QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Embedding mechanisms - ANSWER Used by leaders to measure success, react to
crises, teach values, reward performance and preserve talent
· Three-step process to transform DoD culture - ANSWER 1. Assess and benchmark
organizational culture
2. Embrace feedback
3. Transform the culture
Gallup Q Survey - ANSWER Survey which asks employees to assess their workplace
experience by scoring their level of agreement with 12 statements, typically ranging
from "strongly agree" to "strongly disagree"
Toxic leader behaviors - ANSWER o Shaming
o Passive hostility
o Team sabotage
o An apparent lack of regard and compassion for the welfare of subordinates
o An interpersonal style that has a negative impact on organizational climate
o The perception that the superior is getting ahead at team member expense
Coaching leadership style - ANSWER This leadership style:
o Quickly recognizes strengths and weaknesses of workers
o Works to help them improve
o Provide regular feedback on challenging projects
o Set clear expectations and a positive, motivating work environment
o One of the most advantageous leadership styles
o Underutilized due to time intensity
o Leaders using this style are often seen as valuable mentors
Visionary leadership style - ANSWER This leadership style:
o Drive progress and change
o Focused on the big picture, useful when restructuring a company or pioneering
o Innovative individuals, persistent and bold
Servant leadership style - ANSWER This leadership style:
o People-first mindset
o Effective in building morale and keeping workers engaged in their work
o Genuinely care about team members and communicate well
o May have a difficult time being authoritative when they need to be
Autocratic leadership style - ANSWER This leadership style:
o Focused almost entirely on results and efficiency