Vocabulary Set #2 - Leadership Styles & Organizational Terms

Vocabulary flashcards covering leadership styles and organizational terms based on Vocabulary Set #2.

Resume (n. / v.)

(n.) A short written summary of an applicant's education, work experience, and achievements; (v.) to begin again after a pause.

Democratic (adj.)

Characterized by equal participation, collective decision-making, and shared responsibility.

Transformational (adj.)

Causing a major, fundamental, and positive change in form, character, or function (e.g., a transformational leader).

Servant (adj. / n.)

In leadership, an approach focused primarily on serving the needs of team members and supporting their growth.

Authoritative (adj.)

Commanding, confident, and reliable; enforcing obedience through recognized expertise or position.

Affiliative (adj.)

Focused on building strong emotional bonds, harmony, and connection within a team.

Coach (n. / v.)

(v.) To train, guide, and instruct individuals to unlock their potential and improve performance.

Laissez Faire (adj.)

A hands-off approach that allows team members complete freedom to make decisions and complete work on their own.

Pace-Setting (adj.)

A style where a leader sets high standards for performance and leads by example, expecting immediate results.

Coercive (adj.)

Using force, threats, or authority to compel compliance or obedience.

Multifaceted (adj.)

Having many different aspects, features, or sides.

Status Quo (n.)

The existing, current state of affairs or social conditions.

Resilience (n.)

The ability to recover quickly from setbacks, hardship, or trauma.

Multinational (adj.)

Involving or operating across several nations or countries.

Proficient (adj.)

Competent, skilled, or fluent in a subject, task, or art.

Prospective (adj.)

Likely to happen, become, or happen in the future (e.g., prospective students).

Extant (adj.)

Still in existence; surviving; not extinct, lost, or destroyed.

Succinctly (adv.)

Expressed clearly and briefly in few words; to the point.

Ambiguous (adj.)

Open to more than one interpretation; unclear or vague.

Hierarchy (n.)

A system or organization in which people or items are ranked according to status or authority.