Leadership Principles & Styles Flashcards

A program leader notices that team members are highly skilled but lack motivation. Which leadership style is MOST appropriate?

Answer: Participative

Participative leadership engages skilled but unmotivated team members by involving them in decision-making, increasing ownership and commitment.

Which principle distinguishes transformational leadership from transactional leadership?

Answer: Inspiring followers to exceed self-interest for a higher purpose

Transformational leadership inspires followers to transcend personal interests for a collective vision, whereas transactional leadership relies on exchanges and incentives.

In Situational Leadership theory, 'Selling' (S2) is best used when followers have:

Answer: Low competence, high commitment

S2 Selling provides direction and support for enthusiastic beginners who are motivated but still developing skills.

A CPL program leader frequently seeks input before making decisions but retains final authority. This best describes which style?

Answer: Consultative

Consultative leaders gather team input and perspectives but make the final decision themselves.

Which leadership principle emphasizes building trust through consistent, ethical behavior over time?

Answer: Credibility-based leadership

Credibility-based leadership holds that sustained trust is earned through consistent alignment between a leader's words and actions.

A leader who prioritizes the growth and well-being of team members above their own status exemplifies:

Answer: Servant leadership

Servant leadership places the needs, development, and well-being of followers as the leader's primary concern.

According to Path-Goal Theory, which leader behavior reduces ambiguity by clarifying expectations and task requirements?

Answer: Directive

Directive leadership in Path-Goal Theory clarifies what followers must do and how, removing ambiguity about tasks and expectations.