Social Media and Leadership Styles

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What percentage of people under 35 reported not knowing life without social media?

50%

100%

65%

75% (correct)

Which social media platform had the highest average daily usage according to the statistics provided?

Twitter (X)

TikTok (correct)

YouTube

Facebook

What is one proposed reason for social media being so addictive?

Limited access to smartphones

Dopamine feedback loops (correct)

Inherent need for privacy

Advanced security measures

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a possible consequence of social media use?

Improvement in communication skills Signup and view all the answers

How much daily screen time do the majority of teens report using?

8 hours Signup and view all the answers

What common behavior contributes to the innate interest in social media?

Innate interest in others’ lives Signup and view all the answers

Which leadership style is indirectly influenced by social media dynamics according to the issues discussed?

Transformational leadership Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of social media use can lead to a decline in critical social skills?

Reduced face-to-face social interactions Signup and view all the answers

Which type of leadership is primarily focused on achieving goals and task completion?

Instrumental leadership Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of expressive leaders?

They aim to support social-emotional health. Signup and view all the answers

What effect has heavy social media usage been linked to, according to a 2016 study?

Heightened social isolation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following leaders is known for being instrumental?

Steve Jobs Signup and view all the answers

How can social media act in sociopolitical contexts, based on recent studies?

As a key facilitator of political polarization Signup and view all the answers

Which leadership style involves a focus on group support rather than task completion?

Expressive leadership Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an instrumental leader according to the content?

A military general Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about social media's influence on political discourse?

It is the sole cause of political disagreements. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a democratic leadership style?

Encouraging group participation through consensus and discussion. Signup and view all the answers

In which situation might a laissez-faire management style struggle?

When tasks require frequent oversight and direction. Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining feature of authoritarian leadership?

Focusing heavily on the end goals with tight control over processes. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'coercion' in a group context?

Forcing group members to act against their will. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'groupthink' refer to in group dynamics?

When members suppress their personal judgments to conform. Signup and view all the answers

What might indicate that a group is becoming unhealthy?

Members feel pressured to conform and dissent is discouraged. Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is 'conflict' considered a beneficial element?

When it promotes change and challenges the status quo. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'conformity' within a group typically discourage?

Diverse perspectives and innovative ideas. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Social media is an extension of real life, but it is often used for performing for strangers on the internet.
Social media is used daily by more than 72% of people, with 42% saying they use it too much.
Social media is addictive because of the innate interest in others' lives, the comparison to others, boredom, and the dopamine feedback loop.
The design of social media includes "like" buttons, notifications, scrolling, auto-play, streaks, and teams.
Social media has concerns such as a decline in face-to-face social interactions, political polarization, and increases in mental health issues.
Social media removes nonverbal cues, which are essential for healthy communication.
Social media has been shown to contribute to political polarization, with heavy users being twice as likely to report feeling social isolation.

Leadership Styles

Instrumental leaders focus on goals and tasks.
Expressive leaders focus on social-emotional health.
Democratic leaders encourage group participation.
Laissez-faire leaders are hands-off and let members self-manage.
Authoritarian leaders issue orders without feedback.

Leader Influence on Interaction

Leaders can influence group interaction through cooperation, conflict, conformity, and coercion.
Cooperation involves working towards a common goal, conflict involves working to defeat an opponent, conformity involves constraining behavior to match group expectations, and coercion involves forcing members to act a certain way.
Groupthink occurs when there is so much pressure to conform that members go against their own judgment.
The bystander effect occurs when people fail to intervene or speak up if others don't either.

Unhealthy Groups

Unhealthy groups are characterized by an overly authoritarian leader.
Unhealthy groups can be cultish, which can have negative effects on members.
A cult is an extreme and rare type of unhealthy group.

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Explore the dual themes of social media's impact and various leadership styles in this quiz. Understand how social media influences interpersonal relationships and communication, while also examining different leadership approaches. This quiz provides insights into the benefits and drawbacks of social media and the characteristics of effective leaders.