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What is one key assumption of the trait era of leadership?
What is one key assumption of the trait era of leadership?
- Leadership effectiveness is solely based on situational factors.
- All leaders possess a common set of traits.
- Leadership skills can be learned through training.
- Leaders are born with inherent characteristics. (correct)
Which model focuses on the relationship between leaders and their followers?
Which model focuses on the relationship between leaders and their followers?
- Leader-Member Exchange Model (LMX) (correct)
- The Normative Decision Model
- Path-Goal Theory
- Fiedler’s Contingency Model
During which era did the focus shift primarily to leader behavior?
During which era did the focus shift primarily to leader behavior?
- The Behavior Era (correct)
- The Great Man Theory
- The Contingency Era
- The Trait Era
Which of the following statements regarding the Great Man Theory is true?
Which of the following statements regarding the Great Man Theory is true?
What does emotional intelligence NOT include?
What does emotional intelligence NOT include?
Which of the following traits is NOT related to leadership success according to research?
Which of the following traits is NOT related to leadership success according to research?
Path-Goal Theory focuses on which aspect of leadership?
Path-Goal Theory focuses on which aspect of leadership?
What does self-management in emotional intelligence refer to?
What does self-management in emotional intelligence refer to?
In which era did the focus on understanding both the leader and the leadership situation emerge?
In which era did the focus on understanding both the leader and the leadership situation emerge?
Which of the following is NOT a component of emotional intelligence?
Which of the following is NOT a component of emotional intelligence?
Flashcards
Trait Era Leadership
Trait Era Leadership
Leadership approach focused on leader personality traits (1800s-mid-1940s).
Intelligence
Intelligence
A person's overall effectiveness in thought-directed activities.
Personality Traits
Personality Traits
Distinctive characteristics of a person impacting their behavior, thoughts, and feelings.
Behavioural Era
Behavioural Era
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Contingency Era
Contingency Era
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Fiedler's Contingency Model
Fiedler's Contingency Model
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Normative Decision Model
Normative Decision Model
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Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Model
Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Model
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Path-Goal Theory
Path-Goal Theory
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Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence
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Study Notes
The Trait Era (1800s to mid-1940s)
- Focused on leader personality.
- Assumed leaders are born with special characteristics.
- Believed leaders and followers possess different traits.
- "Great Man" Theory attempted to demonstrate fundamental differences between leaders and followers.
- Research on various traits (personality, physical attributes, intelligence, values) found no significant differences between leaders and followers.
- Some traits (intelligence, initiative, stress tolerance, responsibility, friendliness, dominance) showed moderate correlation with leadership success.
Intelligence
- Intelligence is a person's effectiveness in activities driven by thought.
Emotional Intelligence
- Self-awareness: Understanding one's emotions, strengths, weaknesses, drives, values, and goals.
- Self-management: Controlling emotions and impulses.
- Self-motivation: Motivating oneself to persist.
- Empathy: Recognizing and understanding others' feelings.
- Social skills: Managing relationships effectively.
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