Situational Leadership Theory

Question 1

What needs to be assessed to measure readiness?

Answer 1

competence, commitment

Question 2

What competence and commitment does R1 have?

Answer 2

Low competence, high commitment

Question 3

What competence and commitment does R2 have?

Answer 3

Low to moderate competence, low commitment

Question 4

What competence and commitment does R3 have?

Answer 4

Moderate to high competence, variable commitment

Question 5

What competence and commitment does R4 have?

Answer 5

High competence, high commitment

Question 6

What leadership style should be used for R1?

Answer 6

Directing

Question 7

What leadership style should be used for R2?

Answer 7

Coaching

Question 8

What leadership style should be used for R3?

Answer 8

Supporting

Question 9

What leadership style should be used for R4?

Answer 9

Delegating

Question 10

Describe Directing

Answer 10

Task oriented, leader directs group to achieve goals, close supervision

Question 11

Describe Coaching

Answer 11

Leader encourages and involves group in communication & decision making, but leader makes final decision.

Question 12

Describe Supporting

Answer 12

Leader focuses more on listening, praising, asking for input, giving feedback

Question 13

Describe Delegating

Answer 13

Leader steps back, avoids intervening, allows group to control things

Question 14

What does GLIDE stand for?

Answer 14

Group unity
Leader proficiency
Individual competence
Decision consequences
Environmental dangers

Question 15

Describe low favorability

Using the factors from GLIDE

Answer 15

Group morale is low, leader lacks competence, individuals have low ability / motivation levels, consequences are serious, environmental dangers are extreme

Question 16

Describe moderate favorability

Using the factors from GLIDE

Answer 16

Group is functioning reasonably well, leader is self-aware and proficient enough, individuals are reasonably competent & responsible, decisions consequences are acceptable, environmental dangers are acceptable

Question 17

Describe high favorability

Using the factors from GLIDE

Answer 17

Group morale is high, leader is proficient, individuals are keen and competent, decision consequences are minor, environmental dangers are minimal

Question 18

Explain the trait theory

Answer 18

Leaders are born, not made. Leaders are born with characteristics that made them good leaders

Question 19

Explain the great man theory

Answer 19

Certain people were predestined to become leaders by birth order, family background, education & upbringing.

Question 20

Explain the charismatic leadership theory?

Answer 20

These leaders possess the ability to engage and inspire their followers by fulfilling the followers’ needs and desires.