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Before starting a new position, leaders in transformational programs will most likely take ______.

The MLQ is often taken before a leadership position as a measure of strengths and weaknesses

idealized influence

also known as charisma emotional component leaders who act as strong role models for followers; followers identify with these leaders and want very much to emulate them. have high standards and morals

The idealized influence factor is measured on two components

an attributional component that refers to the attributions of leaders made by followers based on perceptions they have of their leaders, behavioral component that refers to followers' observations of leader behavior.

The four Is of transformational leadership are known as being ______.

controversial

Charisma

- A special gift that certain individuals possess that gives them the capacity to do extraordinary things

What outcomes is transformation leadership related to?

- Effectiveness - Positive effects

Transactional Leadership

- Focuses on the exchanges that occur between leaders and followers

Passive

- Intervenes only after standards have not been met or problems have arisen

Pseudo-transformational Leadership

- Leaders who have strong inspirational talent but are self -consumed, exploitive and power oriented, with warped moral values

Management-by-Exception

- Leadership that involved corrective criticism, negative feedback, and negative reinforcement - Active and passive forms

Laissez-Faire Leadership

- Negatively related to outcomes such as effectiveness and satisfaction in organizations - Also called non leadership, in this style the leader abdicates responsibility, delays decisions, gives no feedback, and makes little effort to help followers satisfy their needs

Active

- Watches followers closely for mistakes or rule violations and takes corrective action

It is considered a best practice for leaders to avoid discussing their own career paths when they present visions. true or false

false

One recognized weakness of transformational leadership is that there is not enough attention given to the needs of followers. true or false

false

The Kouzes and Posner model is based on trait approach. t or f

false

Transformational leadership focuses on short-term goals. t or f

false

Transformational leadership theory is based on democracy. true or false

false

four I's

idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, individualized consideration

One of the main concepts within transformational leadership is ______ motivation.

intrinsic

inspirational motivation

leaders who communicate high expectations to followers, inspiring them through motivation to become committed to and a part of the shared vision in the organization An example of this factor would be a sales manager who motivates members of the sales force to excel in their work through encouraging words and pep talks that clearly communicate the integral role they play in the future growth of the company.

intellectual stimulation

leadership that stimulates followers to be creative and innovative and to challenge their own beliefs and values as well as those of the leader and the organization. An example of this type of leadership is a plant manager who promotes workers' individual efforts to develop unique ways to solve problems that have caused slowdowns in production.

Psychopathic people are known to be ______.

more likely to become leaders

Challenge the process

o Being able to change the status quo and step into the unknown o Innovate, grow & improve o Try new things/ risks

Enable others to act

o Build trust and promote collaboration o Let others make choices

- Model the way

o Clear on their own values and philosophy o Find their own voice and express to others o Follow through on promises and commitments and affirm the common values they share w others

Inspire a shared vision

o Listen to the dreams of others and how their dreams can be realized o Challenge others to transcend the status quo

Encourage the heart

o Regarding others for their accomplishments o Give praise

The foundation of transformational leadership theory is that leadership should not be thought of as ______.

power

Adolf Hitler was a ______ leader.

pseudotransformational

individualized consideration

this factor is representative of leaders who provide a supportive climate in which they listen carefully to the individual needs of followers. Leaders act as coaches and advisers while trying to assist followers in becoming fully actualized An example of this type of leadership is a manager who spends time treating each employee in a caring and unique way. To some employees, the leader may give strong affiliation; to others, the leader may give specific directives with a high degree of structure.

Transformational leaders are ______ toward opposing viewpoints.

tolerant

Noncompete contracts are an example of what kind of leadership?

transactional

What type of leadership is being demonstrated when professors grade students' work?

transactional

Satisfaction, motivation, and performance have all been positively related to ______ leadership.

transformational

Followers will trust a transformational leader and want to be like them. t or f

true

Transformational leaders commonly create a vision. t or f

true

Transformational leadership can be applied across many different settings. true or false

true

Transformational leadership theory can be effectively applied for team building. true or false

true

Transformational leadership

· A process that changes and transforms people by creating a connection that raises the level of motivation and morality in both the leader and the follower