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In _____, workers are trained to do all or most of the jobs in the unit, they have no immediate supervisor, and they make decisions previously made by first-line supervisors.

In the context of roles of a superior team leader, relating refers to

According to expectancy theory, instrumentality is

In the behavioral approach to leadership, _____ behavior is variously referred to as concern for production, directive leadership, initiating structure, or closeness of supervision.

In the behavioral approach to leadership, _____ behavior is variously referred to as concern for production, directive leadership, initiating structure, or closeness of supervision.

David, marketing/sales manager for WTU Corporation, said to his employee, “Gordon, I will be out next week on client business. In my absence, I’d like you to serve as acting manager. On Monday, I’d like you to lead our weekly sales meeting. Also, please assign client contacts to the sales staff for the upcoming trade show. Lastly, decide upon final terms for our contract with Acme Power, and negotiate that contract to closure. I’m glad that I can count on you.” In empowering Gordon, David has

_____ refers to a team strategy that entails simultaneously emphasizing internal team building and achieving external visibility.

_____ refers to a team strategy that entails simultaneously emphasizing internal team building and achieving external visibility.

Bob, a division manager, talks about positive change for his staff and business, but he allows self-interest to take precedence over the needs of the division. Bob is a _____________________ leader.

The need for achievement is important for leaders and managers in all of the following countries EXCEPT