Leadership Frames

What is a leadership frame?

• A set of beliefs you carry in your head to help you understand and negotiate part of the world.

• A digital frame with family photos.

• A group of leaders who work together to accomplish a goal.

• A factory of hard-working employees.

Answer explanation

Which is NOT one of the four leadership frames?

• Creative Frame

• Human Resource Frame

• Symbolic Frame

• Political Frame

Which leadership frame is compared to a FACTORY with clear roles, goals, and policies?

• Political Frame

• Symbolic Frame

• Human Resource Frame

• Structural Frame

Which leadership frame is like a FAMILY where encouragement, motivation, and teamwork leads the way?

• Political Frame

• Human Resource Frame

• Structural Frame

• Symbolic Frame

Which leadership frame is like a THEATER? Leaders tell stories of hopes and dreams to inspire and unite.

• Structural Frame

• Political Frame

• Symbolic Frame

• Human Resource Frame

Which leadership frame is like a JUNGLE? Leaders use persuasion and negotiation skills to build consensus.

• Human Resource Frame

• Political Frame

• Structural Frame

• Symbolic Frame

Which leadership frame best matches your personality, skills, and talents?

• Symbolic - Lead by example; inspire with shared stories and traditions

• Political - Persuade and negotiate to build networks

• Structural - Establish rules, roles, and responsibilities

• Human Resource - It's a family affair -- all for one, one for all