ch 2 Flashcards
autocratic behavior
centralized authority, derives power from position, control of reward and coercion
democratic behavior
delegates authority, enconracuges participation depends on subortanite affect for influence
people-oriented
acknowledge accomplishments, respect people, be positive
TASK-oriented
clarify tasks, set performance expectations
individualized leadership
relationship btw leaders and followers
CHARACTERISTICS OF ENTREPREUNAL leaders
taking initives on new solutions, persistent independent, action-orientated, creative, highly self motivating
*the trait approach
distinguishing personal characteristics of a leader (intelligence, honesty, self- confidence, appearance) consistent qualities:
great man approach
sought to identify characteristics that separate leaders from non leaders
characteristics of leaders
optimism, self confidence, honesty, integrity, drive
leader strengths
natural ability, learned knowledge and skills, enables leadership to be based on energy enthusiasm efectiveness
operational role
vertical,direct control over people and resources leaders- assertive, deliver results, analytical and knowledgeable
collaborative role
horizontal, works behindd scenes and uses power to influence others to get things done
advisory role
provides advice guidance and support, develop broad organizational capabilties
ohio state studies
consideration- leader sensitive to followers initiating structure- has followers work towards goal achievement
michican employee centered
focus on human needs of subortiantes