Neve Will Be Using a Structured Interview to Hire Her

question 95

Multiple Choice

Neve will be using a structured interview to hire her new assistant.One of the applicants for the position has requested a phone interview because she lives far from the job site.Based on the existing research,Neve

• A)should be concerned because structured interviews are only effective when administered in person.
• B)has no reason to worry because she can focus more intently on the applicant's responses during a phone interview.
• C)should feel reassured because structured phone interviews have been shown to be predictive of future productivity.
• D)will have to use a written integrity test rather than a structured interview in this situation.

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Definitions:

Leadership Prototypes

Preconceived beliefs or expectations about the traits, behaviors, and qualities that characterize effective leaders.

Charismatic Leadership

A leadership style characterized by an individual's ability to inspire and motivate followers through their personality and actions.

Transactional Leaders

Leaders who focus on the routine transactions between the organization and its members, emphasizing clear structures, rewards for performance, and penalties for non-performance.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that an individual's motivation is influenced by their belief in the effectiveness of their efforts, the value of the rewards for success, and the likelihood that their efforts will lead to expected outcomes.