Intro to Leadership: Chapter 4
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One strength of the Blake and Mouton approach is that it advocates adjusting leadership style based on the situation.
False
Research on the behavioral approach has shown clear connections between particular leadership behaviors and positive outcomes.
False
The behavioral approach asserts that actions occur on a task level and organizational level.
False
The behavioral approach contains many specific tools that can be used "out of the box" for the workplace.
False
The behavioral approach lacks empirical credibility.
False
The behavioral model gives specific advice to improve leadership skills.
False
The inconsistencies of the behavioral approach have led to its application outside of leadership and development programs but not within them
False
What effect does Virginia Vogel's leadership style have on the workplace culture at Backroads Granola?
It builds organizational trust, promoting the personal worth of followers.
Which of the following is a reason that the behavioral approach might not be successful?
It does not recognize the importance on contextual factors such as culture.
How does the behavioral approach differ from other approaches discussed in the text?
It provides a broad framework for assessing leadership.
Which of the following is a methodological problem with the behavioral approach--that is, a problem in the ways the studies were conducted?
Leader behavior questionnaires are typically completed by followers, who may be biased.
"I'll never be a leader!" Emily moaned. "I just don't have the right personality type!" Which of the following strengths of the behavioral approach could counter Emily's assertion?
Leadership is not a matter of traits, but behaviors that can be learned.
According to the behavioral approach, what is likely to happen to Virginia Vogel's leadership style if Backroads Granola were to double in production and number of employees?
She will likely rebalance her task and relational leadership behaviors.
Chad has a strong team leadership style (Blake and Mouton 9,9) and has done very well in his organization. However, after being transferred to the Beijing office, his results began to suffer. Which criticism of the behavioral approach might apply to Chad's situation
The behavioral approach does not take cultural differences into account.
A company has started using the behavioral approach to help them design and implement employee assessments that identify leader behaviors. Why would the company's new methods fail to predict successful leaders for them?
The behavioral approach fails to produce consistent results.
Which of the following statements best reflects the behavioral approach?
The behavioral approach is descriptive.
Which of the following statements reflects the general, descriptive nature of the behavioral approach?
This approach is heuristic.
A company manager has decided to utilize the behavioral approach to assess his leader behaviors and determine a plan for improvement. This wil be a successful way to use the behavioral approach because it can help him determine how he can be more effective.
True
A large number of leadership training programs are structured similarly to the behavioral approach.
True
A leader's style consists primarily of two major types of behaviors: task and relationship.
True
Grid seminars help to find and modify ineffective leadership behaviors
True
Task-oriented people are focused on organizing work, assigning roles, and accomplishing goals.
True
The paternalistic leadership style has been shown to be effective in Turkey.
True
The problem with identifying a universal leadership style may be related to situational factors.
True
Why does the behavioral approach not advocate a particular leadership style?
Which leadership behaviors are most effective is often situation dependent.
According to the behavioral approach, Todd Fliedner's leadership style ______.
balances task and relational behaviors
If a leader works to build trust and respect among followers, they are exhibiting the Ohio State studies' leader behavior known as
consideration
From Vogel's experience at Backroads Granola, using a relationship-oriented leadership style ______.
doesn't guarantee that employees will always get along with each other
If Todd Fliedner acted politely toward the Bay Ridge Center clients and staff mainly for the purpose of achieving the Center's goals and financial targets, he would be considered a(n) ______ leader.
paternalistic/maternalistic
Multiple studies have validated the idea that leadership behaviors cluster into which two categories
task and relationship
The behavioral approach to leadership can be criticized because it does not explain ______.
the connection between Todd Fliedner's leadership style and his performance outcomes
Which of the following best reflects how a manager can use the behavioral approach to improve performance?
to assess behaviors and look for areas that need improvement
A human resources specialist is looking for the best way to integrate the behavioral approach into her leadership training seminars. Which of the following would be the most useful approach
to make use of a tool like the Blake and Mouton Leadership Grid that provides feedback on leadership style
Forrest is neglectful and apathetic about his role as a company leader. He makes no attempt to connect personally with the employees, and he puts forth minimum effort to complete tasks on time. Which of the following management styles best describes Forrest's style
impoverished management