Leading, Guiding, and Motivating Others

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What is defined as the ability to influence others to behave in a certain way?

Legitimate power (correct)

Reward power

Referent power

Expert power

Which source of power is derived from an individual's control over rewards?

Coercive power

Reward power (correct)

Referent power

Expert power

What type of leaders are directive and allow very little input from subordinates?

Democratic leaders

Consultative leaders

Autocratic leaders (correct)

Consensual leaders

Which type of leadership style involves actively seeking input from subordinates before making decisions?

Democratic leadership (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to researchers, what percentage of leadership skills can be developed?

75% (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which source of power is derived from an individual's extensive knowledge in one or more areas?

Expert power (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of leadership style?

The consistent way individuals in leadership positions influence others' behavior (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of power is derived from an individual's ability to threaten negative outcomes?

Coercive power (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes one organization from another?

Corporate culture (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which company is NOT mentioned as an example of empowering employees?

Walmart (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text say about returns at Costco?

Customers don't need a receipt for returns (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is mentioned as part of corporate culture?

Architecture and decor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is described as 'the set of attitudes, values, and standards of behavior' in the text?

Corporate culture (B) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect helps resolve customers’ issues at Costco without supervisor involvement?

Employee empowerment (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which company is NOT listed as an example of empowering employees in the text?

Walmart (B) Signup and view all the answers

'Shorts or Suits?' in the text refers to what aspect of corporate culture?

Employee dress code (D) Signup and view all the answers

'Take time to consider the corporate culture' implies what during career exploration?

'Corporate fit' consideration (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which leadership style involves turning over all authority and control to subordinates?

Free-rein (A) Signup and view all the answers

When does the democratic leadership style work best?

When quality is more important than speed to market (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the core principle of employee empowerment?

Giving employees more autonomy and discretion in decision-making (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which leadership style involves conferring with subordinates but retaining final decision-making authority?

Consultative (B) Signup and view all the answers

In which situation might an autocratic leadership style be the most effective?

When urgent action is required (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of consensual leadership?

Encouraging discussion before requiring agreement (A) Signup and view all the answers

When does free-rein leadership tend to work best?

For teams with highly skilled self-starters (A) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes great leaders in terms of their leadership style flexibility?

They vary their style based on situational demands (A) Signup and view all the answers

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