leaders+followers Flashcards
what does LPI (leadership practice inventory) measure
extent to which individual engages in each of 5 exemplary leadership practices
model the way
set personal example of expectations, clear about personal philosophies
enable others to act
treats others w/ dignity+respect, supports team decisions
challenge the process
experiments+takes risks despite risk of failure, encourage new ideas
inspire shared vision
describe compelling image of possible future, appealing to others
encourage the heart
praise ppl for well-done jobs, inform worker abt confidence in their abilities
HOW is LPI measured
individual self-ratings on frequency of behaviours demonstrated, and number of observer ratings
followership definition
role in which individual actively follows leader- reciprocal relationship
success determined by leader+followers
2 dimensions of followership (kelley)
thinking (independent/dependent+critical/uncritical thinkers)
acting (active/passive)
5 followership styles
the sheep
the yes-people
survivors (wait for majority support b4 embracing controversial ideas)
alienated: -ve individuals, attempt to bring team down
effective: positive, active, evaluate decisions+actions
4 main qualities of effective leaders
- self management (independently work, in control of own actions)
- commitment (dedication to team goals, contribute time, enthusiasm+boost morale of team)
- competence: have skills to do well, understand tasks+keep learning to improve
- courage (hold true to beliefs, uphold ethical standards, honest+correct superiors)