Trait Theory
a leadership theory that holds that effective leaders possess certain innate characteristics thst followers do not possess, such as physical characteristics and personality traits
Coercive leadership style
A leader imposes a vision or a solution and demand thyme the team follo...
Trait Theory - ANSWER- a leadership theory that holds that effective leaders
possess certain innate characteristics thst followers do not possess, such as
physical characteristics and personality traits
Coercive leadership style - ANSWER- A leader imposes a vision or a solution and
demand thyme the team follow this directive, this approach is effective in during
crisis when clear and immediate action is required. Ineffective in other times as it
may damage the employee"s sense of ownership to their work and motivation.
Authoritative Leadership - ANSWER- Leader proposes a bold vision or solution
snd invites the team to John this Challenge. Effective when there is no clear path
forward snd when the proposal is compelling and captures the team's
imagination.
Affiliative Leadership - ANSWER- The leader creates strong relationships with
and inside the team, encouraging feedback. The team members are motivated by
loyalty. Effective when a leader has inherited a dysfunctional and dispirited team
that needs to be transformed.
democratic leadership - ANSWER- leader invites followers to collaborate and
commits to acting by consensus. Ineffective when the leader Doesn't have a clear
vision or anticipates resistance. Ineffective when time is sort, solicits since
building consensus takes time and multiple meetings
Pacesetting - ANSWER- The leader sets a model for high performance standards
and challenges followers to meet these expectations.effective when teams are
composed of competent and motivated employees. Ineffective when expectations
and pace of work is excessive and employees become discouraged, tired.
,coaching leadership style - ANSWER- focused on Developing the team members
dills, and believing that success comes from aligning the organizations goals
with individual's personal and professional goals. Effective when leader is highly
filled strategic management, communication and ineffective when employees
resist changing their performance.
behavioral theories of leadership - ANSWER- Blake-Mouton Theory- leadership
involves managing tasks and employee relationships. 5 types of managers-1.
Country Club ( low task, high relationship), creates a secure atmosphere and
trusts employees to accomplish goals, 2. Impoverished managers ( low on task,
relationships), use a delegate and disappear style. Authoritarian- high on task,
low in relationship) expect ppl to do as they are told without question and do not
foster collaboration
Middle of the road- mid point in both. Gets the work done but not considered as
leaders
Team leader- high Jon both task and relationship, lead by example, foster a team
environment and encourage individual and team development.
Hersey Blanchard Theory - ANSWER- Situational Leadership- leaders adapt their
behaviors to meet the evolving needs of the team members. Like Blake- Mouton,
the behaviors involve tasks and relationships. As team members grow in skill and
experience, leaders supply the appropriate behaviors. Telling( when the employee
is not motivated or competent), selling ( when the employee needs focus and
motivation ), participating (when competent employees can be included in
problem solving and coached on higher skills and delegating ( when very
competent employees can benefit from greater levels of autonomy and self
direction)
Fiedler's Contingency Theory - ANSWER- Leaders change the situation to make it
more "favorable," more likely to produce good outcomes. Situation favorableness
occurs when 1. leader- member relationships are strong. 2. Task structure and
requirements are clear. 3. Leader can exert necessary power to reach the group's
goal.
Path-goal Theory - ANSWER- A theory that states that it is the leader's job in
coaching and developing their competencies in attaining their goals and to
provide the necessary direction and/or support to ensure that their goals are
compatible with the overall objectives of the group or organization.1. Directive m-
helps the employee to understand the task and goals. Supportive- tries to fulfill
the employee's relationship needs. 3. Achievement- motivate by setting
, challenging goals. 4. Participative- provides members more control and through
participative decision making
Emergent Theory of Leadership - ANSWER- Leaders are not appointed but
emerge from the group, which chooses the leader based on interactions.
Transactional Leadership - ANSWER- focusing on clarifying employees' roles and
task requirements and providing rewards and punishments contingent on
performance. Emphasizes a leader's preference for order and structure.
Transformational Leadership - ANSWER- transforms employees to pursue
organizational goals over self-interests, embrace change, innovate, add value and
growth to the organization
Leader-Member Exchange Theory - ANSWER- A method of leadership in which
leaders treat each follower differently, and as a result, develop unique
relationships with each member.
servant leadership - ANSWER- focuses on providing increased service to others
—meeting the goals of both followers and the organization—rather than to
oneself.
Mentoring - ANSWER- Mentoring helps an employee navigate and understand the
organization, which helps to determine a career path.
Motivation - ANSWER- Factors that initiate, direct, and sustain human behavior
over time.
Theory X and Theory Y - ANSWER- stated that Motivation is irrelevant ( Theory X)
or absolutely critical( Theory Y). Theory X leaders micromanage and coerce team
members because they believe people do not like to work and must be strictly
controlled and forced to work. Theory Y leaders believe that people dislike rigid
controls and inherently want to accomplish something. The leaders apply a more
participative style that empowers employees
Needs Theory - ANSWER- Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs . 5 basic categories of
needs must be met in an ascending order: Physiological-basic needs related to
survival 2. Safety and Security 3. Belonging and love ( need to belong, to be
accepted) 4. Esteem ( both self-esteem and admiration of others 5. Self
actualization -(the need to fulfill one's potential). A lower level need must be
relatively satisfied in order for a higher level need to emerge or serve to motivate.
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