Question 1

A transactional leader in contrast to a transformational one is more likely to:

Accepted Answer

A transactional leader in contrast to a transformational one is more likely to emphasize rewards for good performance. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 2

Which one of the following is the least typical characteristic of a transformational leader?

Accepted Answer

Low standing on moral reasoning is not a characteristic typically associated with transformational leadership. Transformational leaders are known for inspiring and motivating their employees through empowering them, encouraging personal development, and exhibiting charisma. However, they are also known for having high levels of moral reasoning, which is the ability to make ethical decisions and act in accordance with principles of justice and fairness.

Question 3

Jonathan, the head of a technology firm, is known for his authentic leadership practices. He created a unique identity for himself in the world of successful business leaders. In this scenario, Jonathan:

Accepted Answer

A current trend in career advancement is to build a personal brand. Understanding your basket of strengths forms the basis for developing your personal brand. Your personal brand makes you unique, thereby distinguishing you from the competition. Your personal brand also helps you attract people to accept your leadership. See "The Development of Charisma."

Question 4

Stephen, the CEO of an automotive company, addressed his employees in his company's annual meeting. He remarked that the company should acquire 60 per cent of the global market share in the next 10 years, and continue to provide quality products and services to all its consumers. Stephen is a:

Accepted Answer

Charismatic leaders are visionary because they offer an exciting image of where the organization is headed and how to get there. A vision is more than a forecast; it describes an ideal version of the future of an entire organization or an organizational unit. See "Characteristics of Charismatic Leaders."

Question 5

A study of team leadership found that transformational leadership helped the group

Accepted Answer

A study of team leadership found that transformational leadership helped the group feel more potent, leading to better performance. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 6

Chandler is the head of a pulp and fibre manufacturing company. Despite his keen interest in closing a deal with a distributor in a developing country, he was convinced of the emerging surveys that show a lack of demand for the company's products. Hence, he decides to drop the project in spite of his personal interest. This shows that Chandler is:

Accepted Answer

Closely related to the high energy level of charismatics is their almost-never-accept-no attitude or being sensibly persistent. Outstanding leaders and individual contributors also know when to cut their losses. If an idea or a product will not work, the sensible charismatic absorbs the loss and moves in another, more profitable direction. See "The Development of Charisma."

Question 7

Melissa wants to bring about transformations in her organization. Which one of the following would be the best recommendation for her?

Accepted Answer

The transformational leader must help group members understand the need for change both emotionally and intellectually. The problem is that change involves dislocation and discomfort. An effective transformational leader recognizes this emotional component to resisting change and deals with it openly. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 8

Sawyer, a manager at an IT security firm, firmly believed in using his professional power for the welfare of the organization. His group members were empowered to suggest ideas and were made accountable and responsible for their actions. This shows that Sawyer is:

Accepted Answer

A socialized charismatic is a leader who restrains the use of power in order to benefit others. This type of leader also attempts to bring group members' values in line with his or her values. The socialized charismatic formulates and pursues goals that fulfill the needs of group members and provide intellectual stimulation to them. Followers of socialized charismatics are autonomous, empowered, and responsible. See "Three Types of Charismatic Leaders."

Question 9

A major concern about charismatic leadership is that

Accepted Answer

A major concern about charismatic leadership is that group members sometimes follow a charismatic leader down an unethical path. See "Concerns about Charismatic Leadership."

Question 10

Collin, an executive of a telecom company, has an inclination to acquire more power to further his own interests. He spends lavishly on sports cars and branded watches to exhibit his power and stature. Which of the following best describes Collin's leadership style?

Accepted Answer

Personalized charismatic are individuals who serve primarily their own interests and exercise few restraints on their use of power. Personalized charismatics impose self-serving goals on constituents, and they offer consideration and support to group members only when it facilitates their own goals. Followers of personalized charismatics are typically obedient, submissive, and dependent. See "Three Types of Charismatic Leaders."

Question 11

Darren, the CEO an airlines company, is widely regarded as a transformational leader who experiments with new innovations and managerial styles. Which of the following would be an outcome of Darren's activities?

Accepted Answer

The general picture of the impact of transformational leadership is that it can arouse followers to a higher level of thinking. Transformational leaders appeal to the ideals and values of their constituents, thereby enhancing commitment to a carefully crafted vision. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 12

A challenge to the validity of charismatic leadership is that leaders might be

Accepted Answer

A challenge to the validity of charismatic leadership is that leaders might be perceived as charismatic because of their accomplishments. See "Concerns about Charismatic Leadership."

Question 13

A synthesis of studies about transformational leadership and performance found that this type of leadership

Accepted Answer

A synthesis of studies about transformational leadership and performance found that this type of leadership was positively associated with a group of criteria. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 14

A charismatic leader goes beyond the ordinary use of public social networking sites. Which of the following messages is an example of a charismatic use of social networking sites?

Accepted Answer

A more charismatic use of social networking sites would be to post messages designed to inspire, motivate, and make group members feel good about themselves and the organization. Despite the positive use of social networking sites to project charisma, the leader has to guard against posting sensitive information, such as an idea fora new product or service, or legal problems the company might be facing. See "The Communication Style of Charismatic Leaders."

Question 15

Tyson is a supervisor at an agro processing industry. He commands respect, confidence, and loyalty of group members by virtue of his honest and transparent policies. Tyson is:

Accepted Answer

Transformational leaders have the respect, confidence, and loyalty of group members. One reason is that managers who use the transformational leadership style tend to score higher on emotional intelligence. A specific attribute here is that transformational leaders read emotions well. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 16

The concept of leadership polarity suggests that group members

Accepted Answer

The concept of leadership polarity suggests that group members tend to intensely like or dislike leaders. See "Concerns about Charismatic Leadership."

Question 17

Davis is the CEO of a group of luxury hotels. As a committed and authentic leader, he brought major changes in the company to attract new customers and ensure quality services. In addition, he also executed major changes in employee relations and satisfaction causing an increase in employee productivity. Which of the following best describes Davis' leadership style?

Accepted Answer

Transformational leadership focuses on what the leader accomplishes, yet it still pays attention to the leader's personal characteristics and his or her relationship with group members. The transformational leader helps bring about major, positive changes by moving group members beyond their self-interests and toward the good of the group, organization, or society. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 18

One technique a leader uses to bring about transformations is to get people:

Accepted Answer

A transformational leader helps bring about major, positive changes by moving group members beyond their self-interests and toward the good of the group, organization, or society. The essence of transformational leadership is developing and transforming people. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 19

Courtney is the finance head of a tourism company. Recognizing that the company is hard-pressed financially, she decides to cancel the projects that are riskier in nature, and concentrated more on developing its reliable projects. Which of the following strategies has been adopted by Courtney?

Accepted Answer

The turnaround artist or transformational leader cannot take care of all problems at once in a troubled organization. A practical strategy is to get around limitations on funds, staff, or equipment by concentrating resources on problem areas that are most in need of change and have the biggest potential payoff. See "Transformational Leadership."

Question 20

A recommended strategy for a transformational leader attempting to help a troubled organization is to concentrate resources where

Accepted Answer

A recommended strategy for a transformational leader attempting to help a troubled organization is to concentrate resources where change is needed the most and the potential payoff is big. See "Transformational Leadership."

Quiz 3: Charismatic and Transformational Leadership