PAPER 2 - Leadership in Sport Flashcards
What are the characteristics of an effective leader ?
- good communication
- high motivation
- enthusiasm
- clear goals / visions
What are EMERGENT leaders ?
- within the group
- team selected them
What are the ADVANTAGES of emergent leaders ?
- seen as being one of their own
- less threatening
- know the system
What are the DISADVANTAGES of emergent leaders ?
- lack objectivity
- have own friendships within the group = bias
What are PRESCRIBED leaders ?
- come from external source
What are the ADVANTAGES of prescribed leaders ?
- more objective
- ‘fresh pair of eyes’
- more creative strategies
- carry more authority
What are the DISADVANTAGES of prescribed leaders ?
- not aware of team culture
- may delay effective decision-making
Describe the AUTOCRATIC style of leadership
- leader makes most decisions
- concentrates on job to be done
- clear pre-determined goal
When should the AUTOCRATIC style be used ?
- discipline or control is needed
- hostile groups
- cognitive stage
- dangerous situations
Describe the DEMOCRATIC style of leadership
- leader concerned with interpersonal relationships
- person-orientated
- invited contributions from group
- share decision-making q
When should a DEMOCRATIC style be used ?
- advanced performers
- social / ‘friendly’ match
- task demands interpersonal communication
- women prefer this style
- small teams
Describe the LAISSEZ-FAIRE style of leadership
- little direction / influence
- let members make own decisions
When should a LAISSEZ-FAIRE style be used ?
- high-level performers
- develop creativity
- leader has full trust
- assessment situation
What are the three leadership STYLES ?
- autocratic
- democratic
- laissez-faire
What is the TRAIT PERSPECTIVE of leadership ?
- genetic disposition
- leaders have certain characteristics
- stable traits than can be generalised across different situations
