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WorksheetsAuthentic Leadership Overview LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT WEEK 8
Total questions: 90
Worksheet time: 45mins
What is the description of Authentic Leadership?
A leadership style focused on self-awareness, transparency, and ethics.
A leadership style that emphasizes strict control and authority.
A leadership style that prioritizes financial success over ethical considerations.
A leadership style that relies on manipulation and deceit.
How is Authentic Leadership defined?
Authentic Leadership is defined as a leadership style that is consistent with a leader's personality and core values, and that is honest, ethical, and practical.
Authentic Leadership is defined as a leadership style that focuses on strict adherence to rules and regulations.
Authentic Leadership is defined as a leadership style that prioritizes profit over people.
Authentic Leadership is defined as a leadership style that is based on manipulation and control.
What are the practical approaches to Authentic Leadership?
Self-awareness, Relational Transparency, Balanced Processing, Internalized Moral Perspective
Charismatic Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Transactional Leadership
Autocratic Leadership, Democratic Leadership, Laissez-faire Leadership
Servant Leadership, Situational Leadership, Strategic Leadership
Authentic Leadership Theory works by:
focusing on the leader's genuine self-awareness and transparency
emphasizing strict adherence to traditional leadership styles
prioritizing profit over people
ignoring followers' needs and perspectives
What does Authentic Leadership focus on?
Whether leadership is genuine
The financial success of a leader
The popularity of a leader
The charisma of a leader
Interest in Authentic Leadership is increasing in recent times because:
it promotes transparency and ethical behavior.
it is a new trend in management.
it focuses on profit maximization.
it is easier to implement than other leadership styles.
Which of the following is a reason for the interest in Authentic Leadership?
People longing for trustworthy leaders
The rise of social media
Economic growth
Technological advancements
What is needed for the construct of Authentic Leadership according to the description?
Self-awareness
Relational transparency
Balanced processing
All of the above
What is the basis of leadership according to the intrapersonal definition of authentic leadership?
Self-concept and actions
External influences
Financial success
Popularity
Fill in the blank: Authentic leaders rely on the ______ of the leader.
life story
experience
charisma
education
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of authentic leadership?
Genuine leadership
Leading from conviction
Being a copy
Being original
What is the interpersonal definition of leadership according to Eagly (2005)?
Leadership is a solitary process.
Leadership is created by leaders and followers together.
Leadership is only about leaders affecting followers.
Leadership is a one-way process.
Fill in the blank: Leadership is a ______ process because leaders affect followers and followers affect leaders.
reciprocal
linear
one-way
static
What are the two main components of the 'Psychological Self' in the context of Authentic Leadership?
Self Awareness and Self Regulation
Ethical Virtue and Ethical Actions
Thoughts & values and Actions & behaviours
Ethical Virtue and Self Awareness
What are the two main components of the 'Philosophical Self' in the context of Authentic Leadership?
Self Awareness and Self Regulation
Ethical Virtue and Ethical Actions
Thoughts & values and Actions & behaviours
Ethical Virtue and Self Awareness
Fill in the blank: In the context of Authentic Leadership, 'Self Awareness' and 'Self Regulation' are part of the ________.
Psychological Self.
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership Skills
Cognitive Abilities
Fill in the blank: In the context of Authentic Leadership, 'Ethical Virtue' and 'Ethical Actions' are part of the ________.
Philosophical Self.
Moral Compass
Leadership Model
Ethical Framework
Who is the author of 'Proverbs' in 'The Holy Bible'?
King Solomon
Apostle Paul
Warren Bennis
Stephen Covey
Who wrote '13 Epistles' in 'The Holy Bible'?
King Solomon
Apostle Paul
Warren Bennis
Stephen Covey
Who is the author of 'On Becoming A Leader'?
King Solomon
Apostle Paul
Warren Bennis
Stephen Covey
Who wrote 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People'?
King Solomon
Apostle Paul
Warren Bennis
Stephen Covey
Who is a role model born in 4 BC?
A) Jesus of Nazareth
B) Prophet Muhammad
C) Mahatma Gandhi
D) Martin Luther King Jr.
Who is a role model born in 571 AD?
A) Jesus of Nazareth
B) Prophet Muhammad
C) Mahatma Gandhi
D) Martin Luther King Jr.
Who is a role model born in 1869?
A) Jesus of Nazareth
B) Prophet Muhammad
C) Mahatma Gandhi
D) Martin Luther King Jr.
Who is a role model born in 1929?
Jesus of Nazareth
Prophet Muhammad
Mahatma Gandhi
Martin Luther King Jr.
Which university was founded in 1636?
Harvard University.
Yale University.
Princeton University.
Columbia University.
Which organization was founded in 1775 and includes the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard?
US Armed Forces.
British Armed Forces
French Armed Forces
Russian Armed Forces
Which college was founded in 1867?
Morehouse College.
Harvard University
Stanford University
Yale University
Which company was founded in 1976?
Apple.
Microsoft.
Google.
Amazon.
In 1970, which co-founder of Hewlett-Packard took the same 10% pay cut as the rest of his employees?
David Packard
Bill Hewlett
Steve Jobs
Thomas Watson
Whenever Sam Walton of Wal Mart traveled on business, what type of car did he rent?
The type of car Sam Walton rented when traveling on business.
Luxury sedan
Convertible
SUV
What did Ray Kroc do to show cleanliness as a continual job for everyone at McDonald's?
He personally cleaned the floors.
He hired a cleaning crew.
He implemented a cleaning schedule.
He ignored cleanliness.
Which of the following is one of Gandhi's top 10 fundamentals for changing the world?
Change Yourself
Ignore Others
Be Selfish
Stay the Same
According to Gandhi's fundamentals, who is in control?
who is in control
the government
the people
the military
According to Gandhi's fundamental 'Forgive and Go', what should you do?
Hold grudges
Seek revenge
Forgive and move on
Ignore the situation
What is the importance of taking care of the moment according to Gandhi's fundamentals?
It helps in achieving future goals.
It ensures peace and happiness.
It is a way to practice mindfulness.
It prevents past regrets.
According to Gandhi, what happens without action?
Without action, nothing happens.
Without action, everything happens.
Without action, something happens.
Without action, the opposite happens.
What does Gandhi's fundamental 'Everyone is human' imply?
It implies that all humans are equal regardless of their background.
It suggests that only certain people are truly human.
It means that humans are superior to other species.
It indicates that everyone should follow Gandhi's teachings.
Gandhi suggests we should see the good in people and help them by:
Criticizing their faults
Ignoring their actions
Encouraging their strengths
Avoiding them
What does Gandhi mean by 'Persist' in his fundamentals?
To continue firmly in a course of action despite difficulty
To give up when faced with challenges
To change direction frequently
To avoid taking any action
Gandhi encourages us to do what in order to grow and evolve?
Meditate regularly
Practice non-violence
Seek truth and self-improvement
Engage in community service
Fill in the blank: One of the five characteristics of authentic leaders is to understand their _______.
blank
values
emotions
goals
Fill in the blank: Authentic leaders have strong _______.
values
opinions
influences
personalities
Fill in the blank: Authentic leaders build trusting _______.
relationships
teams
organizations
strategies
Fill in the blank: Authentic leaders exhibit self-________.
awareness
confidence
doubt
interest
Fill in the blank: Authentic leaders act from the heart, also known as their _______.
heart
mind
soul
ego
What is one of the characteristics of an authentic leader related to the heart?
Compassion
Values
Behavior
Purpose
Fill in the blank: An authentic leader's purpose is driven by their _____.
Passion.
Wealth.
Popularity.
Fear.
Which characteristic is associated with self-discipline in authentic leadership?
A) Consistency
B) Compassion
C) Relationships
D) Values
Fill in the blank: Authentic leaders build strong _____ through connectedness.
Relationships.
Connections.
Networks.
Bonds.
What is a key value for authentic leaders according to the diagram?
A) Behavior
B) Compassion
C) Values
D) Purpose
Fill in the blank: The behavior of an authentic leader is guided by their _____.
Values.
Emotions.
Peers.
Environment.
What is the definition of Authentic Leadership according to Walumbwa, Avolio, Gardner, Wernsing, & Peterson (2008)?
A leadership style that focuses on self-awareness, relational transparency, balanced processing, and internalized moral perspective.
A leadership approach that emphasizes transactional relationships and rewards.
A leadership model that prioritizes charismatic and transformational qualities.
A leadership theory that focuses on strict adherence to rules and procedures.
What percentage of respondents rated 'Strong ethics & safety' as having high ethical and moral standards?
67%
59%
56%
52%
What leadership competency is associated with providing goals and objectives with loose guidelines/direction?
Strong ethics & safety
Self-organizing
Efficient learning
Nurtures growth
Which competency is linked to clearly communicating expectations?
Strong ethics & safety
Self-organizing
Efficient learning
Nurtures growth
What percentage of respondents believe 'Efficient learning' has the flexibility to change opinions?
67%
59%
52%
43%
Which leadership competency is associated with being committed to ongoing training?
Strong ethics & safety
Self-organizing
Efficient learning
Nurtures growth
What percentage of respondents rated 'Connection & belonging' as communicating often and openly?
67%
42%
39%
38%
Which competency is linked to being open to new ideas and approaches?
Strong ethics & safety
Self-organizing
Efficient learning
Connection & belonging
What percentage of respondents believe 'Connection & belonging' creates a feeling of succeeding and failing together?
67%
42%
39%
38%
Which leadership competency helps in growing into a next-generation leader?
Strong ethics & safety
Self-organizing
Efficient learning
Connection & belonging
What percentage of respondents rated 'Connection & belonging' as providing safety for trial and error?
67%
42%
39%
37%
What is one of the components of the Basic Model of Authentic Leadership that involves reflecting on one's core values, identity, emotions, and motives?
Self-awareness
Relational transparency
Balanced processing
Internalized moral perspective
Which component of the Basic Model of Authentic Leadership involves a self-regulatory process using internal moral standards to guide behavior?
Self-awareness
Relational transparency
Internalized moral perspective
Balanced processing
The Balanced Processing component of the Basic Model of Authentic Leadership involves:
considering all relevant information before making a decision
ignoring negative feedback
focusing only on positive outcomes
making decisions based on intuition
Which component of the Basic Model of Authentic Leadership involves being open and honest in presenting one's true self to others?
Self-awareness
Relational transparency
Internalized moral perspective
Balanced processing
What is one of the positive psychological capacities that influence authentic leadership?
Resilience
Intelligence
Charisma
Experience
Which of the following is a positive psychological capacity?
Confidence
Justice
Deciding right and wrong
What is resilience in the context of authentic leadership?
The ability to adapt and recover from challenges while maintaining authenticity.
A leadership style focused on strict adherence to rules.
The capacity to delegate tasks effectively.
A method of increasing productivity through micromanagement.
Which of the following is a moral reasoning capacity?
Hope
Promoting justice
Optimism
Name a factor that influences authentic leadership related to moral reasoning.
Self-awareness
Relational transparency
Internalized moral perspective
Balanced processing
Which of the following is not a positive psychological capacity?
A) Optimism
B) Deciding right and wrong
C) Hope
What type of events can act as a catalyst for change in authentic leadership?
Only positive events
Only negative events
Positive or negative events
Neither positive nor negative events
How do people gain clarity about who they are according to the factors influencing authentic leadership?
By reflecting on their values and beliefs
By following others blindly
By ignoring feedback
By focusing solely on external achievements
People attach ______ to their life experiences according to the factors influencing authentic leadership.
emotions
values
memories
beliefs
What is one of the outcomes of critical life events in the context of authentic leadership?
A) Decrease in personal growth
B) Stimulate personal growth
C) No effect on personal growth
D) Hinder personal growth
What are the practical approaches to Authentic Leadership (AL) according to George (2003)?
Five characteristics leaders need to be authentic
Four attributes that develop over lifetime
Three stages of leadership development
Two types of leadership styles
The theoretical approach to Authentic Leadership (AL) accounts for which of the following attributes?
Self-awareness, relational transparency, balanced processing, and internalized moral perspective
Charisma, influence, power, and authority
Vision, mission, values, and ethics
Empathy, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and resilience
What need does authentic leadership fulfill in society?
Fulfills the need for genuine and transparent leadership
Addresses the demand for authoritarian control
Promotes the necessity for fictional narratives
Encourages the requirement for superficial relationships
What does authentic leadership provide for those who want to become authentic leaders?
Guidance and support
Financial incentives
Strict rules and regulations
Limited opportunities
Like transformational and servant leadership, what dimension does authentic leadership have?
Emotional Intelligence
Ethical Dimension
Visionary Aspect
Charismatic Influence
Unlike traits that only some people exhibit, everyone can learn to be:
intelligent
kind
creative
disciplined
Authentic leadership can be measured by which of the following methods?
Self-assessment questionnaires
Peer reviews
Performance metrics
All of the above
People have the capacity to become authentic leaders. It is a lifelong learning process. True or False?
True
False
How can human resource departments foster authentic leadership behaviors in employees?
By implementing strict policies
Through regular training and development programs
By offering financial incentives
By reducing working hours
Leaders are shaped by critical life events that lead to growth and greater authenticity.
True
False
What is unclear about the moral component of authentic leadership (AL) according to the criticisms?
The definition of moral component
The application of moral component
The importance of moral component
The origin of moral component
The rationale for including positive psychological capacities as a part of authentic leadership (AL) is criticized because:
it lacks empirical evidence.
it is universally accepted.
it is too complex to understand.
it is irrelevant to leadership.
What is unclear about the link between authentic leadership (AL) and positive organizational outcomes?
The specific mechanisms through which AL influences outcomes
The definition of authentic leadership
The role of leadership in organizations
The impact of organizational culture on AL
