Question 1

The scout role of organizational leaders involves seeking out and being aware of information and opportunities in the organization or environment that can assist the group or organization.

Accepted Answer

The scout role involves organizational leaders actively searching for information, trends, and opportunities that can benefit their organization, helping to anticipate changes and adapt strategies accordingly.

Question 2

Dialectical theory suggests that in many situations we face in groups or organizations there is only one seemingly obvious and effective "best way" of dealing with those situations competently.

Accepted Answer

Dialectical theory actually suggests that in group or organizational situations, there are often competing tensions or opposing viewpoints, indicating that there may not be a single "best way" to deal with situations but rather multiple approaches that need to be balanced or negotiated.

Question 3

Ideally, charismatic leaders should be involved in routinizing their vision.

Accepted Answer

Charismatic leaders are effective in inspiring and motivating followers towards a vision, but for long-term sustainability and to ensure the vision endures beyond their personal involvement, it's important for them to be involved in routinizing or institutionalizing their vision into the organization's practices and culture.

Question 4

Transactional leadership is to managerial leadership as transformational leadership is to organizational leadership.

Accepted Answer

Transactional leadership focuses on the role of supervision, organization, and group performance, similar to managerial leadership, which is about managing teams and tasks efficiently. Transformational leadership, on the other hand, is about inspiring and motivating employees to innovate and create change that will help grow and shape the future success of the company, aligning closely with the broader concept of organizational leadership, which involves guiding an organization towards its goals.

Question 5

Frames are ways of thinking about some particular idea or event.

Accepted Answer

Frames are cognitive structures that shape the way individuals perceive and interpret information, guiding how they think about and understand particular ideas, events, or issues.

Question 6

Framing is communicating in an attempt to shape others' ways of thinking.

Accepted Answer

Framing involves presenting information in a way that influences how others interpret and understand it, thereby shaping their perspective and thought process.

Question 7

When supervisors talk about ethics explicitly, the likelihood is reduced that subordinates will speak up with their ethical dissent for fear of harming their relationship with the supervisor.

Accepted Answer

Explicit discussions about ethics by supervisors can create an open environment that encourages subordinates to speak up about ethical concerns, showing that ethical behavior is valued and supported within the organization.

Question 8

Nonprofit and volunteer organizations probably do not require much institutional leadership.

Accepted Answer

Nonprofit and volunteer organizations still require strong institutional leadership to ensure they are effectively managed, can achieve their goals, and maintain accountability to their stakeholders and the communities they serve.

Question 9

The assumption of the trait approach to managerial leadership is that

Accepted Answer

The trait approach to managerial leadership assumes that certain individuals are born with inherent leadership skills that distinguish them from non-leaders, suggesting an innate quality or set of qualities that predispose some people to be effective leaders.

Question 10

Which of the following is not an assumption of the trait approach to managerial leadership?

Accepted Answer

The trait approach to managerial leadership primarily assumes that certain individuals are born with inherent traits that make them effective leaders (A, C, D), rather than focusing on the development of leadership traits over time (B). This approach suggests that leadership is a consequence of specific qualities, not something that can be developed.

Question 11

Which of the following is an assumption of the style approach to managerial leadership?

Accepted Answer

The style approach to managerial leadership assumes that individuals have a strong preference to lead with a certain style in most situations, suggesting that leadership effectiveness is connected to the consistent application of this style rather than adapting to different situations or being born with unique leadership qualities.

Question 12

As a manager, Jordan likes to make sure that everyone is satisfied and happy with their work and their relationships with others. Jordan is would rather have something done a little slower or with a lower quality than have employees upset with each other. This suggests that Jordan prefers which style of manager?

Accepted Answer

Jordan's approach, prioritizing employee satisfaction and harmony over productivity and quality, aligns with the characteristics of a country club manager. This management style focuses on creating a friendly, comfortable work environment, sometimes at the expense of achieving high performance levels.

Question 13

As a manager, Arin is always looking for a creative approach that will meet all of the organizational goals and maintain very positive relationships as well. This suggests that Arin prefers which style of manager?

Accepted Answer

Arin's approach, focusing on both organizational goals and positive relationships, aligns with the team manager style. This style emphasizes high productivity and high people satisfaction, aiming for an optimal balance between achieving goals and maintaining positive team dynamics.

Question 14

According to a situational approach to managerial leadership,

Accepted Answer

Certain situations seem to require a particular leadership style.

Question 15

Which of the following is not an example of a situational understanding to managerial leadership?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Which of the following is an assumption of the contingency model of managerial leadership?

Accepted Answer

As the situation changes, the managerial leader changes style.

Question 17

As the manager of new restaurant with new employees, Pat began by being very directing so that all the employees knew what to do. As the employees become fairly confident in their job, what should Pat do according to a contingency model of managerial leadership?

Accepted Answer

According to a contingency model of managerial leadership, as employees become more confident and competent, the leader should shift from a directive style to a more relationship-oriented style to support and motivate employees effectively.

Question 18

Which of the following is a reason that managerial leaders need to have an external focus?

Accepted Answer

Managerial leaders need to have an external focus to coordinate activities with other groups and managers, ensuring that their team's efforts are aligned with broader organizational goals and strategies. This involves networking, collaboration, and understanding external factors that might impact the team.

Question 19

Which of the following is not a reason that managerial leaders need to have an external focus?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining relationships within the group is an internal focus, not an external one. Managerial leaders focus externally to coordinate with others, seek resources, and promote their group's achievements, but maintaining internal relationships is about managing the dynamics and interactions within the group itself.

Question 20

Which of the following is an assumption of a dialectical approach to managerial leadership?

Accepted Answer

A dialectical approach to managerial leadership assumes that managers often must balance between two contradictory but desirable options, recognizing the complexity and inherent contradictions in many management situations.

Quiz 8: Communication and Leadership