Chapter 7

Which action is most effective for articulating a vision to followers?

emphasizing the value of the vision

If a leader's vision is too demanding and advocates a big change, it will probably be ______.

rejected

When implementing a vision, leaders should ______.

set high expectations for followers

Beliefs, ideas, or modes of action that people find worthwhile are considered ______.

values

In order to achieve positive change, visions must address what?

values

In terms of leadership, a mental model of an ideal future state is called a/an ______.

vision

Which of the following word pairs is indicative of inclusive language?

we and our

Match the description with the correct characteristic of a vision. - picture - change - values - challenge - map

- an idea of a better future - a new way of doing things - beliefs and ideas - a push to change for the better - provides direction

A leader should wait until they have a vision fully fleshed out before sharing it with others.

False

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

False

Implementing a vision is a quick and easy process for effective leaders.

False

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

False

A vision constructs a picture of a future that is better than the status quo.

True

A vision is a mental model of an ideal future and a mission describes how to achieve the vision.

True

Effective leaders are able to guide the behavior of their followers through the creation of compelling visions.

True

Some leaders have been accused of "stirring the pot" when they promote visionary changes.

True

The ideas, beliefs, and modes of action that people find worthwhile are called values.

True

Visions imply change and change can occur in many forms.

True

When a leader implements a vision, they must model to followers the attitudes, values, and behaviors that support the vision.

True

When leaders implement a vision, it is important that they collaborate with others and share the work in order to meet the end goal.

True

Turning a vision into reality requires ______ and ______.

communication; action

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 map

When a vision provides a path for followers, which characteristic does this represent?

a map

When a leader articulates a vision, it is recommended that they ______.

adapt the vision to the audience

When a leader is able to effectively explain and describe their vision to followers, this is called being able to ______.

articulate

Which aspect of a vision asks individuals to commit themselves to worthwhile causes?

challenge

According to the text regarding visionary leadership, which of the following is a true test of a leader's abilities?

implementing the vision

What might be considered the most challenging step of visionary leadership?

implementing the vision

The president of a nonprofit organization that is built upon a vision of civic engagement regularly shares their vision with the staff, provides feedback on how they are contributing to the organizations' vision, and puts up physical reminders of the vision in the office. The president also personally meets with leaders of local communities and implements community programs in the area. Which action by the president best represents the concept of acting out the vision?

meeting with leaders of local communities and implementing community programs

In leadership, a vision is a ______ of an ideal future state.

mental model

Which of the following terms describes the process of achieving a vision?

mission