Question

Which of the following dimensions of leadership behavior refers to the extent to which leaders take action to define the relationship between themselves and their staff, as well as the role that they expect each staff member to assume?
a. Showing consideration
b. Initiating structure
c. Goal emphasis
d. Work facilitation

Answer 1

I would say A. or B.

Answer 2

Answer:

b. Initiating structure

Explanation:

Initiating structure form of leadership behavior relates to the work which will be done in the organization. It lays stress on -

(1) How the work will be performed i.e. which processes will be used in doing the work and how to perform on these processes.

(2) Indicating the functions and thereby the duties of the staff.

(3) Laying out the targets to be achieved by the staff with respect to their work.

(4) Organizing the work activity.

(5) Comparing the performance of the staff with the targets set.

(6) Initiating leadership actions for effective control.

Note - The above six points highlighted are in proper sequence as mentioned.

Hence, the initiating structure dimension of leadership behavior refers to the extent to which leaders take action to define the relationship between themselves and their staff, as well as the role that they expect each staff member to assume.