Deck 13: Managing As Leaders

Question 1

A manager with a score of a (9, 1) on the Managerial Grid would be categorized as:

A)Country Club Management
B)Authority-Compliance Management
C)Impoverished Management
D)Team Management

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a "Great Man" trait?

A)masculinity
B)compassion
C)dominance
D)intelligence

Answer 2

B

Question 3

The process of influence aimed at directing behavior toward the accomplishment of objectives is known as:

A)management
B)power
C)leadership
D)empowering

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT one of the five major leadership traits according to the textbook?

A)Integrity
B)Determination
C)Likability
D)Sociability
E)Self-Confidence

Question 5

__________ power is how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions.

A)Legitimate
B)Referent
C)Coercive
D)Expert

Question 6

Which of the following is leader behavior as described by the Path-Goal Theory?

A)Directive
B)Supportive
C)Participative
D)Both A & B
E)All of the above

Question 7

Which type of leadership employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over others?

A)Directive
B)Transformational
C)Empowering
D)Transactional

Question 8

Self-management can be defined as:

A)the ability to be aware of our own emotions and make "gut decisions"
B)the ability to be aware of, comprehend, and react to others' emotions
C)the ability to influence and cooperate with others, even through conflict
D)the ability to have power over one's own emotions

Question 9

Which of the following powers is NOT a type of positional power?

A)expert
B)legitimate
C)reward
D)coercive

Question 10

This type of leader focuses on followers and their situation to achieve the best results:

A)Charismatic
B)Servant
C)Authentic
D)Shared

Question 11

Who developed the Situational Leadership Model?

A)Hersey and Blanchard
B)Fred Fielder
C)Robert Greenleaf
D)Blake and Mouton

Question 12

This leadership process is divided into behavior-focused strategies, natural reward strategies, and constructive thought strategies.

A)Servant leadership
B)Empowering Leadership
C)Self-leadership
D)Shared Leadership

Question 13

In 2009, Bear Naked was sold for $60 million to which company?

A)Kashi
B)Quaker
C)General Mills
D)Kellogg

Question 14

According to the contingency theory model, which of the following situations would be the best match for a low LPC leader?

A)Good leader-member relations, low task structure, weak position power
B)Poor leader-member relations, low task structure, weak position power
C)Poor leader-member relations, high task structure, strong position power
D)Poor leader-member relations, high task structure, weak position power

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic that authentic leadership encourages?

A)Positive psychological capacities
B)self-awareness
C)self-development
D)internalized moral perspective
E)All of the above

Question 16

What percentage of the United States workforces works from home at least part time?

A)20%
B)30%
C)40%
D)50%

Question 17

Which of the studies found that leaders have two dominant sets of behaviors that predict success - consideration and initiating structure.

A)The Ohio State Studies
B)The Managerial Grid
C)The University of Michigan Studies
D)None of the above

Question 18

Which type of strategy is aimed at reshaping certain key mental processes in order to facilitate more positive and optimistic thinking patterns?

A)Natural reward
B)Constructive thought
C)Self-reward
D)Mental

Question 19

Until recently, which type of contact was agreed to be the best method of communicating?

A)Social networking
B)E-mail
C)Telephone
D)Face-to-face

Question 20

The _________ leadership style is also sometimes called "SuperLeadership."

A)Directive
B)Transformational
C)Empowering
D)Transactional

Question 21

The behavioral perspective focuses on identifying effective leaders through personal characteristics that are difficult to obtain or cannot be learned.

Question 22

Sir Richard Branson, founder and chairman of Virgin Brands, is best described as a transactional leader.

Question 23

Kelly Flatley and Brendan Synnott are the founders of the ______________ company.

Question 24

John F.Kenney can be classified as a "Great Man" leader.

Question 25

The two behavioral dimensions of the Situational Leadership Model are directive behavior and supportive behavior.

Question 26

There are two types of positional power - referent and expert.

Question 27

Shared leadership involves employees engaging in effective self-leadership and responsible followership.

Question 28

Transactional leaders are often too reliant on fear.

Question 29

__________ powers are granted because of a manager's ability to positively or negatively affect someone through resource allocation, which _______ powers are granted dependent on their likability and being well-informed.

Question 30

The modality of communication has had an impact on leadership and how leaders operate within an organization.

Question 31

According to the Path-Goal Theory Model, if task characteristics are repetitive, boring, and routine, a participative leader behavior should be used.

Question 32

Transformational leadership is often contrasted with ___________ leadership.

Question 33

A charismatic leader in business is a person that motivates employees to exceed expected performance through their inspiring behaviors.

Question 34

The four major factors of emotional intelligence are __________________, _____________________, ____________________, and _________________.

Question 35

List two obstacles that social networking and virtual communication bring about.
1) _______________________
2) _______________________

Question 36

Fred Fiedler was the organizational psychologist who designed the contingency theory model.

Question 37

Societal norms are influenced by things such as the environment and the media.

Question 38

Positional powers are obtained by being perceived as likeable and well-informed.

Question 39

Every leader is asked to be a manager.

Question 40

A servant leader is ideally suited for the service industry because the leader's style matches with the organization's mission and values.

Question 41

The three situational factors of Fiedler's Contingency Model are ______________, ____________, and _______________.

Question 42

Matching

-Empowering leadership

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 43

Explain the basic concept of power and then compare and contrast the five basic sources of power.

Question 44

Matching

-Directive leadership

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 45

Matching

-Coercive Power

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 46

Matching

-Transformational leadership

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 47

The __________ perspective connects what managers do and their ability to influence others.

Question 48

The ____________ theory focuses on leadership behaviors that motivate a team through clarification, support, and removal of barriers in pursuit of a goal.

Question 49

A great leader with bad personal values, such as Adolf Hitler, are referred to as __________________.

Question 50

__________ leaders uplift and inspire their followers to higher levels of motivation and commitment by creating and communicating a charismatic vision.

Question 51

Matching

-Expert Power

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 52

List and describe four basic types of leaders according to the Manz/Sims leadership typology.

Question 53

___________ leadership is a collaborative process in which team members share key leadership roles.

Question 54

Matching

-Referent power

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 55

Matching

-Transactional leadership

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 56

_________ leaders engage in relational authenticity and transparency.

Question 57

Provide a brief appraisal of three new and emerging leadership perspectives.

Question 58

Matching

-"Great Man" leader

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 59

Matching

-Servant Leader

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers

Question 60

Matching

-Authentic Leaders

A)emphasizes follower self-influence rather than more traditional external control processes
B)behaviors that encourage positive psychological capacities, an ethical climate, greater self-awareness, an internalized moral perspective, a balanced processing of information, and self-development
C)how a manager influences people through the threat of or actual negative consequences for undesired actions
D)based on a manager's appealing traits or resources
E)involves creating and communicating a higher-level vision in a charismatic way that elicits an emotional response and commitment from the followers
F)derived from perceived knowledge, skill, or competence
G)employs position power or legitimate power to exert influence over followers
H)one who focuses on the needs, objectives, and aspirations of team members to help them achieve organizational goals
I)a person that was born into a position of power and authority and seen by some as having a divine right to assume power
J)strives to reinforce desirable behaviors with rewards that are perceived to be equitable and attractive by followers