with their descriptions:

    <p>Leader characteristics = Traits needed for effective leadership Follower characteristics = Distinct needs of different team members Situational influence = Impact of context on leadership effectiveness Leadership style = Adaptation to various circumstances and challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a key attribute of transformational leadership?

    <p>High levels of motivation among employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Transactional leaders prioritize the potential relationship between themselves and their followers.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one effect of transformational leadership on employees?

    <p>Improved job performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Transformational leaders engage the full _____ of their followers.

    <p>person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of leadership to its primary focus:

    <p>Transformational Leadership = Focus on motivating and inspiring followers Transactional Leadership = Focus on exchanges and rewards Charismatic Leadership = Focus on emotional connection and influence Servant Leadership = Focus on serving and empowering followers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of charismatic leaders according to House's 1976 theory?

    <p>Self-sacrificing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Charismatic leaders do not often ignite the motives of their followers to take action.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three broad areas that motives and tasks of charismatic leaders fall into?

    <p>Power, Achievement, Affiliation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Burns, charisma involves an emotional bond between the leader and the __________.

    <p>led</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following behaviors of charismatic leaders with their descriptions:

    <p>Role models = They exemplify the beliefs and values they want their followers to adopt. High expectations = They communicate confidence in their ability to meet challenges. Respect = They demonstrate abilities that earn the admiration of followers. Motivation = They spark followers' motives to take action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes a transformational leader?

    <p>Uses personal qualities to inspire and transform others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A transformational leader primarily relies on their intelligence and charm to raise aspirations.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is given as an example of a transformational leader?

    <p>Vince Lombardi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is considered crucial in Leadership Trait Theory?

    <p>High level of personal energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Behavior theory primarily focuses on the inherent qualities of leaders rather than their actions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the three styles of leadership identified by Kurt Lewin.

    <p>Autocratic, Democratic, Laissez-faire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ghiselli identified the 'need for __________' as one of the important traits for effective leadership.

    <p>achievement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style is characterized by a high concern for both production and people?

    <p>Fully functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following leadership styles with their characteristics:

    <p>Autocratic = Tight control of group activities Democratic = Group participation and majority rule Laissez-faire = Low activity by the leader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Paternalistic leadership involves low concern for production.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style emphasizes leader control and decision-making over group input?

    <p>Autocratic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main premise of Leadership Contingency Theory?

    <p>Leadership effectiveness depends on the leader, followers, and situational factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Kurt Lewin's study indicated that the democratic leadership style was found to be less beneficial than the autocratic style.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The leadership style characterized by low concern for both production and people is known as __________.

    <p>Impoverished</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style focuses on gaining personal advancement regardless of situational context?

    <p>Opportunistic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to leadership trait theory, what are two key characteristics that determine leadership effectiveness?

    <p>Basic intelligence and clear values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term __________ refers to the extent to which leaders define the relationship between themselves and their staff.

    <p>initiating structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the leadership styles with their descriptions:

    <p>Impoverished = Low concern for both production and people Sweatshop = High concern for production but low concern for people Country club = High concern for people and low concern for task accomplishment Fully functioning = High concern for both production and people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dimension was part of the Ohio State University Studies on Leadership?

    <p>Initiating structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A crisis can create followers who actively look for a charismatic leader.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are two characteristics of transformational leaders?

    <p>Charisma and the ability to inspire loyalty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Managerial Grid, the __________ style features a balance between concern for production and people.

    <p>Fully functioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is NOT considered a situational factor in Leadership Contingency Theory?

    <p>Leader's personality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Leadership Theories

    • Early leadership studies focused on two theories: trait theory and behavior theory.
    • Trait theory focuses on qualities of the leader.
    • Behavior theory focuses on leadership actions.

    Leadership Trait Theory

    • Leadership effectiveness is determined by distinctive physical and psychological characteristics.
    • Key traits include:
      • Basic intelligence
      • Clear and strong values
      • High level of personal energy
    • Ghiselli identified additional key traits for effective leadership:
      • Need for achievement
      • Intelligence
      • Decisiveness
      • Self-confidence
      • Initiative
      • Supervisory ability

    Leadership Behavior Theory

    • Kurt Lewin identified three leadership styles:
      • Autocratic: Tight control of group activities and decisions made by the leader.
      • Democratic: Group participation and majority rule emphasized.
      • Laissez-faire: Low levels of activity by the leader.
    • Lewin's studies indicated that the democratic style was most beneficial.
    • Emphasized the impact of leader behavior on follower performance.

    Ohio State University Studies on Leadership

    • Ralph Stogdill developed the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire.
    • Two dimensions of leadership behavior were identified:
      • Initiating structure: Extent to which leaders take action to define the relationship between themselves and their staff (Task-Oriented).
      • Consideration: Extent to which leaders take action to develop trust, respect, support, and friendship with subordinates (Relationship-Oriented).

    University of Michigan Studies on Leadership

    • Rensis Likert's studies found two similar dimensions of leadership behavior:
      • Job-Centered: Same as Task-Oriented “Initiating Structure”.
      • Employee-Centered: Same as Relationship-Oriented “Consideration”.

    The Managerial Grid

    • Created by Robert Blake and Jane Mouton in 1964.
    • Identifies a real leader as having high concern for both production and people.
    • Five major styles identified:
      • Impoverished: Low concern for production and people
      • Sweatshop: High concern for production but low concern for people
      • Country club: High concern for people and low concern for task accomplishment
      • Status quo: Medium concern for both production and people
      • Fully functioning: High concern for both production and people
    • Two additional styles were added:
      • Paternalistic: Uses high concern for production combined with use of rewards in exchange for compliance and loyalty
      • Opportunistic: Uses whichever style will best promote the manager's own advancement

    Leadership Contingency Theory

    • Claims that the most appropriate leadership qualities and actions vary from situation to situation.
    • Leadership effectiveness depends on:
      • The Leader
      • Followers
      • Situational factors

    Transformational Leadership

    • Charismatic leaders have extraordinary ability to inspire others and bring forth loyalty.
    • R.J. House's theory of charismatic leadership stated that characteristics of charismatic leaders include:
      • Dominant
      • Ambitious
      • Self-confident
      • Strong sense of purpose
    • Behaviors of charismatic leaders:
      • Role models for beliefs and values they want followers to adopt.
      • Demonstrate ability that elicits respect from followers.
      • Have ideological goals with moral overtones.
      • Communicate high expectations and show confidence in followers' ability to meet them.
      • Ignite followers' motives to take action.
    • Political sociologist James MacGregor Burns states that the term charisma has taken on a number of meanings:
      • Magical qualities of a leader
      • Emotional bond between leader and followers
      • Dependence on the leader by the masses
      • Assumptions that the leader is all-knowing and virtuous
      • Popular support for a leader verging on love
    • Transformational leadership describes leaders who use optimism, charm, intelligence, and personal qualities to raise aspirations and transform individuals and organizations.
    • Transactional leaders focus on exchanges between leaders and followers, emphasizing one thing for another.
    • Transformational leadership has a positive effect at all levels of an organization, resulting in higher motivation, improved job performance, and increased organizational commitment for employees.

    Leadership Trait Theory

    • Proposes that specific physical and mental traits contribute to effective leadership.
    • Important leadership traits include: basic intelligence, strong values, high personal energy.
    • Edwin Ghiselli identified traits for effective leadership: need for achievement, intelligence, decisiveness, self-confidence, initiative, supervisory ability.

    Leadership Behavior Theory

    • Kurt Lewin studied leadership styles: Autocratic, democratic, laissez-faire.
    • Democratic leadership was the most beneficial.
    • Emphasized the impact of the leader's behavior on followers' performance.

    Ohio State University Studies on Leadership

    • Used the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire to study leadership behaviors.
    • Defined leadership behaviors on two dimensions:
      • Initiating structure: leader's focus on task-related actions.
      • Consideration: leader's focus on building relationships with subordinates.

    University of Michigan Studies on Leadership

    • Two similar dimensions of leadership behavior were identified:
      • Job-centered: similar to task-oriented "initiating structure."
      • Employee-centered: similar to relationship-oriented "consideration."

    The Managerial Grid

    • Developed by Robert Blake and Jane Mouton to identify leadership styles.
    • Five major styles:
      • Impoverished: low concern for production and people.
      • Sweatshop: high concern for production, low concern for people.
      • Country club: high concern for people, low concern for task accomplishment.
      • Status quo: medium concern for production and people.
      • Fully functioning: high concern for both production and people.
    • Two additional styles:
      • Paternalistic: high concern for production, using rewards for compliance and loyalty.
      • Opportunistic: uses whatever style benefits the manager's advancement.

    Leadership Contingency Theory

    • Challenges the idea of a single best leadership style for all situations.
    • Leadership effectiveness depends on:
      • The leader's qualities and actions.
      • The followers' characteristics and expectations.
      • Situational factors: job, workplace culture, task urgency.

    Transformational Leadership

    • Charismatic leaders inspire others and build loyalty.
    • R.J. House’s theory identifies characteristics of charismatic leaders: dominant, ambitious, self-confident, strong sense of purpose.
    • Behaviors:
      • Role models for desired beliefs and values.
      • Demonstrate competence and gain respect from followers.
      • Communicate high expectations and confidence in achieving them.
      • Motivate followers to take action.
    • Motives and tasks of charismatic leaders: power, achievement, affiliation.
    • James MacGregor Burns defines charisma as:
      • Magical qualities.
      • An emotional bond between leader and followers.
      • Dependence on a powerful figure by the masses.
      • Perception of the leader as omniscient and virtuous.
      • Popular support bordering on love.
    • Transformational leadership elevates aspirations, driving individuals and organizations to high performance.
    • Example of a Transformational leader: Vince Lombardi, NFL head coach.
    • Transformational leaders focus on the leader-follower relationship, engaging the whole person and tapping follower's motives.
    • Transactional leaders focus on exchanges between leaders and followers, exchanging one thing for another.
    • Transformational leadership can have a positive effect at all organizational levels.
      • Employees with transformational leaders have higher motivation, improved performance, increased organizational commitment.

    Leadership Theories

    • Leadership can be defined by different theories, examining different aspects.
    • Trait theory focuses on the characteristics of a leader, while behavior theory examines the actions and behaviors they exhibit.
    • These theories attempt to understand and predict leadership effectiveness.

    Trait Theory

    • Trait theory assumes that specific physical and psychological characteristics contribute to effective leadership.
    • Essential traits include intelligence, strong values, and high energy levels.
    • Ghiselli's traits for leadership include need for achievement, intelligence, decisiveness, self-confidence, initiative, and supervisory ability.

    Behavior Theory

    • Kurt Lewin identified three leadership styles:
      • Autocratic: Tight control, leader makes decisions.
      • Democratic: Group participation, majority rule.
      • Laissez-faire: Minimal leader involvement.
    • Lewin's studies demonstrated that democratic leadership was more effective than autocratic or laissez-faire.

    Ohio State University Studies

    • Ralph Stogdill and colleagues developed the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire.
    • This identified two leadership dimensions:
      • Initiating structure: Defining relationships and tasks (Task-Oriented).
      • Consideration: Building trust, respect, and support (Relationship-Oriented).

    University of Michigan Studies

    • Rensis Likert's studies identified similar leadership dimensions:
      • Job-Centered: Similar to Task-Oriented.
      • Employee-Centered: Similar to Relationship-Oriented.

    The Managerial Grid

    • Developed by Robert Blake and Jane Mouton, the Managerial Grid classifies leadership styles based on concern for production and people.
    • Five major styles:
      • Impoverished: Low concern for both.
      • Sweatshop: High concern for production, low for people.
      • Country club: High concern for people, low for production.
      • Status quo: Medium concern for both.
      • Fully functioning: High concern for both.
    • Two additional styles:
      • Paternalistic: Uses rewards for loyalty and compliance.
      • Opportunistic: Uses whichever style benefits the leader.

    Leadership Contingency Theory

    • Contingency theory states that the best leadership style varies depending on the situation.
    • Leadership effectiveness is influenced by:
      • The leader's characteristics.
      • Follower traits.
      • Situational factors.

    Transformational Leadership

    • Charismatic leaders inspire and evoke loyalty through their personality and beliefs.
    • R.J. House identified characteristics of charismatic leaders: dominance, ambition, self-confidence, and a strong sense of purpose.
    • Behaviors of charismatic leaders:
      • Role model for desired values.
      • Demonstrate ability to earn respect.
      • Communicate high expectations and confidence.
      • Motivate followers to take action.
    • Motives and tasks of charismatic leaders include power, achievement, and affiliation.

    Transformational vs. Transactional Leadership

    • Transformational leadership focuses on the relationship between leader and followers, engaging their full potential.
    • Transactional leadership focuses on exchanges between leader and followers, emphasizing a trade-off system.

    Benefits of Transformational Leadership

    • Positive impact at all levels of an organization.
    • Employees with transformational leaders experience:
      • Higher motivation.
      • Improved job performance.
      • Increased organizational commitment.

    Key Figures in Leadership Theory

    • Kurt Lewin: Identified three leadership styles.
    • Ralph Stogdill: Developer of the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire.
    • Rensis Likert: University of Michigan studies on leadership dimensions.
    • Robert Blake and Jane Mouton: Creators of the Managerial Grid.
    • R.J. House: Theory of charismatic leadership.
    • James MacGregor Burns: Defined the different meanings of charisma.

    Leadership Theories

    • Early leadership theories focused on trait theories which looked at qualities of leaders, and behavior theories which looked at leadership actions.
    • Trait theory identified that basic intelligence, clear and strong values, and high levels of personal energy were important for effective leadership.
    • Ghiselli's traits for effective leadership included: need for achievement, intelligence, decisiveness, self-confidence, initiative and supervisory ability.
    • Leadership behavior theory was explored by Kurt Lewin who focused on autocratic, democratic, and Laissez-faire leadership styles.
    • Lewin's study concluded that democratic leadership was more beneficial than autocratic or Laissez-faire.
    • Ohio State University studies developed the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire which explored two dimensions: initiating structure (task-oriented) and consideration (relationship-oriented).
    • University of Michigan Studies looked at two similar dimensions: Job-Centered (task-oriented) and Employee-Centered (relationship-oriented).

    The Managerial Grid

    • The Managerial Grid, by Robert Blake and Jane Mouton, identified a real leader as having a high concern for both production and people.
    • The managerial grid identified five major leader styles:
      • Impoverished: low concern for production and people
      • Sweatshop: high concern for production but low concern for people
      • Country Club: high concern for people and low concern for task accomplishment
      • Status Quo: medium concern for production and people
      • Fully Functioning: high concern for both production and people.
    • Two additional styles were added: Paternalistic (high concern for production with rewards in exchange for compliance and loyalty), and Opportunistic (uses whichever style best promotes the manager's own advancement).

    Behavior Theory Applied

    • Margot Morrell, looking at Ernest Shackleton's Endurance expedition, identified key leadership lessons:
      • Leading by example
      • Communicating a vision
      • Keeping up morale
      • Maintaining a positive attitude

    Leadership Contingency Theory

    • Contingency Theory posits that the most appropriate leadership qualities and actions vary from situation to situation.
    • Leadership effectiveness depends on:
      • The Leader
      • Followers
      • Situational factors
    • Situational factors include:
      • The job being performed
      • The workplace culture
      • The task's urgency
    • A toxic triangle of:
      • A leader with charisma, narcissism, and a hateful ideology
      • Followers with bad values, unmet needs, and ambition
      • A situation of instability, perceived opportunity, and lack of checks and controls
    • A crisis can create followers who actively seek out a charismatic leader to fix their problems.
    • Some leaders may actively create crises to increase public acceptance of their vision, expand their actions, and increase follower effort.

    Transformational Leadership

    • Charismatic leaders possess an extraordinary ability to inspire and gain loyalty.
    • R.J. House's theory of charismatic leadership (1976) found that leaders are often:
      • Dominant
      • Ambitious
      • Self-confident
      • Have a strong sense of purpose
    • Charismatic leader behaviors include:
      • Serving as role models for desired beliefs and values
      • Demonstrating abilities that command respect
      • Having ideological goals with moral overtones
      • Communicating high expectations
      • Igniting follower motivation to act
    • Motivations of charismatic leaders can fall into three areas:
      • Power
      • Achievement
      • Affiliation
    • Transformational leadership describes leaders who use optimism, charm, intelligence, and other qualities to raise aspirations and transform individuals and organizations.
    • Transformational leaders focus on the potential relationship between the leader and the follower, engaging the full person of the follower.
    • Transactional leaders focus on exchanges between leaders and followers, emphasizing one thing for another.
    • Transformational leadership can positively impact all levels of an organization, leading to:
      • Higher levels of motivation
      • Improved job performance
      • Increased organizational commitment

    Example of Transformational Leadership

    • Vince Lombardi, a transformational leader, had clear values and goals, and instilled loyalty by:
      • Caring
      • Working hard
      • Knowing the right answers
      • Believing in himself and the players
      • Keeping high bars
      • Knowing people and how to motivate them.

    Leadership Theories

    • Early studies of leadership focused on trait and behavior theories.
    • Trait theory focuses on the qualities of a leader.
    • Behavior theory focuses on leadership actions.

    Trait Theory

    • Leaders posses certain physical and psychological characteristics.
    • Traits include basic intelligence, clear and strong values, high level of personal energy, need for achievement, intelligence, decisiveness, self-confidence, initiative and supervisory ability.

    Dimensions of Leadership

    • Two primary dimensions of leadership behavior: Task-Oriented and Relationship-Oriented.
    • Task-Oriented: Initiating Structure
    • Relationship-Oriented: Consideration

    Behavioral Leadership

    • Leaders have a strong impact on their followers' performance.
    • Autocratic leadership is characterized by tight control of group activities and decisions made by the leader.
    • Democratic leadership emphasizes group participation and majority rule.
    • Laissez-faire leadership involves low levels of any kind of activity by the leader.

    Ohio State University Studies on Leadership

    • Developed the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire.
    • Two dimensions: Initiating Structure (extent to which leaders define relationships with staff) and Consideration (extent to which leaders build trust, respect, support, and friendship with subordinates).

    University of Michigan Studies on Leadership

    • Identified similar dimensions: Job-Centered (same as Task-Oriented) and Employee-Centered (same as Relationship-Oriented).

    The Managerial Grid

    • Identifies five major styles: Impoverished, Sweatshop, Country Club, Status Quo, and Fully Functioning.
    • Impoverished: Low concern for production and people.
    • Sweatshop: High concern for production but low concern for people.
    • Country Club: High concern for people and low concern for task accomplishment.
    • Status Quo: Medium concern for both production and people.
    • Fully Functioning: High concern for both production and people.

    Managerial Grid Styles

    • Two additional styles: Paternalistic (high concern for production, uses rewards for compliance and loyalty) and Opportunistic (uses whichever style promotes managers' own advancement).

    Leadership Contingency Theory

    • Contingency theory posits that the most appropriate leadership qualities and actions vary depending on the situation.
    • Effectiveness is determined by the leader, followers, and situational factors.
    • Situational factors include the job being performed, the workplace culture, and the task's urgency.

    Destructive Leadership

    • A toxic triangle can occur with a charismatic leader who has narcissism and an ideology of hate, followers with bad values, unmet needs, and ambition, and a situation of instability, perceived opportunity, and lack of checks and controls.
    • Charisma can be used by leaders to fix problems or create a crisis that increases public acceptance of the leader’s vision and actions.

    Transformational Leadership

    • Charismatic leadership inspires others and fosters loyalty.
    • Characteristics include dominance, ambition, self-confidence, and a sense of purpose.
    • Behaviors include serving as role models, demonstrating abilities, having ideological goals, communicating high expectations, and igniting follower action.

    Transformational Leader Motives and Tasks

    • Focus on power, achievement, and affiliation.

    Charisma

    • Refers to a leader’s magical qualities, an emotional bond between the leader and followers, dependence on a powerful figure, assumptions that a leader is omniscient and virtuous, and widespread popular support.

    Transformational Leaders

    • Have the ability to raise aspirations and transform individuals and organizations.

    Transformational Leadership Effects

    • Can have a positive impact on motivation, job performance, and organizational commitment.

    Transformational and Transactional Leaders

    • Transformational leaders focus on the potential relationship between the leader and followers, engaging the full person of the follower.
    • Transactional leaders focus on exchanges between leaders and followers, emphasizing one thing for another.

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