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What does the term 'Laissez-Faire' translate to in English?
What does the term 'Laissez-Faire' translate to in English?
- Let them do what they want (correct)
- Let them choose
- Let them govern
- Let them be free
Which of the following describes the style of leadership associated with Laissez-Faire?
Which of the following describes the style of leadership associated with Laissez-Faire?
- Moderately involved
- Coercive and controlling
- Least active (correct)
- Highly directive
In a Laissez-Faire leadership style, how are decisions typically made?
In a Laissez-Faire leadership style, how are decisions typically made?
- By a committee of stakeholders
- Independently by individuals (correct)
- By the leader with strict guidelines
- Collaboratively by the team
Which of the following is a misconception about Laissez-Faire leadership?
Which of the following is a misconception about Laissez-Faire leadership?
What is a primary responsibility of effective leaders according to this theory?
What is a primary responsibility of effective leaders according to this theory?
How do effective leaders assist their subordinates in achieving their goals?
How do effective leaders assist their subordinates in achieving their goals?
What might be a consequence of using a Laissez-Faire leadership style?
What might be a consequence of using a Laissez-Faire leadership style?
Which of the following describes the approach of effective leaders?
Which of the following describes the approach of effective leaders?
What role do obstacles play in effective leadership?
What role do obstacles play in effective leadership?
What are the two leadership styles linked by the FRLM?
What are the two leadership styles linked by the FRLM?
What is the ultimate goal for leaders according to this theory?
What is the ultimate goal for leaders according to this theory?
Who are the authors of the work discussing distinct leadership styles?
Who are the authors of the work discussing distinct leadership styles?
Which leadership style is NOT mentioned in connection with the FRLM?
Which leadership style is NOT mentioned in connection with the FRLM?
In what year was the work on distinct leadership styles published?
In what year was the work on distinct leadership styles published?
Which leadership style is characterized by a hands-off approach?
Which leadership style is characterized by a hands-off approach?
What is a key limitation of Trait Theory in leadership assessment?
What is a key limitation of Trait Theory in leadership assessment?
Which aspect of leadership judgment is highlighted as a limitation of Trait Theory?
Which aspect of leadership judgment is highlighted as a limitation of Trait Theory?
Which criticism does Trait Theory face regarding leadership evaluation?
Which criticism does Trait Theory face regarding leadership evaluation?
What factor can contribute to the difficulty of assessing leadership qualities according to Trait Theory?
What factor can contribute to the difficulty of assessing leadership qualities according to Trait Theory?
Why might evaluating leadership traits be considered subjective?
Why might evaluating leadership traits be considered subjective?
What does Fiedler's Contingency Theory primarily describe?
What does Fiedler's Contingency Theory primarily describe?
In which type of group setting does Fiedler's Contingency Theory apply best?
In which type of group setting does Fiedler's Contingency Theory apply best?
Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of Fiedler's Contingency Theory?
Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of Fiedler's Contingency Theory?
What kind of leadership environment does Fiedler's Contingency Theory suggest is effective?
What kind of leadership environment does Fiedler's Contingency Theory suggest is effective?
Which characteristic is typical of leaders in Fiedler's Contingency Theory?
Which characteristic is typical of leaders in Fiedler's Contingency Theory?
Study Notes
Limitations of the Trait Theory
- Judgments about a "good" or "successful" leader are often subjective and can vary based on individual perspectives.
Fiedler's Contingency Theory
- Emphasizes a leader's "ability to lead" in tightly supervised environments.
- Effective leaders clarify paths for subordinates to achieve goals and eliminate obstacles.
- Highlights the relationship between transactional and transformational leadership styles as well as laissez-faire leadership.
Distinct Leadership Styles
- Introduced by Bruce Avolio and Bernard Bass in 1991, examining different leadership approaches.
Laissez-Faire Leadership Style
- Derived from French meaning "Let them do (what they want)," indicating minimal leader intervention.
- Characterized as the least active style of leadership, allowing subordinates significant autonomy.
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Explore the subjective judgments involved in assessing who qualifies as a 'good' or 'successful' leader under Trait Theory. This quiz examines the limitations and challenges inherent in this psychological framework for leadership analysis.
