factors influencing leadership - term 2

Question 1

knowledge and skills within a group (KART)

Answer 1

Leaders and group members can mutually influence each other and the role that the leader plays.

Leaders must recognise and utilise skills, expertise and knowledge within a group. This enables them to control this aspects to utilise them effectively.

Question 1

what are the factors influencing leadership

Answer 1

Knowledge and skils
Attitudes
Relationships
Type of task

Question 2

Example of knowledge and skills within a group

Answer 2

A group that is creating a website for fashion – the leader may adopt a delegative (laissez-faire) style that allows for group members with expertise to take ownership over components of the task.

Question 3

attitudes of individuals within the group (KART)

Answer 3

The attitudes of group members will influence the effectiveness of the group. It is the leader’s responsibility to cultivate the appropriate environment and mood.

Question 4

example of attitudes of individuals within the group

Answer 4

Effective leaders are able to recognise negative attitudes and work towards overcoming these. They utilise skills of open-mindedness, communication, management and develop relationships.

Question 5

relationship between group members

Answer 5

TWO ASPECTS:
1. relationship between leader and group

2. relationship between group members

Key for the leader to develop and establish a rapport with and amongst group members

Question 6

example of relationship between group members

Answer 6

An autocratic approach to leadership may develop rapport between group members through shared experiences

It will impact on the relationship with the leader and also on the effectiveness of the group

Question 7

type of task (KART)

Answer 7

The environment and setting that a group/individual is in will affect the leadership style adopted.

Factors that influence leadership style: Time constraints, deadlines, size of the task, responsibility associated with the task

Question 8

example of type of task

Answer 8

E.g. in an emergency the autocratic leadership style may be adopted to provide clear, succinct information to achieve a positive outcome.