12 Questions
What leadership style is recommended for subordinates performing structured tasks?
Supportive
Which factor contributes to conflicts in a project team due to its complexity?
Advance technology complexities
When are subordinates more satisfied with a participative leadership style?
When they believe they control their own destiny
Which leadership style should be employed when tasks are ambiguously structured?
Directive
What is the purpose of a project team charter?
To establish boundaries and clarify team direction
What is a common barrier in a project team resulting from geographic dispersion of team members?
Communication problems
What conflict resolution technique involves emphasizing areas of agreement rather than areas of difference?
Smooth/Accommodate
When should the 'Avoiding' conflict management strategy be used according to the text?
When an issue is relatively unimportant
Which conflict resolution technique involves pushing one's viewpoint at the expense of others, offering only win-lose solutions?
Force/Direct / competing
When is 'Compromise' considered an appropriate conflict resolution strategy according to the text?
When all parties feel they get some of what they want
Which conflict resolution technique involves engaging in mutual problem-solving, requiring mutual trust and commitment to finding a solution?
Collaborate/Problem Solve
Under what circumstances is 'Forcing' considered an appropriate conflict resolution strategy?
When immediate action is needed
Test your knowledge on the conclusions of the Path-Goal theory of leadership. Explore how different leadership styles impact employee satisfaction and performance based on task structure and individual characteristics.
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