Leadership Traits and Effectiveness
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Which of the following traits is most strongly associated with effective leadership?

  • Agreeableness
  • Openness to Experience
  • Extraversion (correct)
  • Neuroticism

    • High emotional intelligence (EQ) includes characteristics like self-awareness and social skills.

    True

    What is the impact of high self-esteem on leaders' behavior towards their subordinates?

    Leaders with high self-esteem are more supportive and administer punishment more effectively.

    Leaders who prioritize employee well-being and demonstrate concern for employee feelings are considered __________ leaders.

    <p>people-oriented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which trait is negatively correlated with leadership effectiveness?

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

    Match the leadership traits with their descriptions:

    <p>IQ = General mental ability connected to leadership EQ = Emotional intelligence that includes self-awareness and social skills Extraversion = Strong predictor of leadership emergence Integrity = Demonstrating honesty and fostering trustworthiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Task-oriented behaviors focus on providing emotional support to employees.

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

    Name one trait from the Big Five personality framework that relates to leadership effectiveness.

    <p>Extraversion or Conscientiousness or Openness to Experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of authentic leadership?

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

    Open communication with employees fosters trust and engagement.

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

    What is one way to develop humility as a leader?

    <p>Engaging in volunteer work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Understanding individual goals involves getting to know employees' __________, priorities, and aspirations.

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

    Match the following practices with their benefits:

    <p>Identifying core values = Ensures consistency in actions Reflecting on life events = Shapes personal growth Journaling challenges = Tracks progress Using positive language = Creates a collaborative environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can help in reflecting on personal successes and challenges?

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

    Community engagement is unrelated to the servant leader's focus.

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

    Which leadership style is characterized by the leader making decisions independently?

    <p>Authoritarian Decision Making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can leaders ensure their actions align with their values?

    <p>By evaluating their actions regularly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Task-oriented behaviors consistently lead to higher employee satisfaction.

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

    What decision-making style is generally associated with higher employee satisfaction?

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

    Excessively high levels of task-oriented behaviors can lead to employee __________.

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

    Match the following decision-making styles with their associated characteristics:

    <p>Authoritarian Decision Making = Leader makes decisions independently Democratic Decision Making = Employees involved in decisions Laissez-Faire Decision Making = Hands-off approach by the leader Task-oriented Behaviors = Higher productivity in small companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context are task-oriented behaviors found to be more effective?

    <p>Smaller companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Laissez-faire decision-making is linked to lower employee satisfaction.

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

    What is one limitation of behavioral approaches to leadership?

    <p>They do not consider the impact of the environment or context.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leadership style is most suitable for followers with low competence and high commitment?

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

    According to Situational Leadership Theory, follower readiness is solely based on their commitment level.

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

    Who developed Situational Leadership Theory?

    <p>Kenneth Blanchard and Paul Hersey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The two dimensions that define follower readiness according to Situational Leadership Theory are competence and ______.

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

    Match the levels of follower readiness with their descriptions:

    <p>Low competence, high commitment = Enthusiastic but lacking skills Low competence, low commitment = Lacking both skills and motivation Moderate to high competence, variable commitment = Some skills but may lack confidence High competence, high commitment = Highly skilled and motivated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized by Path-Goal Theory of Leadership?

    <p>Clarifying the path for followers to achieve their goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fiedler's theory emphasizes the role of context in leadership.

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

    What is the consequence of overreliance on Situational Leadership Theory?

    <p>It is not advisable to rely solely on SLT at the expense of other models.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of leadership focuses on rewarding employees for exhibiting desirable behaviors?

    <p>Transactional Leadership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Authentic leaders are encouraged to change their values depending on the situation.

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

    What is a key characteristic of high-quality Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) relationships?

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

    Servant leaders prioritize the needs of their employees over __________ goals.

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

    Match the leadership skills with the respective leadership styles:

    <p>Charismatic Leadership = Vision communication and challenging norms Servant Leadership = Focus on employee needs and development Authentic Leadership = Personal integrity and self-awareness Transactional Leadership = Rewarding desired behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of charismatic leaders?

    <p>Prioritizing organizational goals over individual needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leader-Member Exchange Theory emphasizes the importance of relationships in leadership.

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

    Name one skill that charismatic leaders use to strengthen their message.

    <p>Body language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Fiedler's Contingency Theory emphasize?

    <p>Situational effectiveness of different leadership styles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A high LPC score indicates a task-oriented leader.

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

    What are the three factors that determine a situation's favourableness according to Fiedler?

    <p>Leader-subordinate relations, position power, task structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leaders who score low on the LPC scale are identified as __________ leaders.

    <p>task-oriented</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leaders does Fiedler's theory predict to be most effective in highly unfavourable situations?

    <p>Low LPC leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the LPC scores with the corresponding leader type:

    <p>High LPC = People-oriented leader Low LPC = Task-oriented leader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fiedler's Contingency Theory found strong support for the effectiveness of high LPC leaders in all situations.

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

    What does a highly favourable situation involve according to Fiedler?

    <p>Good leader-subordinate relations, high position power, structured tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Leadership Traits

    • Intelligence correlates strongly with leadership, encompassing both general mental ability (IQ) and emotional intelligence (EQ)
    • High mental ability individuals are more likely to be perceived as leaders
    • High emotional intelligence (EQ), characterized by self-awareness, motivation, empathy, and social skills, is crucial for effective leadership
    • Personality traits, especially those from the Big Five framework, relating to leadership emergence and effectiveness:
      • Extraversion, the strongest predictor, is associated with sociability, assertiveness, energy, and self-confidence
      • Conscientiousness, marked by organization, initiative, and persistence, also increases likelihood
      • Openness to experience, characterized by originality, creativity, and willingness to try new things, also predicts effectiveness
    • Self-esteem is positively correlated with effective leadership
      • Leaders with high self-esteem are generally supportive of their subordinates and administer punishment more effectively
      • High self-esteem contributes to confidence & charisma
    • Integrity is a key trait
      • Effective leaders typically possess a strong moral compass and exhibit honesty & trustworthiness
    • Agreeableness is negatively correlated with leadership
      • Individuals who are modest, good-natured, and avoid conflict are less likely to be perceived as leaders

    Leader Behaviors

    • Task-oriented behaviors are sometimes referred to as initiating structure:
      • Structuring subordinate roles
      • Providing clear instructions
      • Engaging in behaviors that enhance group performance.
      • These behaviors are essentially directives, aimed at accomplishing tasks and meeting organizational goals
    • People-oriented behaviors (also called consideration) center around:
      • Demonstrating concern for employee feelings
      • Treating employees with respect

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    Explore key traits that contribute to effective leadership in this quiz. Learn about the correlation of intelligence, personality traits, and self-esteem with leadership emergence and effectiveness. Delve into the Big Five personality traits and discover their impact on leadership success.

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