Management and leadership

Question 1

What is a manager?

Answer 1

A manager is someone who uses financial, physical, human resources in order to achieve their goals. A manager focuses on organising tasks, making sure goals are met and keeping everything running smoothly.

Question 2

What is a leader?

Answer 2

A leader is someone who motivates and inspires others to work towards a shared vision or goal. A leader focuses on building relationships, encouraging teamwork and guiding others to success.

Question 3

What are the functions of management?

Answer 3

Planning​, Organising​, Co-ordinating​, Controlling​, Monitoring​ and delegating

Question 4

What are the functions of leadership?

Answer 4

Engerising, inspiring, influencing stakeholders, envisioning and determining the best path

Question 5

What is a charismatic leadership style?

Answer 5

A charismatic leader is a leader who uses charm, confidence and communication to inspire their employees. They’re persuasive, passionate and tend to be good speakers.

Question 6

What is a paternalistic leadership style?

Answer 6

This is a leader who takes on a parental like figured for their employees by making decisions for the employees and prioritising their well being.

Question 7

What is a autocratic leader?

Answer 7

An autocratic leader is someone who makes all the decision making with little to no consultation with their team(s). They expect their demands to be followed without question and have total authority.

Question 8

What is a democratic leader like?

Answer 8

A democratic leader encourages freedom and discussion this is done by involving their team members in and valuing their input and decisions.

Question 9

What is laissez-faire leadership?

Answer 9

A laissez-faire leader is someone who allows their employees to have freedom and make their own decisions with minimal guidance. They focus on encourage and motivation rather than giving their own input.

Question 10

What is transactional leadership?

Answer 10

A transactional leader is someone who sets out clear goals and objectives. This leader rewards and punishes their team member based on missed or met targets.

Question 11

What is transformational leadership?

Answer 11

A transformational leader is someone who focuses on inspiration and their vision. They aim to give employees motivation by focusing on personal growth. They value trust rather than control.

Question 12

What are skills a leader would need?

Answer 12

Motivator
Team builder
Communicator
Supporter
Problem/conflict solver
Emotional intelligence
Provide honest feedback

Question 13

What is Goleman’s Emotional Intelligence Model?

Answer 13

Self awareness, social awareness, self-regulation and relationship management

Question 14

What is planning in management?

Answer 14

planning involves setting goals and deciding on the best course of action to achieve those goals outlining the steps to follow for success.

Question 15

What is organising in management?

Answer 15

Organising means arranging resources, tasks, and responsibilities to ensure the plan can be carried out effectively and efficiently.

Question 16

What is coordinating in management?

Answer 16

coordinating as a manager ensures that different parts of the organisation work together smoothly and align with the overall goals.

Question 17

What is controlling in management?

Answer 17

Controlling is the process of monitoring an employee’s performance, comparing it with goals and making adjustments to ensure things stay on track.

Question 18

What is monitoring in management?

Answer 18

Monitoring means tracking progress and checking if tasks are being completed on time and according to standards.

Question 19

What is delegating in management?

Answer 19

Delegating is assigning tasks and responsibilities to others to make the best use of available skills and resources.

Question 20

what is engerising inleadership?

Answer 20

Energising involves motivating and inspiring others to stay focused, work hard, and maintain enthusiasm towards achieving goals.

Question 21

what is inspiring in leadership?

Answer 21

Inspiring means encouraging others to do their best by sharing a compelling vision and showing confidence in their abilities.

Question 22

what is influencing stakeholders in leadership?

Answer 22

Influencing stakeholders involves building trust, persuading others, and aligning their interests with organisational goals to gain support.

Question 23

What is envisioning in leadership?

Answer 23

Envisioning is the ability to see a future direction for the organisation, guiding the team with a clear and inspiring vision.

Question 24

what is determining the best path in leadership?

Answer 24

Determining the best path is about making decisions on the most effective strategies and actions to achieve long term success for the organisation.