QUESTION Why is the term “follower” used infrequently in writings about adaptive leadership? a. It is a derogatory term b. Follower implies a submissive role c. It lessens the role of the leader d. It presumes ANSWER: B
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION I am really frustrated and unsatisfied with my work right now. I need my leader to a. Nurture me b. Involve me c. Challenge me d. Direct me ANSWER: A
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION In 2014, what percentage of privately owned businesses were women owned? a. 75% b. 15% c. 40% d. 20% ANSWER: C
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Describe how the transformational leadership factors in the Full Range Model of Transformational Leadership are similar to Kouzes and Posner’s five practices of exemplary leadership. What will be an ideal response? ANSWER: Answer will vary greatly depending upon which factors and practices students choose to compare. Individualized consideration is similar to both enabling […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION In adaptive work a. The leader identifies the problem b. The followers identify the problem c. The people involved together identify and solve the problem d. The followers do all of the work ANSWER: C
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION I am tired of doing the same old boring job. I need my leader to a. Challenge me b. Involve me c. Support me d. Direct me ANSWER: C
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Which of the following statements is false? a. Women are showing a greater presence in top leadership positions. b. Men earn more bachelor’s degrees than women. c. Women still have less employment continuity than men. d. Organizations with women heading them have more financial success. ANSWER: B
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION What is the first step the leader takes when faced with a challenging situation? a. Create a holding environment b. Give the work back to the people c. Maintain disciplined attention d. Step back to obtain a fuller picture ANSWER: D
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION I am doing a job that has ambiguous rules for which I need clarity. I need my leader to a. Challenge me b. Involve me c. Nurture me d. Direct me ANSWER: B
Date: September 3rd, 2020
QUESTION Explain and give examples for the four Is of transformational leadership. Must all four factors be present for someone to be transformational? What will be an ideal response? ANSWER: Idealized influence: emotional component. Strong role models for followers. Counted on to do right thing. Inspirational motivation: communicate high expectations. Inspire through motivation. Intellectual […]
Date: September 3rd, 2020
