Question 1

List and describe the core components of a transformational leader and provide an example of each of these components.

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Question 2

A(n) _____ leader is most likely to say "When I mess up, I will fess up."

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An authentic leader values transparency, honesty, and accountability. They are willing to admit their mistakes and take responsibility for their actions, which aligns with the statement "When I mess up, I will fess up." Passive leaders may avoid taking responsibility or making decisions, authoritarian leaders may not admit their mistakes or vulnerability, and transactional leaders prioritize rewards and punishments over personal values and authenticity.

Question 3

List and describe the three primary components of transactional leadership. Provide an example of these components in use.

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Question 4

In Self Competency: When discussing authentic leaders, Bill George notes, "No matter how bad things are,

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Question 5

Describe a transformational leader.

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Question 6

Matthew reminded his staff that just because the first test market didn't purchase the cereal, there were three other test markets they would place the product in; this was just a temporary setback in their progress. What characteristic of an authentic leader is Matthew exemplifying?

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Matthew is exemplifying optimism, which is the characteristic of seeing setbacks as temporary and having a positive outlook on the outcome. Charisma, trust, and complacency are not illustrated in this scenario.

Question 7

List and describe the five core components of an authentic leader. Provide an example of each component.

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Question 8

Jamal encourages open communication in his department and wants his staff to tell him both the good and the bad. As an authentic leader, Jamal's actions create _____ within his department.

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By encouraging open communication and welcoming both positive and negative feedback, Jamal is creating an environment of trust within his department. Trust is a key component of authenticity in leadership, as it allows for genuine relationships and transparency. While hope and charisma may also be present in authentic leadership, they are not directly related to communication and trust-building within a team. Bias is not a positive quality in leadership and is not relevant in this scenario.

Question 9

Define authentic leadership and explain how subordinates react to a leader who portrays this trait.

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Question 10

Compare and contrast a transformational leader to a transactional leader.

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Question 11

Characterize behaviors associated with transactional leaders.

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Question 12

Explain what criteria you could use to evaluate how well a manager portrays idealized influence.

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Question 13

Stefan worked with his employee, Jennifer, to come up with three goals for next year and they created a plan to help her meet those goals. An authentic leader uses this process to create ____ within an employee.

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By creating specific goals and a plan to achieve them, Stefan and Jennifer instilled hope in Jennifer that she can improve and succeed. This is a key aspect of authentic leadership, where a leader focuses on empowering their employees to reach their full potential. While values and integrity are important aspects of leadership, they are not necessarily directly related to this particular process of goal-setting and creating hope. Charisma may be a personal trait of a leader, but it is not related to this specific process either.

Question 14

Explain which type of leadership fosters synergy and describe the effects of synergy. Give an example of synergy in the workplace.

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Question 15

Describe the core components of ethical leadership.

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Quiz 11: Leadership Effectiveness: New Perspectives