In Relation to People's Affiliative Behaviour, O'Connor and Rosenblood (1996)

question 27

Multiple Choice

In relation to people's affiliative behaviour, O'Connor and Rosenblood (1996) noted that:

• A) people also need time to themselves in a regulated way.
• B) some tend to push this behaviour too far.
• C) privacy is valued even more.
• D) affiliation is related to the personality dimension of extraversion.

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Definitions:

Initiating Structure

A leadership behavior that involves organizing work, defining role responsibilities, and setting clear patterns of organization and communication.

Supervisory Style

The manner in which a supervisor oversees, guides, and manages employees, which can range from authoritarian to democratic.

Employee Complaints

Formal grievances or expressions of dissatisfaction made by employees about workplace conditions, policies, or treatment.

Situational Leadership

A leadership style approach that suggests the most effective leaders adapt their style to the maturity and competencies of the individuals or groups they are leading.