Ch. 13

Question 1

evolution of leadership theories

universalist

Answer 1

earliest approach, focused on traits or key characteristics

Question 2

evolution of leadership theories

behavioral

Answer 2

theory derived from Ohio state & University of Michigan. Examine the actual behavior of effective leaders to determine what kinds of behavior led to success

Question 3

contingency theories differ from earlier theories

Answer 3

• Effectiveness depends on the match between the leader & the situation
• Builds on the behavioral theories, using the leader behavior dichotomies – tasked-oriented/initiating structure & relationship-oriented/consideration – as starting point

Question 4

Least Preferred Coworker (LPC) scale rationale

Answer 4

rate their most difficult fellow worker

Question 5

When is relationship oriented leaders would be more effective according to Fiedler ?

Answer 5

moderate situation

Question 6

path goal theory

Answer 6

states that a leader’s job is to help the work group achieve their desired goals, using one of four categories of behavior

Question 7

4 patterns of path goal theory

directive

Answer 7

provides instructions & suggestions for performing a job

Question 8

4 patterns of path goal theory

achievement-oriented

Answer 8

concentrated on particular work outcomes

Question 9

4 patterns of path goal theory

supportive

Answer 9

focusing on interpersonal relationships & showing concern for workers’ well-being

Question 10

4 patterns of path goal theory

participative behavior

Answer 10

encourages members to assume an active role in group planning & decision making

Question 11

LMX and employee relationships

Answer 11

asserts that effective leadership is determined by the quality of the interaction between leaders & particular group members

Question 12

Transformational leadership strategies

Answer 12

focuses on leader’s ability to provide shared values and a vision for the future of the work

4 components:

• idealized influence
• inspirational motivation
• intellectual stimulation
• individual consideration

Question 13

Ohio state

Answer 13

Behavioral theories

initiating structure - behaviors that define, organize, and structures the work situation

consideration - behaviors showing concern for the feelings, attitudes, and needs of followers

*they are both INDEPENDENT of each other => they are NOT related to one another

Question 14

university of michigan

Answer 14

behavioral theories

task-oriented - focused on work task

relationship-oriented - focused on maintaining interpersonal relationships on the job

R-O:

• most effective
• lower turnover
• higher worker satisfaction

Question 15

decision making process

Answer 15

theory that matches characteristics of the situation w/ leader decision making strategies

Question 16

decision making process

1. autocratic decision I

Answer 16

leader makes the decision alone, using info available only

Question 17

decision making process

2. autocratic decision II

Answer 17

leader obtains info from subordinates and then makes a decision alone

Question 18

decision making process

3. consultative decision I

Answer 18

leader shares the prob with relevant subordinates and gets their ideas and input individually, but makes the decision alone

Question 19

decision making process

4. consultative decision II

Answer 19

leader shares the prob with subordinates as a group, gets collective input, but makes decision alone

Question 20

decision making process

5. group decision

Answer 20

leader shares the prob with subordinates as a group and together they make a consensus decision