Understanding Leadership Theories

What are the traits that effective leaders possess according to the Trait Model?

• Drive, Desire to lead, Honesty and integrity, Self-confidence, Intelligence, Job-relevant knowledge, Extraversion

• Only intelligence and drive

• Only honesty and integrity

• None of the above

What are the two basic kinds of leader behaviors identified by researchers at Ohio State University?

• Initiating structure and consideration

• Autocratic and democratic

• Task-oriented and relationship-oriented

• None of the above

What are the three leadership styles identified by Kurt Lewin?

• Autocratic, Democratic, Laissez faire

• Task-oriented, Relationship-oriented, Participative

• Directive, Supportive, Delegative

• None of the above

What are the situational factors in matching leader to the situation?

• Leader-member relations, Task structure, Position power

• Leader's personality, Team dynamics, Organizational culture

• Market conditions, Economic factors, Social influences

• None of the above

What are the leadership styles in the Vroom Leader Participation Model?

• Decide, Consult Individually, Consult Group, Facilitate

• Autocratic, Democratic, Laissez faire

• Task-oriented, Relationship-oriented

• None of the above

What are the characteristics of charismatic leaders?

• Have a vision.

• Are able to articulate the vision.

• Are willing to take risks to achieve the vision.

• Are sensitive to the environment and follower needs.

• Exhibit behaviors that are out of the ordinary.

What are the dimensions of trust in leadership?

• Integrity

• Competence

• Consistency

• Loyalty

• Openness

What are the universal elements of effective leadership?

• Foresight

• Providing encouragement

• Trustworthiness

• Dynamism

• Vision

Fielder's Contingency Model have 2 basic styles:

• Relationship Oriented

• Motivation Oriented

• Task Oriented

• Coaching Oriented

Leaders must have all the characteristics, EXCEPT,

• Loyalty

• Silence

• Honesty

• Integrity