Author Question: The adage leaders are born and not made reflects which of the following ideas around leadership? ... (Read 208 times)

rl · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

The adage leaders are born and not made reflects which of the following ideas around leadership?

a. Management can be taught; leadership depends on abilities.
b. Mentorship is important in developing innate skills of leaders.
c. Leadership is a natural skill that cannot be refined or developed.
d. Succession planning and formal education related to leadership are ineffective.

Question 2

Susan, a new graduate on the dialysis unit, appears to take Kari's remarks very seriously and works even harder, often volunteering for extra assignments.

She also is often in Kari's office, advising of successes with her patients and of the extra effort that she is committing. This behavior suggests that Susan:

a. Is fearful of losing her job.
b. Lacks understanding of Kari's leadership style.
c. Is not intimidated by Kari's leadership style.
d. Knows how to play the game.

stillxalice · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Leadership is an abilities role that is reflective of rich personal experience. It can be developed and refined through such strategies as coaching, mentorship, and reflection. Management can be taught and learned.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Followers under transactional leadership feel secure about what will happen next or what is needed to be rewarded; therefore, they learn to play the game.