Leadership and Followership Concepts

A collection of flashcards summarizing key terms and concepts related to leadership and followership as discussed in the lecture.

Followership

The role and behavior of individuals who support and follow the leadership of others, characterized by loyalty and cooperation.

Postmodernism

A philosophical movement that questions traditional notions of truth and authority, emphasizing subjective knowledge and power structures.

Leadership

The ability to influence and guide others towards achieving common goals, involving decision-making and responsibility.

Power

The ability to exert control or influence over others, derived from various sources such as authority or expertise.

Emotional Intelligence (EI)

The ability to understand and manage one's own emotions, as well as empathize with others, crucial for effective leadership.

Servant Leadership

A leadership philosophy where the primary goal is to serve others, focusing on the development and well-being of team members.

Engagement Project

A strategy implemented to measure and enhance the engagement levels of staff members within an organization.

Qualitative Research

Research methodologies focusing on understanding the follower perspective and the dynamics of the leader-follower relationship.

Leader as Follower

A concept that acknowledges that leaders also have followers and must be aware of the dynamics of loyalty and support in relationships.

Situational Leadership Theory

A model proposing that leaders must adjust their style based on the developmental level and autonomy of their followers.

Rewards vs. Punishment

The contrast between using rewards to incentivize behavior and using punishment to deter undesirable actions in the workplace.

Goleman's Emotional Intelligence

A framework suggesting that self-awareness and emotional regulation are key components of effective leadership.

Bass’s Transformational Leadership Theory

A leadership model focusing on inspiring and motivating followers to achieve higher levels of performance and personal development.

Katz's Leadership Skills Model

A model proposing that effective leadership requires three skills: technical, human, and conceptual, which vary in importance at different organizational levels.

Self-Reflection

The process of introspecting to understand one's thoughts, actions, and their impacts, essential for leadership development.

Dark Side Traits

Flawed interpersonal traits that can lead to dysfunctional behavior in leaders, particularly under stress or in high-stakes situations.