BCOM : Chapter Test 7

Characteristic of vision; a vision stimulates people to commit themselves to change, to transcend the status quo and to do something to benefit others

Challenge

Which characteristic of a vision stimulates people to commit themselves to change?

Challenge

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

False

In what way is a vision statement a map for leaders?

It helps leaders know if they are on the right track

Why is Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech considered visionary?

It was inspiring and described a future worth striving for.

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

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

What is an outcome of a leader acting out the vision?

building credibility with followers

How might a leader highlight the values of their vision?

emphasizing the ideals of the vision

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

mental model

Which of the following characteristics of a vision requires an act of faith by followers?

picture

When leaders implement a vision, why might they set challenging goals for followers?

to motivate followers to accomplish a mission

Why would a leader use a symbol when articulating a vision?

to promote group cohesion

Which aspect of articulating a vision is key to enlisting the participation of followers?

using inclusive language

The text describes how the University of Michigan football team coaching staff used the book Into Thin Air to help accomplish team goals. When thinking of vision articulation, what is this an example of?

using symbols

Visions are grounded in ______.

values

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

we and our

Which theorist contended that vision is one of the seven habits of highly effective people?

Covey

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

False

When a leader is implementing a vision, they must "walk the walk." What does this mean?

Leaders must model the attitude, values, and behaviors of the vision.

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

True

In 1961, President John F. Kennedy stated "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." This is an example of which of the following?

a challenge

Taking good features of a prior system and improving them to achieve a new goal is an example of which characteristic of a vision?

a change

Which characteristic of a vision moves an organization or system toward a more positive future?

a change

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

a map

In 1961, President John F. Kennedy stated "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." This is an example of which of the following?

a vision

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

adapt the vision to the audience

When a leader articulates a vision, what is the first step they should take?

adapt the vision to the audience.

Which of the following is a way leaders can improve how they communicate their vision?

adapt the vision to their audience

One characteristic of a vision is that it creates a picture. What is the picture of?

an ideal image of a better future

Julia is a department chair at a small university. She has developed a vision for her department that will improve a long-standing problem and hopefully attract more students to the majors offered by her area. Julia is scheduled to meet with her dean tomorrow where she will explain and describe her vision. She is nervous but excited to share her ideas. She is preparing to do which of the following?

articulate a vision

When a leader articulates change, they should do which of the following?

describe a change in light of the status quo

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

Which of the following are the five main characteristics of a vision?

picture, change, values, map, and challenge