Northouse - Leadership Theory and Practice: Criticisms

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In the Situational Approach, what is the first task for a leader in any given situation?

Diagnosing the situation and identifying the developmental level of employees. (correct)

Implementing a directive leadership style.

Adapting their leadership style to match the employee's development level.

Providing support to subordinates regardless of their skill level.

What is the primary assumption of the Situational Approach in leadership?

Leader effectiveness depends on adapting leadership style to match subordinate developmental level. (correct)

Leaders should maintain a consistent leadership style at all times.

Leaders should focus solely on directive behaviors with subordinates.

Leader effectiveness is based on maintaining a high level of control over subordinates.

What does the Situational Approach require leaders to do in terms of their leadership style?

Adapt their leadership style to match the employee's development level. (correct)

Only focus on directive behaviors without considering support.

Maintain the same leadership style with all subordinates.

Exert strict control over subordinates' tasks.

According to the SLII model, what is the second task for leaders in the Situational Approach?

Adapt their leadership style to prescribed behaviors in the model. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Situational Approach suggest about leader flexibility?

Flexibility is a crucial aspect for effective leadership according to this approach. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is critical for a leader applying the Situational Approach?

Assessing subordinate developmental position and adapting their leadership style accordingly. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect raises theoretical considerations regarding the validity of the situational leadership approach?

Lack of an empirical foundation Signup and view all the answers

What makes the situational leadership model practical for managers to apply?

Its straightforward nature Signup and view all the answers

What crucial factor is very unclear in the conceptualization of commitment within the situational leadership model?

Why commitment varies Signup and view all the answers

What issue is not adequately addressed by the situational leadership model in an organizational setting?

One-to-one versus group leadership Signup and view all the answers

In what way does replication fail to support the basic prescriptions of the situational leadership model?

By lacking an empirical foundation Signup and view all the answers

What makes the situational approach applicable in virtually all types of organizations?

'It's easy to conceptualize and apply' characteristic Signup and view all the answers

In the Situational Leadership model, which leadership style is characterized by high directive and low supportive behaviors?

Directing Signup and view all the answers

What is a key strength of the Situational Leadership model according to the text?

It provides a clear training model for followers Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what is a characteristic of leaders following the Delegating style in the Situational Leadership model?

Low Supportive-Low Directive Signup and view all the answers

Which type of behavior does Situational Leadership emphasize leaders should adapt based on task requirements and subordinate needs?

Behavior tailored to individual needs Signup and view all the answers

What is a criticism of the Situational Leadership model according to the text?

It encourages inflexible leadership approaches Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of Situational Leadership is considered practical and easily applicable in diverse settings?

Straightforward approach for understanding and application Signup and view all the answers