Match the Communication Style of the Group Member with the Best

question 17

Multiple Choice

Match the communication style of the group member with the best strategy for the leader to use in an interaction:
-Does not become impatient when the member goes off on a tangent

• A) Idea-oriented group member
• B) People-oriented group member
• C) Action-oriented group member
• D) Process-oriented group member

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Definitions:

Supportive Leadership

Supportive leadership is a leadership style where the leader shows concern for employees' well-being, encourages open communication, and supports team members in their roles.

Participative Leadership

A leadership approach where decision-making is shared between leaders and members of the organization.

Transactional Leadership

A leadership style that focuses on the exchanges that occur between leaders and followers, emphasizing rewards and punishments.

Leader-match

A theory or principle suggesting that the effectiveness of a leader is contingent upon how well their leadership style matches the situation or context.