Checkup 4 Flashcards
Of the following leadership styles, the least authoritative is where the ______________________________________________________________________________________________.
b. leader presents the problem, gathers suggestions of subordinates, and makes a decision
Successful leaders usually practice ________________ style(s) of leadership.
several
The most important factor in achieving good human relationships in a business organization may be the _________________ ability of its management.
leadership
Three factors a manager should consider in his role as a leader are:
a) ___________________________
b) __________________________
c) _________________________
his own abilities; the abilities of his followers; the existing conditions
Of the following leadership styles, the most participative is where the __________________________________________________.
a. subordinates determine problems and make decisions
Five characteristics that are usually manifested by effective leaders are:
a) __________________________
b) _____________
c) _____________
d) ______________________
e) ___________________
knowledge of self; confidence; empathy; ability to communicate; objectivity
The authoritative leader issues ______________ to his subordinates.
directives
Subordinates ___________ have the same goals as their leaders.
sometimes
A leader who seeks to understand the desires of subordinates is expressing _____________________.
empathy
the ability to induce or inspire subordinates (followers) to accomplish the goals of the organization
Leadership
A leader who is ____________ of his subordinates’ abilities may lack confidence in himself.
distrustful
An _________ leader attempts to assess the abilities of subordinates impartially.
objective
______________ is a characteristic of a good leader.
Confidence
____________________ are important to effective leadership.
Good listening habits
Most leaders use both _____________________ and _________________ leadership styles.
authoritative; participative