NSTP

• What is the definition of leadership?


  Leadership is the ability to influence and guide followers or members of an organization.
• What is a key ability of a leader?


  A key ability of a leader is to motivate people to accomplish goals.
• What are the characteristics of a good leader?


  • Knows where they want to go
  • Can motivate people to believe in their vision
  • Makes sound judgments and decisions
  • Shows passion for their focus
  • Demonstrates compassion for supporters
  • Exhibits charisma
  • Possesses strong communication skills
  • Displays persistence
  • Maintains integrity
  • Is daring and disciplined
• What is the importance of vision in leadership?


  Good leaders can motivate people to believe in their vision for their country, community, and family.
• How do good leaders make decisions?


  Good leaders can make sound judgments and decisions even during crucial situations.
• What does passion mean in the context of leadership?

  Passion refers to good leaders being intensely focused on whatever they are involved in.
• What is compassion in leadership?


  Compassion is when good leaders show care for their supporters and followers.
• What is charisma in leadership?


  Charisma refers to good leaders being captivating and charming individuals.
• What role do communication skills play in leadership?


  Good leaders are usually great orators and persuaders.
• What does persistence mean for a leader?


  Persistence means good leaders are determined to attain their goals despite obstacles.
• What is integrity in leadership?


  Integrity means good leaders mean what they say and keep their promises.
• What does it mean for a leader to be daring?


  Daring leaders are bold and willing to take risks to chase their dreams.
• What is discipline in leadership?


  Discipline refers to good leaders observing self-control and order.
• What are the traits of a leader?

  • Character
  • Charisma
  • Commitment
  • Communication
  • Competence
  • Courage
• What is transactional leadership?

  Transactional leadership emphasizes corrective action and mutual exchanges based on performance expectations.
• How do transactional leaders direct activities?


  Transactional leaders direct activities by telling each person what to do, when to do it, and how to do it.
• What is transformational leadership?


  Transformational leadership occurs when leaders elevate the interests of their employees and generate awareness of the group's mission.
• What are the behaviors of transformational leaders?


  1. Articulate a compelling vision of the future
  2. Use stories and symbols to communicate vision
  3. Emphasize strong sense of purpose
  4. Talk optimistically and express confidence
  5. Earn trust and respect by doing the right thing
  6. Instill pride in employees
  7. Discuss important values and beliefs
  8. Consider moral and ethical consequences
  9. Seek different perspectives in problem-solving

  10. Encourage challenging old assumptions

  11. Spend time teaching and coaching

  12. Recognize and celebrate employee achievements
• What are the four components of transformational leadership?


  • Individualized Influence
  • Inspirational Motivation
  • Intellectual Simulation
  • Individualized Consideration
• What is the virtuous cycle of leadership control?


  A leader should be energetic, sympathetic, and confident to ensure enthusiastic cooperation from followers.
• What are the seven habits of highly effective people?

  1. Be proactive
  2. Begin with the end in mind
  3. Put first things first
  4. Think win-win
  5. Seek first to understand, then to be understood
  6. Synergize
  7. Sharpen the saw
• What is teamwork?


  Teamwork is the process of working collaboratively with a group to achieve a goal.
• What is time management?


  Time management is the art of arranging, organizing, scheduling, and budgeting one’s time for effective work.
• What is decision-making?


  Decision-making is the process of selecting the most logical choice from among two or more options.
• What are the steps in the decision-making process?


  1. Identification of alternative solutions
  2. Evaluation of possible options
  3. Selection of the best option
• What are the types of involvement in decision-making?


  • Consensus or agreement
  • Majority voting
  • Minority influence
  • Silent consensus
  • Clique
  • Handclasp
  • One-person decision
  • Plop
• What is consensus in decision-making?


  Consensus involves compromising various possibilities after all opinions have been heard.
• What is majority voting?


  Majority voting is considered the most effective way to make a decision.
• What is a clique in decision-making?


  A clique is a small group whose members plan beforehand to get their way in decision-making.
• What is a handclasp in decision-making?


  A handclasp occurs when one person makes a suggestion and another commends it.
• What is a one-person decision?


  A one-person decision is quickly made but may lead to trouble in gaining support later.
• What is plop in decision-making?


  Plop occurs when a group makes a decision by not making a decision at all.
• What are the difficulties in decision-making?

  • Fear of consequences
  • Conflicting loyalties
  • Interpersonal conflicts
  • Hidden agendas
  • Blundering methods
  • Inadequate leadership
  • Clash of interest
• How does fear of consequences affect decision-making?


  Fear of consequences brings division and disagreement among group members.
• What is the impact of conflicting loyalties on decision-making?


  Conflicting loyalties can lead to divided loyalties about decisions.
• How do interpersonal conflicts affect decision-making?


  Interpersonal conflicts evoke feelings that interfere with sound decision-making.
• What is the effect of hidden agendas on decision-making?


  Hidden agendas can hinder decision-making for reasons not shared with the group.
• What are blundering methods in decision-making?


  Blundering methods include using rigid procedures that leave little room for differing views.
• How does inadequate leadership affect decision-making?


  Inadequate leadership restricts the expression of opinions and discussion on issues.
• What is the clash of interest in decision-making?


  A clash of interest occurs when different groups have opposing interests within an organization.