Week 2 Flashcards
Define leadership.
The process of influencing and guiding individuals or groups to achieve shared goals.
Name two differences between leaders and managers.
Leaders innovate and inspire, while managers focus on operational control and achieving goals.
What is the Trait Approach to leadership?
Leadership qualities are inherent, focusing on selecting individuals with natural leadership traits.
What are the two components of the Behavioral Approach?
Initiating structure (task roles) and consideration (trust and relationships).
What does Path-Goal Theory emphasize?
Adjusting leadership styles to team needs, including directive and supportive leadership.
What is the Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) model?
It evaluates the quality of relationships between leaders and members, affecting outcomes like promotions and turnover.
What is an “in-group” in LMX?
Trusted individuals with strong contributions, receiving better rewards and evaluations.
What is an “out-group” in LMX?
Individuals performing basic roles with limited engagement.
Define trust in leadership.
A psychological state involving the willingness to accept vulnerability based on positive expectations of a leader.
Name the three types of trust.
Calculus-based, knowledge-based, and identification-based trust.
What are the bases of power in leadership?
Structural (coercive, reward, legitimate) and personal (expert, referent).
How does transformational leadership differ from transactional leadership?
Transformational leaders inspire and innovate, while transactional leaders focus on rewards and corrections.
What are the four components of transformational leadership?
Idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration.
What is the significance of impression management in leadership?
It involves crafting perceptions to align with desired organizational images.
What is the first step in managing your boss effectively?
Find out what “good” looks like to ensure you meet their expectations.
