Leadership

Question 1

What is the social learning theory of leadership

Answer 1

Suggests all behavior patterns are learnt due to environmental influences. This could be vicarious experiences. The theory doesn’t make an allowance for any aspect of trait approach and natural personality characteristics

Question 2

What is the interactionist theory of leadership

Answer 2

Combines both the trait theory and influences of the environment. Therefore accounts for the need of differing behaviour patterns, depending on the situation, characteristics of group and required outcome.

Question 3

What is the Authoritarian or Autocratic Leader style

Answer 3

This leader dictates to the group what actions to take, with very little or no input from the members in the terms of decision making. The primary focus to to complete the goal

Question 4

What is the democratic leadership style?

Answer 4

Encourages the group to discuss ideas and become involved in the decision-making process. However they will make the final decision and oversee the completion of the task.

Question 5

When to use the democratic style leadership

Answer 5

Small group

Younger players

Female performers

Experienced or highly skilled

Question 6

When to use autocratic leadership style

Answer 6

Large group

Older group

Male performers

Weaker or novice performers

Question 7

What characteristics form a good leader

Answer 7

Good communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Empathy with individuals
Organised
Approachable
Perceptual skills
Highly knowledgeable
Vision
Effective decision-making
Inspirational
Determined
Confident

Question 8

Emergent leaders are formed by….

Answer 8

An individual becomes a leader based on support from within the team. They are based off a vote or meeting. The emergent leader will be nominated and elected based on ability, interpersonal skills and expertise.

Question 9

Prescribed leaders are formed by …

Answer 9

An individual is appointed to lead the group by a higher authority from an external group. Manager or governing body

Question 10

What is the great man Great Man Theory of leadership - Carlyle

Answer 10

Leaders inherit specific personality traits, which enable them to be effective. Leaders possess intelligence, self confidence, assertion, good looks and a dominating personality. This means leaders would be an effective leader irrespective of the situation. No conclusive evidence to support this trait theory. The theory does not take into account how leaders emerge, the situation or the type of group being lead.