LEADERSHIP ETHICS FINAL EXAM
RETAKE (2025 - 2026) WITH
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What does Johnson mean when he points out that ethical leadership is two- part
process that involves personal moral behavior and moral influence? - ANS-Ethical
leaders earn a label when they act morally when carrying out duties and shape the
ethical contexts of their groups, organizations, and societies. Leaders express
characteristics throughout their reign and they are also responsible for their followers
actions. Both intertwine with each other.
He is saying that the way a leader acts also effects how their followers will act. Leaders
lead by example.
Are ethics and effectiveness compatible or incompatible according toJohnson? Why? -
ANS-Ethical leaders are frequently more effective
examples:
-Ethical leaders are rated as more promotable and effective.
-Workers of ethical leaders are more satisfied and are more committed to their
organizations. Due to this they are more successful and productive
-Workers are less likely to engage in theft, sabotage, cheating, putting others down,
making demeaning remarks
-If you are a follower of an ethical leader you are more likely to be a successful one as
well
What is the shadow power and in what ways may leaders engage in immoral behaviors
due to power? - ANS-Shadow power is ways that leaders use power to take advantage
of people. The greater a leaders power the greater the potential of use.
- deceit- lying
- constraint- restricting followers from doing certain things
, -coercion- threats
-selfishness
-inequity- unequal benefits or privileges
-cruelty
- disregard
-deification- servant leader relationship
Discuss the shadow of inconsistency. How can a leader be inconsistent in a morally
questionable way? - ANS-Shadow inconsistency is liking some followers better than
others
- members of the "in-group" get rewarded with the good jobs, have high levels of trust,
mutual influence, and support characterize their exchanges with the leader.
-members of the "out-group" get the lower end hobs, very little communication with the
leader, not trust and support
-best player on the team getting better treatment than the ones that work just a hard as
he or she does
What are some instances in which leaders act irresponsibly according to Johnson? -
ANS-Coaches cannot be completely responsible for every decision their players make.
The issues come when they don't encourage their players to act responsibly and follow
the law or discipline them if they fail to do so.
CEO's awarding friends of them pay raises Or giving jobs to friends that do not have the
right experience for the job.
What are some of the unhealthy motivations that contribute to leaders' unethical
behavior? present and discuss two. - ANS-Insecurity- leaders are often insecure people
who mask their inner doubts through extroversion and by tying their identities as roles
as leaders. Project their insecurities on others when they use followers to server their
selfish needs
Fear- fear of chaos leads to no chance because of the leaders uncertainty. Emphasize
rules and procedures instead of creativity
What is Machiavellianism and how does this constitute unethical behavior on the part of
leaders? - ANS-Machiavellianism is highly self centered. Argued that leaders should
maintain a virtuous public image but use whatever means necessary to achieve their
ends. Lots of self promotion, aggressive behavior, and are emotionally cold
Because of selfishness it can lead to putting the group at risk. They are more focused
on personal gain than what is best for the group. Leaders can put the group in danger
RETAKE (2025 - 2026) WITH
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What does Johnson mean when he points out that ethical leadership is two- part
process that involves personal moral behavior and moral influence? - ANS-Ethical
leaders earn a label when they act morally when carrying out duties and shape the
ethical contexts of their groups, organizations, and societies. Leaders express
characteristics throughout their reign and they are also responsible for their followers
actions. Both intertwine with each other.
He is saying that the way a leader acts also effects how their followers will act. Leaders
lead by example.
Are ethics and effectiveness compatible or incompatible according toJohnson? Why? -
ANS-Ethical leaders are frequently more effective
examples:
-Ethical leaders are rated as more promotable and effective.
-Workers of ethical leaders are more satisfied and are more committed to their
organizations. Due to this they are more successful and productive
-Workers are less likely to engage in theft, sabotage, cheating, putting others down,
making demeaning remarks
-If you are a follower of an ethical leader you are more likely to be a successful one as
well
What is the shadow power and in what ways may leaders engage in immoral behaviors
due to power? - ANS-Shadow power is ways that leaders use power to take advantage
of people. The greater a leaders power the greater the potential of use.
- deceit- lying
- constraint- restricting followers from doing certain things
, -coercion- threats
-selfishness
-inequity- unequal benefits or privileges
-cruelty
- disregard
-deification- servant leader relationship
Discuss the shadow of inconsistency. How can a leader be inconsistent in a morally
questionable way? - ANS-Shadow inconsistency is liking some followers better than
others
- members of the "in-group" get rewarded with the good jobs, have high levels of trust,
mutual influence, and support characterize their exchanges with the leader.
-members of the "out-group" get the lower end hobs, very little communication with the
leader, not trust and support
-best player on the team getting better treatment than the ones that work just a hard as
he or she does
What are some instances in which leaders act irresponsibly according to Johnson? -
ANS-Coaches cannot be completely responsible for every decision their players make.
The issues come when they don't encourage their players to act responsibly and follow
the law or discipline them if they fail to do so.
CEO's awarding friends of them pay raises Or giving jobs to friends that do not have the
right experience for the job.
What are some of the unhealthy motivations that contribute to leaders' unethical
behavior? present and discuss two. - ANS-Insecurity- leaders are often insecure people
who mask their inner doubts through extroversion and by tying their identities as roles
as leaders. Project their insecurities on others when they use followers to server their
selfish needs
Fear- fear of chaos leads to no chance because of the leaders uncertainty. Emphasize
rules and procedures instead of creativity
What is Machiavellianism and how does this constitute unethical behavior on the part of
leaders? - ANS-Machiavellianism is highly self centered. Argued that leaders should
maintain a virtuous public image but use whatever means necessary to achieve their
ends. Lots of self promotion, aggressive behavior, and are emotionally cold
Because of selfishness it can lead to putting the group at risk. They are more focused
on personal gain than what is best for the group. Leaders can put the group in danger
