SKEMA Business School - Leadership Session 3

<p>Long-Term vs. Short-Term Orientation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Indulgent societies allow free gratification of human desires. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The comfort level individuals have with the unknown (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assertive and tough (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Strict adherence to tradition (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Power is distributed more equally among members (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prioritize community responsibilities over individual goals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>France (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Material-focused (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Personal goals and autonomy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Humility (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By a set of shared VABEs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uncertainty Avoidance Index (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They accept unequal power distribution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clear distinction of social gender roles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The belief of superiority of one's own perspective (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Preference for security and stability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Humility and respect for others' identities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Individualistic cultures encourage personal independence and self-reliance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Malaysia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assertiveness and material success are valued. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>France (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Focus on relationships and group cohesion. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Long-term orientations often involve investment for future benefits. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Strong regulations and rules to minimize ambiguity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They often prefer individual efforts over group work. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Excessive unresolved grievances (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>NUMMI had double the productivity of the GM average (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>2% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Need for understanding and valuation of employees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chevrolet Nova (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Great leaders are born with innate qualities. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Trait theories identify specific traits associated with successful leaders. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They oversimplify the complexity of leadership. (B), They do not account for situational influences on leadership. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Highest sales progression compared to the previous year (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aristocracy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Free dinner at a fancy restaurant (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Authority is derived from official positions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Via daily progress reports sent to managers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Trait Theory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Publication of interesting employee photos (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To show capability in motivating employees and increasing profits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Infocracy redistributes power to key contributors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It does not account for individuals who have traits but lack leadership roles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>About six months (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>15 m2 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women aged 20-30 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Supervision and performance through rewards (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Establishing a rewarding system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Environmental Influencers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rewarding successful performance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Developing a follower’s potential (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Customer satisfaction and profitability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To regulate performance outcomes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Direct instruction of tasks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The suitability of a leadership style depends on the environment and context. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The course of action should consider the leader's knowledge and group expertise. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Innate qualities are the primary determinants of leadership. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leaders remain in control while valuing group contributions in decision-making. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contingency theories focus on environmental variables while situational theories focus on group dynamics. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They underestimate the impact of situational context on leader behavior. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In a crisis requiring fast and decisive action. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Leaders should incorporate followers' ideas to foster commitment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A group's shared values, assumptions, beliefs, and expectations.

A leader who can effectively navigate diverse cultures and environments.

A framework to understand cultural differences.

The acceptance of unequal power distribution in a society.

Cultural emphasis on traditionally masculine or feminine traits.

The degree to which a culture tolerates ambiguity and risk.

The quality of being modest and respectful of others.

Values, Assumptions, Beliefs, and Expectations.

The degree to which a culture values assertiveness, competitiveness, and material success.

The degree to which a culture values cooperation, modesty, and quality of life.

Society accepts an unequal distribution of power and authority.

Society strives for equality in power distribution and authority.

Prioritizing personal goals, autonomy, and self-reliance.

Prioritizing group harmony, family ties, and community responsibilities.

Characteristics like overseas experience, self-awareness,cultural adaptability, and humility are essential for effective leadership in a global context.

A cultural dimension that measures the preference for individual goals vs. group harmony and loyalty.

This dimension assesses the distribution of gender roles in a society, valuing achievement and competition (masculine) vs. relationships and quality of life (feminine).

This dimension focuses on a culture's time horizon. Long-term oriented cultures, like China, value delayed gratification and perseverance, while short-term oriented cultures prioritize immediate outcomes.

This dimension measures how a society allows the gratification of human desires. Indulgent societies, like Sweden, value enjoyment and leisure, while restrained societies have stricter social norms.

A culture where people define themselves in relation to their social group.

A culture that emphasizes individual achievement and independence.

Masculine cultures value assertiveness and material success, while feminine cultures prioritize cooperation and quality of life.

General Motors' plan in the 1950s to build factories in Southern and Western US states with less union presence, aiming to reduce labor costs and union influence.

The Sunbelt strategy led to high conflict and hostility in the new GM plants due to a clash between the company's aim to reduce union influence and the unions' resistance.

A partnership between General Motors and Toyota to create a new car manufacturing plant in Fremont, California, designed to learn from Toyota's successful production methods.

NUMMI Plant achieved a dramatic improvement in productivity, quality, and employee morale compared to the original GM Fremont plant, demonstrating the effectiveness of Toyota's management principles.

The new leadership at NUMMI addressed the fundamental needs of employees for understanding and feeling valued, leading to improved morale and a significantly better work environment.

A society where information and knowledge are the primary sources of power, replacing traditional hierarchies.

Key Process Contributors are individuals who make significant contributions to the success of an organization.

The idea that leadership qualities are innate and some people are simply born to be leaders.

This theory suggests that individuals inherit certain personality traits that make them more suited to leadership.

Leadership effectiveness depends on the situation and context, meaning there's no one-size-fits-all approach.

The ability to adjust leadership style based on the readiness and maturity level of the team members.

This theory emphasizes that leadership is learned and focuses on observable behaviors and actions of leaders.

A style where leaders involve team members in decision-making and problem-solving.

A contest among all Italian KIABI Women’s Departments to achieve the highest sales increase from October 1st to December 31st, compared to the previous year.

The winning department wins a free dinner together at a fancy restaurant.

A side competition where departments take interesting photos of employees in the store, with the winning photos published online and announced.

The manager wants to win the competition to show they can inspire employees and boost profits.

The manager plans to discuss the competition with employees in a meeting tomorrow.

The manager has 5 employees, all young ladies between 20 and 30 years old.

The manager needs to figure out a plan to inspire employees and increase sales to win the competition.

Daily sales figures are reported to the store manager during the competition.

Leadership style focused on supervision, organization, and group performance. It uses rewards for success and punishments for failure.

Leadership style emphasizing connection between leaders and followers. Inspires and motivates by focusing on group goals and potential.

The center of the Diamond Model, representing the leader who influences others and guides the team.

One of the factors influencing the leader and contributing to successful outcomes.

The willingness to dedicate effort and energy to the goals of the team or organization.

The desired outcomes of the team's efforts - profits, customer satisfaction, market share, etc.

The framework, structure, and culture within which the team operates.

A real-world example of leadership used to analyze how managers can apply various theories.

Leadership is learned through actions and behaviors, not just inherent qualities.

The effectiveness of a leadership style depends on the specific situation and the needs of the group.

Leaders can and should adapt their approach based on the environment and the people they work with.

Effective leaders assess the needs of their followers, analyze the situation, and adapt their behaviors accordingly.

Each style has its own strengths and weaknesses, and the best approach depends on the situation.