CPM Leadership Development & Team Building 2

Question 1

A manager notices that a high-performing team member has plateaued in growth. What is the most effective leadership response?

Accepted Answer

Assign the employee to a cross-functional stretch project

Answer

Stretch assignments challenge employees beyond their current role, reigniting growth and engagement.

Question 2

Which team development stage, per Tuckman's model, is characterized by members challenging each other and the leader?

Accepted Answer

Storming

Answer

The Storming stage involves interpersonal conflict and challenges to authority as team members assert themselves.

Question 3

A CPM candidate wants to build psychological safety on their team. Which action best achieves this?

Accepted Answer

Encourage team members to voice concerns without fear of punishment

Answer

Psychological safety requires an environment where people feel safe to speak up, take risks, and admit mistakes.

Question 4

A new manager inherits a team with low trust and poor collaboration. What should be the first priority?

Accepted Answer

Establish clear expectations and build personal relationships with each member

Answer

Building trust starts with clarity and connection — understanding each person and setting mutual expectations.

Question 5

What does 'servant leadership' primarily emphasize?

Accepted Answer

Prioritizing the needs and growth of team members over personal power

Answer

Servant leaders put their team's development and well-being first, enabling others to perform at their best.

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