WEEK #2 Flashcards
What does a leader need in order to be considered a leader ?
needs followers
Terms often used interchangeably with leadership include …
- power
- authority
- influence
define “power” :
- (force)
- the ability to get someone to do something that the may not have done without the information
define “authority” :
- position
define “influence” :
- (inspiration)
- Think of leadership as inspiring people without the manipulation of rewarding and punishing people
-Just because you are the head of a group doesn’t necessarily mean you’re a leader
what does influence mean ?
Getting someone to do something that they ordinarily would not have done without the manipulation of rewards or punishments
what is leadership ?
the interpersonal process of influencing members toward the attainment of organizational goals
A process or interactional experience between leaders and followers to achieve a common goal
Inspiration, focus and influence
Innovation, aspiration, creating
FILL IN THE BLANK
Leadership is about developing relationships with others and these relationships are founded on __________
credibility
define “leadership” :
is the ability to guide, inspire, and influence others to achieve a common goal. It’s about making decisions, solving problems, and supporting people to reach their potential. A good leader motivates, communicates clearly, and leads by example. Leadership is not just about being in charge—it’s about helping others succeed and creating a vision for the future.
in leadership, what are some points worth mentioning ?
- Recognize that the situation changes
- People emerge, different skill sets, people of certain expertise that one may not have
- Leadership is not always positive, can very often be negative
- There is a dark side to leadership
- Leadership can be learned
- You need to have followers in order to be leaders
- Leaders are not perfect, they’re always learning and can always improve
-Social, synonymous with influence and moving towards something bigger = 3 leadership steps - We talk about leaders as being those you can trust, inspire you, a credible source
TRUE OR FALSE
Leadership is a social process
TRUE
what are the “three points” to leadeship ?
- Social process
- Synonymous with influences
- Agree that there’s a goal at the end
what do managers do ?
think day to day; carry out positions, responsibilities, coordinate resources
what do leadership look at ?
big picture, elevate attitudes/expectations
who “do things RIGHT”?
Managers
who “do the RIGHT things (make time for big picture thinking)”
leaders
what are some tasks of managers ?
- Plan and budget
- Organize and staff, set policies
- Control and problem solve, monitor, solve problems
- Produce order, consistently produce
- About … status quo, efficiency, “how”, controls, procedures, policies
what are some tasks of leaders ?
- Establish direction - vision, produce change
- Align people, communicate direction, create teams that understand vision
- Motivation and Inspiration – energize people to overcome barriers to change
- Produce change – sometimes dramatic
- About . . . innovating, effectiveness, trust, teams, collaboration
what is leadership about ?
influence
what do managers tend to do ?
- to think day-to-day
- carry out position responsibilities
- coordinate resources
- make sure things are followed through and that everything takes place
leaders have BIG pictures; what must leaders always do ?
- leaders need managers around them
- Leaders looking always at the bigger pictures
who “do the right things (question whether we need the meeting)”
leader
do things right (booking the meetings)
managers
how many leadership certainties are there ?
6
what are the 6 leadership certainties ?
- is not about position/who is at the top of an organizational chart
- is situational – leader in one context, follower in another
- happens throughout a group – and at different times
- leadership can lead to “negative” outcomes (e.g., Hitler, Manson, Koeresh)
- can be learned
- must be renewed
finish the sentence :
Job titles and power doesn’t necessarily =
to being a good leader, or a leader in general
what is leadership ?
is the act or process of guiding, inspiring, and influencing others to achieve a goal. It’s about how you lead, make decisions, and help people grow.
what is a leader ?
is the person who takes on that role—someone who leads, motivates, and guides others.
leader or leadership =
“is what you do” ?
leadership
leader or leadership =
“is who you are” ?
leader
what is the “5 paths to leadership”?
the 5 Paths to Leadership are different ways to develop and practice leadership
what are the 5 paths to leadership ?
- The Warrior
- The Visionary
- The Critical Thinker
- The Sage
- The Relator
describe “the warrior” :
Leading by strength, action, and example.
describe “The Visionary “ :
Inspiring others with a clear, future-focused vision.
describe “The Critical Thinker “ :
Making smart decisions by analyzing and understanding situations.
describe “The Sage “ :
Growing through continuous learning and sharing wisdom.
describe “The Relator” :
Leading by building strong relationships and connecting with others emotionally.
which path to leadership “awakening the heart” ?
relator
which path to leadership “ knowing the world” ?
critical thinker
which path to leadership “emodies the way” ?
the warrior
which path to leadership “learning the learn” ?
the sage
which path to leadership “seeing the way” ?
the visionary
whic path to leadership is defined as the following “A leader who uses logic, analysis, and deep understanding to make decisions. They carefully evaluate information, question assumptions, and solve problems with clarity and reason.”
The critical thinker
whic path to leadership is defined as the following “A leader who values continuous learning and growth. They are always seeking knowledge, self-reflection, and wisdom. They guide others by sharing their insights and encouraging personal development.”
the sage
whic path to leadership is defined as the following “A leader who focuses on building strong, meaningful relationships. They lead with empathy, understanding, and emotional intelligence, creating trust and motivating others through connection.”
the realtor
whic path to leadership is defined as the following “A leader who shows strength, discipline, and courage. They lead by action, setting an example through their determination and commitment to values. They get things done, especially in tough situations.”
The warrior
whic path to leadership is defined as the following “A leader who looks ahead and inspires others with a clear, forward-thinking vision. They see possibilities others may not, and motivate people to work toward a common future goal.”
the visionary
what are some qualities of leaders ?
- ambitious
- courageous
- foward-looking
- dependable
- credible
- loyal
- supportive
- carring
- imaginative
- honest
etc.
what is leadership synonymous with ?
influence
as a leader what do you want to inspire ?
You want to inspire people to dig deeper and accomplish goals without manipulating them and using ur power and authority as a manipulative tactic
Think of leadership as ….
getting someone to do something they wouldn’t usually do without the punishment/rewards
what is the number 1 quality of a leader ?
honest
what are the characteristics of admired leaders are consistent through the years ?
“Honest”
“Forward looking”
“Competent”
“inspiring”
TRUE OR FALSE
It didn’t matter the gender, the experience, what country it was done in … the same concept of credibility was displayed
TRUE
what do great leaders do ?
- Stay calm, cool, collected
- Show the ability to act under pressure
- Maintain composure
- Focused on bigger projects
Great leaders do THESE three things :
- They absorb chaos
- They project calm, and
- They give hope
what is the franken-leader ?
In essence, a “Franken-leader” lacks alignment between their actions, behaviors, and leadership style, which can undermine their effectiveness and cause difficulties for those they lead. This can lead to a leader who is confusing, ineffective, or hard to follow because they don’t have a clear, coherent approach to leadership.
in simple, what does the franked-leader demonstrate ?
- Right traits
- Right behaviors
- Right situations
- Mix them up
what is the Theoretical approaches to the study of leadership ?
Researchers changed their ideology of “what do leaders look like” and changed it into what characteristics do good leaders have
what did researchers use to assume in regards to the theoretical approaches to the study of leadership ?
Researchers used to assume that most leaders were of tall stature, white, MALE, attractive, intelligence, advance linguistic skills, etc… that has since been proven that leaders come in all shapes and sizes, a very diverse group of physical characteristics and factors
how many theroretical appraoches to the study of leadership are there ?
4
what are the four theroretical appraoches to the study of leadership ?
- Trait theory
- Behavioral theory
- Situational theory
- Cognitive theories
which trait theory has two subcategories within ?
Cognitive theories
what are the two subcategories within the cognitive theory ?
Transactional & Transformational
define the Trait theory :
- Early studies - “trait or great man” theories
- this theory suggests that good leaders are born with certain qualities or traits, like confidence, intelligence, and decisiveness.
define the Behavioral theory :
- How leaders/non leaders behaved
- Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid
- This theory focuses on what leaders do, not what they are born with. It suggests that effective leaders show specific behaviors, like being supportive or setting clear expectations.
define the Situational theory :
- Leadership style must change to suit situation (time/place and circumstance)
- SLT and SLTII
- Great on paper - not in practice
- This theory says that the best way to lead depends on the situation. A leader should adjust their style depending on the needs of the team and the task.
define the Cognitive theories :
These theories focus on how leaders think and make decisions. They emphasize the role of a leader’s knowledge, problem-solving skills, and mental processes.
what is the key idea of the Trait Theory ?
Leaders have specific natural traits that make them effective.
what is the key idea of the Behavioral Theory ?
Leadership is learned through actions and behaviors.
what is the key idea of the Situational Theory ?
Leadership should change based on the context or environment.
what is the key idea of the Cognitive Theories?
Leadership is shaped by how leaders think, analyze, and understand the world
define the Transactional Leadership :
A leadership style focused on exchanges or transactions between leaders and followers. Leaders reward good performance and punish poor performance.
define the Transformational Leadership :
A leadership style where leaders inspire and motivate followers to go beyond self-interest for the good of the group, focusing on growth and change.
what is the key idea of Transactional Leadership ?
Motivation comes from rewards and punishments
what is the key idea of Transformational Leadership ?
Leaders inspire followers to achieve more by encouraging innovation and personal development.
- “Ideal” leader
- Provides focus, inspiration/faith
- “Influence major changes in the attitudes/assumptions of members and build commitment for the org’n’s mission, objectives, and strategies
What gets overlooked?
- Leadership is about people - attitudes, emotions, trust
- character/credibility
- emotional intelligence
- Servant leadership
Why do we not agree with the term “leader” or can view it as negative ?
- Can view as a threat / competition
- People are generally dissatisfied with the quality of leadership they’ve experienced
what is an ESSENTIAL trait about being a leder ?
being credible
TRUE OR FALSE
Credibility takes a lot of time, work and effort to build trust, credibility, etc. but if you lie/mess up once you can lose it in a hurry
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE
Words and actions must align, actions speak much more than words
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE
Leaders must lead by example
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE
You must be confident and experienced in you field
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE
You need to have some credibility in your content
TRUE
