CPL Leadership Principles & Styles 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Participative

Answer

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

Question 2

Which principle distinguishes transformational leadership from transactional leadership?

Accepted Answer

Inspiring followers to exceed self-interest for a higher purpose

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Low competence, high commitment

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Consultative

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Credibility-based leadership

Answer

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

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CPL Leadership Principles & Styles 2