chapter 8 - Leadership Flashcards
What is the trait theory?
8 traits make a leader successful: Drive Desire to lead Honesty and integrity Self confidence Cognitive intelligence Emotional intelligence Job relevant knowledge extroversion
What are the behavioral theories
University of Iowa & Ohio State
University of Michigan and Managerial grid
What are the contingency leadership styles?
Hershey & Blanchard theory
Path Goal Theory
What kind of leaders are captivating and dynamic?
Charismatic/Visionary leaders
What kind of leaders inspire followers to transcend their own self interests?
Transformational leaders
what are the five dimensions of power?
Coercive Reward Legitimate Expert Referent
What are the five dimensions of trust
Integrity competence consistency loyalty openness
What are some issues in leadership?
Ethics
Virtual leadership challenges
Four roles leading in terms
Gender
What is Hershey and Blanchard’s situational leadership?
Focuses on followers "readiness" Telling - leader defines roles Selling - Both directive and supportive Participating - share in decision making Delegating - Leader provides little direction or support
Readiness is?
The extent to which people have the willingness and ability and willingness to accomplish a specific task
What are the 4 leadership behaviors in path goal theory?
Directive - lets people know whats expected, schedules work, gives specific guidance
Supportive - Friendly and shows concern
Participative - Consults with group and uses suggestions.
Achievement oriented - Sets challenging goals expects followers to perform
What are the different types of leadership?
Trait theory Behavioral theories Contingency Charismatic and visionary Informational
