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What is the core focus of Leader-Member Exchange Theory?
What is the core focus of Leader-Member Exchange Theory?
- Creating equal relationships between leaders and employees.
- Developing a strong, one-way connection between leaders and all team members.
- Establishing a two-way connection between leaders and a select group of employees. (correct)
- Promoting a collaborative environment where all employees have equal authority.
In Leader-Member Exchange Theory, what is the primary purpose of a leader's mentorship?
In Leader-Member Exchange Theory, what is the primary purpose of a leader's mentorship?
- To ensure all team members have equal access to information and resources.
- To develop a close relationship with team members, improving trust and support. (correct)
- To reduce the likelihood of in-groups and out-groups forming within the team.
- To promote a harmonious and unified team environment.
What is a potential drawback of Leader-Member Exchange Theory?
What is a potential drawback of Leader-Member Exchange Theory?
- It can make it difficult for leaders to make objective decisions.
- It can reduce the overall productivity of the team.
- It can lead to a lack of motivation among all team members.
- It can create inequalities and divisions within the team. (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a direct outcome of Leader-Member Exchange Theory?
Which of the following is NOT a direct outcome of Leader-Member Exchange Theory?
What is the main goal of servant leadership?
What is the main goal of servant leadership?
What differentiates Servant leadership from Leader-Member Exchange Theory?
What differentiates Servant leadership from Leader-Member Exchange Theory?
Which leadership theory suggests that the leader's main objective is to support and empower their employees?
Which leadership theory suggests that the leader's main objective is to support and empower their employees?
Which of the following statements best describes the key distinction between Leader-Member Exchange Theory and Servant Leadership?
Which of the following statements best describes the key distinction between Leader-Member Exchange Theory and Servant Leadership?
What was one major impact of employees having low attendance at the fitness center?
What was one major impact of employees having low attendance at the fitness center?
Which management function is NOT part of the traditional functions defined by Henri Fayol?
Which management function is NOT part of the traditional functions defined by Henri Fayol?
According to the research reported by Daniel Goleman, which factor does leadership style affect?
According to the research reported by Daniel Goleman, which factor does leadership style affect?
What initiative was HR planning to implement in response to attendance issues?
What initiative was HR planning to implement in response to attendance issues?
What was a key element of the organizational environment emphasized for HR professionals?
What was a key element of the organizational environment emphasized for HR professionals?
Which aspect is NOT part of the motivation and engagement factors influenced by leadership style?
Which aspect is NOT part of the motivation and engagement factors influenced by leadership style?
HR professionals must become more skillful in understanding which elements, according to the content?
HR professionals must become more skillful in understanding which elements, according to the content?
What is implied about the leaders' culture created within the organization?
What is implied about the leaders' culture created within the organization?
What characterizes a middle-of-the-road manager?
What characterizes a middle-of-the-road manager?
What is a key trait of team leaders according to the content?
What is a key trait of team leaders according to the content?
What do situational theories suggest about leaders' behaviors?
What do situational theories suggest about leaders' behaviors?
In the Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership model, what is crucial for leaders?
In the Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership model, what is crucial for leaders?
Which combination of behaviors do middle-of-the-road managers display?
Which combination of behaviors do middle-of-the-road managers display?
What does the term 'task behaviors' refer to in leadership?
What does the term 'task behaviors' refer to in leadership?
How are situational theories different from traditional leadership models?
How are situational theories different from traditional leadership models?
What is the primary focus of relationship behaviors in leadership?
What is the primary focus of relationship behaviors in leadership?
Which type of manager fosters a secure atmosphere and relies on trust to accomplish goals?
Which type of manager fosters a secure atmosphere and relies on trust to accomplish goals?
What is a characteristic of authoritarian managers?
What is a characteristic of authoritarian managers?
How do impoverished managers generally operate?
How do impoverished managers generally operate?
Which type of manager is considered a leader among the five types?
Which type of manager is considered a leader among the five types?
What is the main approach of country club managers towards task management?
What is the main approach of country club managers towards task management?
What outcome is typical of impoverished management styles?
What outcome is typical of impoverished management styles?
Why do country club managers avoid punitive actions?
Why do country club managers avoid punitive actions?
In which management style do managers typically detach themselves from their team?
In which management style do managers typically detach themselves from their team?
What is a key characteristic of transformational leaders?
What is a key characteristic of transformational leaders?
Which of the following describes the approach taken by transformational leaders towards decision-making?
Which of the following describes the approach taken by transformational leaders towards decision-making?
How do transformational leaders typically influence their organization's culture?
How do transformational leaders typically influence their organization's culture?
In which types of organizations is transactional leadership more commonly found?
In which types of organizations is transactional leadership more commonly found?
What role does mentorship play in transformational leadership?
What role does mentorship play in transformational leadership?
What is a major focus for transformational leaders when it comes to their teams?
What is a major focus for transformational leaders when it comes to their teams?
What type of leadership does NOT allow for employee autonomy in decision-making?
What type of leadership does NOT allow for employee autonomy in decision-making?
Which of the following statements is true about transformational leadership?
Which of the following statements is true about transformational leadership?
Which of the following is NOT a type of leadership behavior as described by Path-Goal Theory?
Which of the following is NOT a type of leadership behavior as described by Path-Goal Theory?
What is the main focus of Path-Goal Theory?
What is the main focus of Path-Goal Theory?
Which leadership behavior helps employees understand the task and its objective?
Which leadership behavior helps employees understand the task and its objective?
Which leadership behavior aims to fulfill employee's social needs?
Which leadership behavior aims to fulfill employee's social needs?
How does Path-Goal Theory suggest leaders can motivate employees?
How does Path-Goal Theory suggest leaders can motivate employees?
According to Path-Goal Theory, which leadership behavior can be used to reduce harmful conflict?
According to Path-Goal Theory, which leadership behavior can be used to reduce harmful conflict?
Which of the following leadership theory is most closely related to Path-Goal Theory?
Which of the following leadership theory is most closely related to Path-Goal Theory?
What is NOT a key principle of Path-Goal Theory?
What is NOT a key principle of Path-Goal Theory?
Flashcards
Customer service strain
Customer service strain
Challenges faced by customer service due to employee attendance issues.
Employee benefits
Employee benefits
The perks provided to employees, like fitness center membership.
Managerial efficiency
Managerial efficiency
The effectiveness of managers in supervising employees.
Human resource management
Human resource management
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Henri Fayol's functions
Henri Fayol's functions
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Leadership styles
Leadership styles
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Organizational culture
Organizational culture
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Adaptive leadership
Adaptive leadership
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Country Club Managers
Country Club Managers
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Impoverished Managers
Impoverished Managers
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Authoritarian Managers
Authoritarian Managers
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Team Leader
Team Leader
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Management Styles
Management Styles
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Low Task, High Relationship
Low Task, High Relationship
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High Task, Low Relationship
High Task, Low Relationship
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Power Struggles
Power Struggles
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Middle-of-the-road managers
Middle-of-the-road managers
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Situational theories
Situational theories
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Task-oriented behaviors
Task-oriented behaviors
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Relationship-oriented behaviors
Relationship-oriented behaviors
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Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership
Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership
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High task, high relationship
High task, high relationship
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Behavioral adaptation
Behavioral adaptation
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Path-Goal Theory
Path-Goal Theory
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Leader's Power
Leader's Power
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Directive Leadership
Directive Leadership
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Supportive Leadership
Supportive Leadership
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Achievement-Oriented Leadership
Achievement-Oriented Leadership
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Employee Needs
Employee Needs
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Involvement in Ideas
Involvement in Ideas
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Reducing Conflict
Reducing Conflict
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Transformational Leadership
Transformational Leadership
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Inspiration in Leadership
Inspiration in Leadership
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Autonomy in Work
Autonomy in Work
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Leading by Example
Leading by Example
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Moral and Ethical Standards
Moral and Ethical Standards
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Communication in Leadership
Communication in Leadership
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Mentorship in Leadership
Mentorship in Leadership
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Collaboration in Leadership
Collaboration in Leadership
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Leader-Member Exchange Theory
Leader-Member Exchange Theory
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In-Group
In-Group
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Out-Group
Out-Group
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Trust Building
Trust Building
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Mentorship
Mentorship
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Servant Leadership
Servant Leadership
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Impact of Leadership Styles
Impact of Leadership Styles
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Power Dynamics
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Study Notes
Effective HR Leadership
- Combines critical skills: ability to see opportunities and problems, envision a different future, rally support, and manage initiatives for sustainable benefits.
Competency Connection
- Leadership: Communication, Relationship Management, Business Acumen, Analytical Aptitude
HR Professional Scenario
- Optimized benefits costs and managerial efficiency by realigning head count.
- Used Business Acumen and Analytical Aptitude.
- Utilized Relationship Management and Communication skills for support and implementation.
HR Director Role
- Directed a health and fitness business with multiple locations (typically 350 employees, rising during vacations).
- CFO observed an 8% headcount increase with no new programs or positions, concerning revenue growth.
- Issue was hiring managers allowing reduced hours with additional staff added to fill those hours.
- Reasons varied: children's activities, other work, schooling, etc.
- Employee satisfaction and length of service were apparent factors in management decisions, instead of minimum hours requirements.
HR Actions and Solutions
- Implemented a temporary hiring freeze to minimize panic.
- Communicated the freeze as part of an efficiency study, not a revenue issue.
- Stressed the unsustainable situation of too many employees working insufficient hours and its impact on customer service and company funding.
- Established minimal expectations of hours worked with departments for current and future hires.
- Worked with employees to meet these expectations.
- Recognized the value of employees and existing long-term team members.
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