U2C1L4: Leadership Styles Flashcards
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Leadership Styles
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The patterns of behaviors that a leader uses to influence others.
2
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Directing
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A style of leadership where the leader tells others what to do and how to do it.
3
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Participating
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A style of leadership where the leader consults with others before making decisions.
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Delegating
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A style of leadership where the leader gives some decision-making authority to others.
5
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Competent
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Skilled.
6
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What are the basic leadership styles?
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- Directing (close supervision/direction that followers normally don’t resent; they understand time constraints and stuff)
- Participating (consult/ask opinions of followers but leader ultimately makes the decision; builds teamwork and only for competent followers)
- Delegating (least interaction and more problem-solving ability/less supervision, but the leader is still responsible for the outcome)
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When is the directing style appropriate?
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- A leader has little time to complete a task and when he/she is the only person who knows what must be done and how to do it
- A leader must lead people who lack experience at a certain task
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When is the delegating style appropriate?
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- Dealing with mature followers who support your goals and are competent/motivated
- Certain key team members are able to analyze a problem/situation, determine what needs to be done, and do it
9
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What are the steps for deciding on the most appropriate leadership style?
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- Identify the most important tasks that need to be accomplished to succeed.
- Determine the readiness/willingness of your team members.
- Decide on what leadership style to use with team based on readiness/willingness.
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When will you want to use all 3 styles or different styles?
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- With different followers or in different situations
- When you receive a new project, personnel, or supervisor
- When/if your team’s competence, motivation, or commitment changes
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What is a general rule of thumb regarding leadership?
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Be flexible with your thinking and be prepared to change.
