Question

Patrick and Amanda are team leaders in a small organization. Patrick does not supervise his team very closely, is always asking for team members' ideas, and is very concerned about people's feelings and job satisfaction. Amanda, however, supervises her team very closely, gives direct orders without asking members' opinions, and does not encourage a lot of discussion among team members. Patrick is a(n) ______________ leader, whereas Amanda is a(n) ______________ leader.

Answer 1

Answer:

person-oriented; task- oriented

Explanation:

Patrick focusing on relationships, also mindful of what his team members think, concerned with and respects other people's ideas and feelings shows he is a person-oriented leader.

On the other hand, Amanda focusing on task accomplishment; directing work activities towards goals and ensuring all her team members are up and doing shows she is a task-oriented leader.