11.3- leadership in sport Flashcards
What is leadership in sport
individuql having enough influence over behaviour of others
What are the characteristics of an effective leader ?
good communication
high motivation
enthusiasm
clear goals / visions
What are emergent leaders
within the group
- team selected them
Name 3 advantages of emergent leaders
seen as being one of their own
less threatening
know the system
What are the DISADVANTAGES of emergent leaders ?
lack objectivity
- have own friendships within the group = bias
What are PRESCRIBED leaders ?
come from external source
What are the ADVANTAGES of prescribed leaders ?
more objective
‘fresh pair of eyes’
more creative strategies
carry more authority
What are the DISADVANTAGES of prescribed leaders ?
not aware of team culture
- may delay effective decision-making
Name the 3 different leadership styles
-democratic
-autocratic
-laissez-faire
Describe the AUTOCRATIC style of leadership
-leader makes most decisions
-concentrates on job to be done
-clear pre-determined goal
-demanding
Name 4 scenarios where autocratic leadership style should be used
discipline or control is needed
hostile groups
cognitive stage
dangerous situations
if leaders personality is autocratic
Describe the DEMOCRATIC style of leadership
leader concerned with interpersonal relationships
more person-orientated
invites contributions from group
shares decision-making
Name 5 scenarios when a democratic leadership style should be used
advanced performers
social / ‘friendly’ match
task demands interpersonal
communication
females prefer this style
small teams
Describe the LAISSEZ-FAIRE style of leadership
little direction / influence
- let members make own decisions
Name 4 scenarios when a laissez-faire style be used
