Leadership Styles

Machiavelli discusses the importance of a prince being feared or loved. Which does he prefer for a ruler?

• He prefers a ruler to be loved, as it ensures loyalty without the need for force.

• He prefers a ruler to be feared, arguing it is safer than being loved.

• He believes a ruler should be both feared and loved equally.

• He suggests that being hated is more effective than both fear and love.

Which of the following best defines Theory X leadership? Motivates through inspiration and long-term goals Delegates tasks to subordinates for better efficiency Control-oriented, directive, and focused on short-term outcomes Encourages employees to make autonomous decisions

• Focuses on team collaboration and shared decision-making

• Control-oriented, directive, and focused on short-term outcomes

• Emphasizes employee empowerment and trust

• Prioritizes long-term vision and strategic planning

What leadership style involves direct intervention by the leader with low preference for delegation?

• Democratic

• Maestro

• Autocratic

• Producer

What is a key characteristic of a manager-focused leadership style?

• Focus on operational control with formalized rules

• Emphasis on team collaboration and shared decision-making

• Prioritization of employee well-being over productivity

• Focus on short-term results and immediate feedback

Which leadership style is characterized by a high degree of employee involvement in decision-making?

• Bureaucratic

• Authoritarian

• Laissez-faire

• Charismatic

What is a primary focus of transformational leadership? A. Maintaining the status quo B. Encouraging innovation and change C. Strict adherence to rules D. Maximizing short-term profits

• Encouraging innovation and change

• Prioritizing individual performance

• Limiting employee autonomy

• Focusing on team harmony

In which leadership style does the leader act as a coach or mentor?

• B. Servant

• A. Transformational

• C. Transactional

• D. Charismatic

What is a common disadvantage of autocratic leadership? A. Quick decision-making B. Low employee morale C. High levels of creativity D. Strong team cohesion

• B. Low employee morale

• D. Weak team dynamics

• C. Low levels of accountability

• A. Slow decision-making

Which leadership style is most effective in a crisis situation? A. Laissez-faire B. Democratic C. Autocratic D. Transformational

• Servant

• Bureaucratic

• C. Autocratic

• Charismatic

Discuss the differences in leadership style between Salman and Hyowon