chapter 7

Visions imply change and change can occur in many forms. True False

True

A vision should be fully developed and well planned out before being presented to followers. True False

False

It is uncommon for a leader to experience follower resistance to an articulated vision. True False

False

What type of company is Pendo Systems?

a startup

Match the description with the correct characteristic of a vision. (options: beliefs and ideas, a push to change for the better, provides direction, an idea of a better future, a new way of doing things) a. picture b. change c. values d. challenge e. map

a. an idea of a better future b. a new way of doing things c. beliefs and ideas d. a push to change for the better e. provides direction

The we are organization offers summer camps for children in grades ______. a. first to fifth b. ninth to 12 c. sixth to eighth d. first to 12

a. first to fifth

Symbols use ______ to motivate others and create a clearer vision. a. imagery b. values c. behaviors d. words

a. imagery

In the video, Ronda Taylor Bullock describes what motivated her to start we are. This is an example of ______. a. linking values to vision b. using inclusive language c. adapting the vision to the audience d. setting high expectations for others

a. linking values to vision

Which term describes the process of achieving a vision? a. mission b. job c. quest d. task

a. mission

Beliefs, ideas, or modes of action that people find worthwhile are considered ______. a. ethics b. values c. principles d. views

b. values

If someone has created a nonprofit organization with the goal of eliminating racism in education, which would be one way they could "walk the walk" of the vision? a. Use crowdfunding technology to help raise funds to support core services. b. Share the vision with all volunteers as part of the first-day orientation. c. Host a workshop for educators to discuss the impact of racism and strategies for dismantling it. d. Create a website that describes the purpose and objectives of the organization.

c. Host a workshop for educators to discuss the impact of racism and strategies for dismantling it.

Which aspect of a vision asks individuals to commit themselves to worthwhile causes? a. values b. map c. challenge d. a picture

c. challenge

When a leader ______, they set an example to others over an extended period of time. a. paints a picture b. gains follower support c. implements their vision d. articulates a change

c. implements their vision

In order to achieve positive change, visions must address what? a. followers' strengths b. followers' weaknesses c. values d. costs of change

c. values

In terms of leadership, a mental model of an ideal future state is called a(n) ______. a. goal b. dream c. vision d. objective

c. vision

A vision provides a planned-out path to follow to reach a goal or accomplish a task. What is this laid-out path called? a. a strategy b. a mission c. a plan d. a map

d. a map

What is the best method for a leader implementing their vision? a. "talking the talk" b. identifying the beliefs of others c. lowering performance expectations d. modifying their own behaviors

d. modifying their own behaviors