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What does ethical leadership primarily emphasize?

  • Aggressive competition in the market
  • Personal gain of the leader
  • Financial success at any cost
  • Consistent moral principles and values (correct)
  • How does ethical leadership affect brand image?

  • It makes the brand appear less competitive
  • It has no influence on brand perception
  • It can dramatically improve the brand image (correct)
  • It reduces the brand's visibility
  • What effect does ethical leadership have on staff morale?

  • It makes staff feel unaccountable
  • It leads to confusion and uncertainty
  • It does not impact employee satisfaction
  • It can lead to greater business success and happiness among employees (correct)
  • What does the acronym FATHER represent in ethical leadership principles?

    <p>Fairness, Accountability, Trust, Honesty, Equality, Respect (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way ethical leaders can influence workplace culture?

    <p>By leading by example and inspiring good ethical behavior (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which attribute of ethical leadership emphasizes the importance of treating others fairly?

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

    Why is customer loyalty important in ethical leadership?

    <p>Customers prefer ethical considerations in their purchases (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can ethical leadership do for staff loyalty?

    <p>Encourage an increase in staff loyalty (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is accountability considered an important attribute of ethical leadership?

    <p>It demonstrates strength and reliability. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does ethical leadership impact recruitment in a business?

    <p>It is essential to attract candidates with similar ethical beliefs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does trust play in the context of a high-performing team?

    <p>It is vital for team development and collaboration. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does honesty influence discussions within a team?

    <p>It fosters an environment for open dialogue. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influence does ethical leadership have on attracting investment?

    <p>It increases confidence among investors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does equality in ethical leadership aim to eliminate?

    <p>Discrimination and bias. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of respectful disagreement?

    <p>Acknowledging others' perspectives. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What short-term benefit can ethical leadership provide to teams?

    <p>Increased excitement and commitment to work. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a transformational leader?

    <p>They stimulate and inspire followers to achieve extraordinary outcomes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do transformational leaders change followers' perspectives?

    <p>By helping them look at old problems in new ways. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes charismatic leaders?

    <p>They possess unique behaviors that influence others. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is NOT commonly associated with charismatic leaders?

    <p>A focus on personal gain over follower needs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a fundamental difference between transactional and transformational leadership?

    <p>Transformational leadership is dependent on transactional leadership. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which practice is NOT recommended for exhibiting charismatic behaviors?

    <p>Using a monotone voice. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential outcome of transformational leadership?

    <p>Improved levels of employee engagement and performance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following traits is essential for a charismatic leader?

    <p>The ability to articulate a far-reaching goal. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a high-high leader?

    <p>Sometimes achieves high group task performance and member satisfaction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dimension did the University of Michigan studies identify leaders by?

    <p>Employee oriented vs. production oriented (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do leaders typically cultivate leader-member exchange (LMX) relationships?

    <p>By rewarding in-group members and penalizing out-group members (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the leader-member exchange (LMX) relationship?

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    What is a primary function of transactional leaders?

    <p>To motivate followers using social exchanges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Michigan studies, which type of leader was associated with achieving both high productivity and high member satisfaction?

    <p>Employee-oriented leaders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor does NOT typically determine if a follower is categorized as an in-group member?

    <p>Leader's subjective judgment alone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential outcome for followers categorized as out-group members?

    <p>Lower performance ratings compared to in-group members (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of coercive power?

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    Which of the following best describes legitimate power?

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    What is the main difference between expert power and coercive power?

    <p>Expert power derives from knowledge, whereas coercive power relies on intimidation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of expert power?

    <p>Influence through deep understanding of subjects. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is ethical leadership important in an organization?

    <p>It helps prevent scandals and ethical dilemmas. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about legitimate power?

    <p>It is solely determined by personal relationships. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does expert power typically manifest in an organization?

    <p>By peers seeking input and advice from knowledgeable individuals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the outcome of effective ethical leadership on employee retention?

    <p>It fosters loyalty among employees. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes democratic leadership from autocratic leadership?

    <p>Democratic leadership allows for participation from multiple people. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'laissez-faire' imply in leadership?

    <p>Minimal supervision and high autonomy for team members. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Ohio State studies, what are the two key dimensions of leader behavior?

    <p>Initiating structure and consideration. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'initiating structure' primarily focus on?

    <p>Establishing the roles of the leader and group members. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A leader exhibiting high consideration would likely do which of the following?

    <p>Address personal issues and be approachable to team members. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dilemma do leaders face concerning performance and member satisfaction?

    <p>Balancing the focus between achieving high performance and attaining member satisfaction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The democratic style of leadership is most closely associated with which principle?

    <p>Equal say in the decision-making process for all members. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does high consideration in leadership mean for work relationships?

    <p>Relationships are characterized by mutual trust and respect. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Autocratic Leadership

    A leadership style where the leader makes all decisions alone, without seeking input from others.

    Laissez-Faire Leadership

    A leadership style that emphasizes delegation and minimal supervision, allowing team members to make decisions independently.

    Democratic Leadership

    A leadership style where the leader involves others in decision-making, encouraging participation and collaboration.

    Initiating Structure

    One of two key dimensions of leader behavior identified by the Ohio State Studies. It refers to a leader's focus on defining roles, organizing work, and establishing clear goals.

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    Consideration

    One of two key dimensions of leader behavior identified by the Ohio State Studies. It refers to a leader's focus on building positive relationships with team members, showing concern for their well-being and values.

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    Ohio State Leadership Studies

    The Ohio State Studies identified these two key dimensions of leader behavior: Initiating Structure and Consideration.

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    Dual Nature of Leadership

    The recognition that leaders must balance their focus on tasks (Initiating Structure) and people (Consideration) to be effective.

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    Effectiveness of Democratic Leadership

    Research on leadership styles has revealed that democratic leadership can be effective, but its effectiveness is often influenced by the specific context.

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    Employee-Oriented Leadership

    A leadership style that focuses on building strong interpersonal relationships with team members.

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    Production-Oriented Leadership

    A leadership style that emphasizes achieving tasks and meeting production goals.

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    Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory

    A leadership theory suggesting that leaders form close relationships with certain followers (in-group) and less close relationships with others (out-group).

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    In-Group Members

    Followers who have a strong, positive relationship with their leader, often characterized by trust, respect, and mutual support.

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    Out-Group Members

    Followers who have a more distant, less positive relationship with their leader, often characterized by less influence and support.

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    Transactional Leadership

    A leadership style that focuses on motivating followers through rewards and punishments, emphasizing clear goals and expectations.

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    High-High Leader

    Employee-Oriented Leadership can lead to both high group productivity and high group member satisfaction.

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    Transformational Leadership

    A leadership style that focuses on inspiring followers, challenging their beliefs, and helping them reach their full potential.

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    What is a Charismatic Leader?

    A charismatic leader possesses a captivating personality and uses various techniques to influence others, such as articulating a compelling vision and exhibiting confidence.

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    Characteristics of a Charismatic Leader

    A visionary leader with the ability to effectively communicate their goals, take calculated risks to achieve them, and understand the needs of their followers and environmental constraints.

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    Relationship between Transformational and Transactional Leadership

    Transformational leadership builds upon transactional leadership by inspiring followers to go beyond expectations and achieve extraordinary results. It emphasizes vision, motivation, and personal development.

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    Transformational Leadership Beyond Charisma

    Transformational leadership involves more than just charisma. It requires leaders to instill in their followers the ability to question both existing perspectives and even the leader's own opinions.

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    Can Charisma be Learned?

    Researchers have successfully trained individuals to exhibit charismatic behaviors, demonstrating that charisma can be developed.

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    Training Methods for Charismatic Leadership

    Training for charismatic leadership involves teaching individuals to effectively communicate a compelling vision, set high expectations, express confidence in followers, demonstrate empathy, and cultivate a confident and engaging presence through verbal and nonverbal communication.

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    What is ethical leadership?

    Ethical leadership means acting morally and with integrity, both inside and outside the workplace. It involves upholding ethical principles and values even when it's challenging or inconvenient.

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    Why is ethical leadership important for a company?

    Ethical leadership is crucial for building trust and respect within a company. By demonstrating integrity, leaders set the tone for ethical behavior throughout the organization.

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    Impact on customer loyalty

    Ethical leadership practices like transparency and fairness can positively impact how customers perceive a brand. This can lead to increased loyalty and positive word-of-mouth.

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    Improved brand image

    A company's image benefits from ethical leadership. Positive actions and a commitment to values enhance the brand's reputation and trust.

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    How does ethical leadership impact staff morale?

    Ethical leaders inspire employees to be responsible and accountable. By setting a positive example, they motivate employees to contribute to a thriving workplace.

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    Positive workplace culture

    Ethical leadership fosters a respectful and supportive work environment. Leaders set the example by demonstrating ethical values, which encourages others to follow suit.

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    Impact on staff loyalty

    Ethical leaders build trust with their employees by being fair and honest. This increases employee loyalty, as they feel valued and respected.

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    Attracting investment

    Ethical companies attract investors because they demonstrate a commitment to responsible practices. This inspires confidence and increases the likelihood of investment.

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    Ethical Leadership

    Ethical Leadership is a type of leadership that focuses on integrity, fairness, and respect for all individuals. It emphasizes moral principles in decision-making and promotes a positive work environment.

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    FATHER Framework

    A framework for understanding ethical leadership: Fairness, Accountability, Trust, Honesty, Equality, Respect.

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    Fairness

    Treating everyone fairly and with respect, regardless of their position or background.

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    Accountability

    Being responsible for your actions and decisions, even mistakes. It involves owning up to errors and learning from them.

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    Trust

    The foundation of a strong team. It's built on honest communication, reliability, and mutual respect.

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    Honesty

    Being truthful and transparent in communication, fostering a culture of open discussion and feedback.

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    Equality

    Treating everyone with respect and creating an inclusive environment where everyone has equal opportunities.

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    Respect

    Valuing and recognizing the worth of others while respecting their thoughts, feelings, and opinions. It's about understanding and appreciating differences.

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    Coercive Power

    The ability of a manager to enforce an order by threatening an employee with punishment for non-compliance. This type of power uses force or the threat of force to motivate action.

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    Legitimate Power

    Power derived from a person's official position or rank within an organization's hierarchy. This type of power is based on the perception of authority and the individual's role within the structure.

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    Expert Power

    Power obtained through specialized knowledge, skills, or expertise in a specific area. This type of power is earned through competence and recognized by others who value the individual's expertise.

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    Coercion

    The use of force or the threat of force to gain power. This is a form of illegitimate power that relies on intimidation and coercion.

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    Knowledge-Based Influence (Expert Power)

    Influence stemming from a person's deep understanding of a subject or process. This type of power is based on knowledge and recognized by others who seek their input.

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    Recognition of Expertise (Expert Power)

    When peers, subordinates, and superiors acknowledge and value an individual's expertise and seek out their input. This recognition reinforces the individual's expert power.

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    Problem-Solving Ability (Expert Power)

    The ability to effectively address complex problems and contribute valuable solutions to the organization. This problem-solving ability demonstrates the individual's expertise and strengthens their expert power.

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    Value Creation through Expertise (Expert Power)

    Expert power relies on the individual's ability to help the organization achieve success by providing valuable knowledge, skills, or insights.

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    Study Notes

    Managers as Leaders

    • Leaders influence others and have managerial authority, guiding groups toward goals.
    • All managers should ideally be leaders, as leading is a management function.

    Early Leadership Theories

    • Interest in leadership began early, with group-based goal achievement.
    • Early 20th-century research focused on leader traits and behaviors.

    Leadership Trait Theories

    • These theories tried to find common traits among leaders.
    • 1920s and 1930s research isolated leadership characteristics (physical stature, appearance, social class, emotional stability, etc.).
    • Identifying universal, consistent leader traits proved challenging and somewhat optimistic.
    • Later research focused on the process of leading, rather than the individual leader, finding seven key traits associated with effective leadership.

    Leadership Behavior Theories

    • Behavioral theories sought answers to leadership nature.
    • Differed from trait theories in focusing on leadership behaviors rather than traits.
    • Four main leader behavior studies (University of Iowa, University of Michigan, Ohio State, Managerial Grid) were critical in understanding leadership styles:
      • Autocratic style - leader controls all decisions.
      • Democratic style - participation in decision-making by all members.
      • Laissez-faire style - minimal supervision, complete delegation.
    • Studies identified key dimensions (initiating structure and consideration) in leader behavior.

    Contemporary Views of Leadership

    • Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory - Leaders create in-groups and out-groups where those in the in-group have higher performance, less turnover, and greater job satisfaction.
    • Transformational Leadership theories - transactional leaders guide by exchanging rewards.
      • Transformational leaders inspire extraordinary outcomes by focusing on individual concerns and issue identification, inspiring change.
    • Charismatic Leadership - enthusiastic, self-confident leaders influence through their personal characteristics, ability to articulate vision, willingness to risk and sensitivity to follower needs.

    Ethical Leadership

    • Ethical leadership centers on demonstrating appropriate conduct, consistent with recognized principles, both inside and outside the work environment.
    • Ethical leaders set high standards for moral principles and behavior, showing integrity through example.
    • Key benefits include improved brand image, staff morale, workplace culture, customer loyalty, staff loyalty, improved recruitment, and attracting investment.

    Power

    • Coercive power - using threats and force to ensure compliance.
    • Legitimate power - power derived from a formal position in the organizational hierarchy.
    • Expert power - power gained via specialized knowledge, skills, or expertise.

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