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What role does a manager play when they monitor information from various sources?
What role does a manager play when they monitor information from various sources?
- Decisional role
- Interpersonal role
- Operational role
- Informational role (correct)
What is a key function of a manager in the decisional role?
What is a key function of a manager in the decisional role?
- Handling unexpected situations (correct)
- Improving techniques in project performance
- Communicating organizational changes
- Ensuring compliance with regulations
Which aspect is essential for a manager to ensure fairness in the reward system?
Which aspect is essential for a manager to ensure fairness in the reward system?
- Monitoring external performance metrics
- Innovating new rewards
- Perceived equity (correct)
- Directing control of projects
What is a common misconception about the role of a spokesperson in an organization?
What is a common misconception about the role of a spokesperson in an organization?
Which of the following best exemplifies the entrepreneurial aspect of a manager's decisional role?
Which of the following best exemplifies the entrepreneurial aspect of a manager's decisional role?
In managerial development programs, which skill is emphasized for performing an activity accurately?
In managerial development programs, which skill is emphasized for performing an activity accurately?
What is a misconception regarding the role of a manager as a negotiator?
What is a misconception regarding the role of a manager as a negotiator?
What characterizes a manager's informational role beyond monitoring?
What characterizes a manager's informational role beyond monitoring?
What does planning primarily involve in management?
What does planning primarily involve in management?
According to scientific management principles, what should replace traditional methods of organizing work?
According to scientific management principles, what should replace traditional methods of organizing work?
What is a key function of staffing in management?
What is a key function of staffing in management?
In the context of directing, which function is NOT typically included?
In the context of directing, which function is NOT typically included?
What is the focus of controlling functions in management?
What is the focus of controlling functions in management?
According to Taylor, what should a scientific personnel system be based on?
According to Taylor, what should a scientific personnel system be based on?
Which of the following statements about organizing is true?
Which of the following statements about organizing is true?
What does the principle of using scientific methods in work organization aim to achieve?
What does the principle of using scientific methods in work organization aim to achieve?
What is a key characteristic of proactive planning for nurse managers?
What is a key characteristic of proactive planning for nurse managers?
Which of the following is a common reason plans fail?
Which of the following is a common reason plans fail?
How can an organization ensure that its planning process is effective?
How can an organization ensure that its planning process is effective?
What should be avoided to ensure effective proactive planning?
What should be avoided to ensure effective proactive planning?
Which of the following is NOT a strategy for successful planning?
Which of the following is NOT a strategy for successful planning?
What factor can impact the level of motivation during the planning process?
What factor can impact the level of motivation during the planning process?
Which aspect is crucial for a successful planning process?
Which aspect is crucial for a successful planning process?
What should planning efforts primarily recognize to avoid failure?
What should planning efforts primarily recognize to avoid failure?
What effect did managerial attention have on productivity according to Mayo's findings?
What effect did managerial attention have on productivity according to Mayo's findings?
According to the human relations approach, what was a notable challenge faced in organizations?
According to the human relations approach, what was a notable challenge faced in organizations?
Which of the following does Theory X manager believe about employees?
Which of the following does Theory X manager believe about employees?
What does intrinsic motivation refer to?
What does intrinsic motivation refer to?
What aspect of work groups was emphasized by Mayo's research?
What aspect of work groups was emphasized by Mayo's research?
What was one consequence of applying the human relations approach?
What was one consequence of applying the human relations approach?
What is a key component of McGregor's Theory Y?
What is a key component of McGregor's Theory Y?
How does motivational theory, as described by Mills, characterize motivation?
How does motivational theory, as described by Mills, characterize motivation?
Which type of leader is described as becoming a leader despite not seeking the role?
Which type of leader is described as becoming a leader despite not seeking the role?
What is a key characteristic of the charismatic leader?
What is a key characteristic of the charismatic leader?
What distinguishes the consensus leader from other types of leaders?
What distinguishes the consensus leader from other types of leaders?
Which leader is characterized by a approach of decision-making that involves others?
Which leader is characterized by a approach of decision-making that involves others?
What is a significant disadvantage of collaborative decision-making in leadership?
What is a significant disadvantage of collaborative decision-making in leadership?
What type of leader is consistent and persistent in their beliefs?
What type of leader is consistent and persistent in their beliefs?
The coercive leader primarily influences others through which of the following methods?
The coercive leader primarily influences others through which of the following methods?
In situational leadership theories, how are the different leader types primarily distinguished?
In situational leadership theories, how are the different leader types primarily distinguished?
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Study Notes
Informational Role of Managers
- Managers play an essential role in monitoring and disseminating information from internal and external sources.
- They act as spokespersons, representing the organization in various contexts.
Decisional Role of Managers
- Managers are entrepreneurs and innovators, tasked with problem discovery and designing improvement strategies.
- They function as troubleshooters, addressing unexpected issues such as resignations or client losses.
- Negotiators during conflicts to facilitate resolutions.
Development of Future Managers
- Managerial development programs enhance various skills essential for effective management.
- Technical skills are vital for the correct execution of activities.
- Proactive planning involves assessing the organization's past, present, and future.
Reasons Why Plans Fail
- False assumptions undermine planning effectiveness.
- Lack of clarity on overall goals leads to misalignment.
- Inadequate alternatives and resources can derail plans.
- Low motivation levels among staff hinder success.
- Sound strategies not utilized and poor delegation impede progress.
- Limited scope planning fails to consider organizational goals and community requirements.
Balanced Scorecard & Planning Success Strategies
- Successful planning starts at the executive level to ensure alignment with organizational vision.
- Planning should be organized, clear, and definite without bypassing management levels.
Scientific Management Principles
- Traditional methods should be replaced with science-based approaches to enhance efficiency.
- A scientific personnel system enables hiring and training based on competence.
- Understanding the organization’s power structure is crucial for effective management.
Mayo's Contributions
- Attention from management positively affects employee productivity, highlighted by the Hawthorne effect.
- Informal work groups and social environments contribute to employee satisfaction and participation.
Motivational Theories by McGregor
- Theory X postulates that managers view employees as lazy and in need of constant supervision.
- Theory Y suggests that employees are intrinsically motivated and capable of self-direction.
Situational Leadership Theories
- Five leader types identified:
- Natural leaders arise organically in response to situations.
- Charismatic leaders inspire and motivate followers through personal influence.
- Rational leaders show consistency and clarity in decision-making.
- Consensus leaders gain acceptance and support from their peers.
- Coercive leaders exert influence through fear and dominance.
Leadership Dynamics
- Leadership situations can be influenced by external events that affect both leaders and followers.
- Effective communication flows in both directions within an organization, promoting collaboration.
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