WGU C203 Ch. 2: Traits, Motives, & Characteristics of Leaders. Exam Review, rated A+ 2024

General Personality Traits - -A trait that is observable both within and outside the context of work. General Personality Traits of Successful Leaders - -Self Confidence, Humility, Core Self-Evaluations, Sense of Humor, Trustworthy, Enthusiasm, Optimism, Warmth, Authentic, Assertive, Extraversion. Core Self-Evaluation - -A broad personality trait that captures bottom-line self-assessment, composed of self-esteem, locus of control, generalized self-efficacy, and emotional stability. Trust - -A person's confidence in another individual's intentions and motives and in the sincerity of that individual's word. Authenticity - -Being genuine and honest about your personality, values, and beliefs, as well as having integrity. Extraversion - -Most consistent personality factor related to leadership effectiveness and leadership emergence and most consistently and strongly related to the type of leadership than brings about major changes (the transformational type). Assertiveness - -Forthrightness in expressing demands, opinions, feelings, and attitudes. Task-Related Personality Traits - -Courage, Passion, Internal Locus of Control, Flexible & Adaptable, and Emotional Intelligence: Self Awareness, Self Management, Social Awareness, and Relationship Management. Emotional Intelligence (E.I.) - -The ability to do such things as understand one's feelings, have empathy for others, and regulate one's emotions to enhance one's quality of life