7.2. Key Characteristics of Effective Leaders

Try these first

1. 1.

   List two characteristics of effective leaders.

   Hint

   Think of what qualities make a leader trustworthy.

2. 2.

   What does emotional intelligence involve?

   Hint

   Consider how feelings affect team dynamics.

3. 3.

   Which characteristic allows leaders to set a clear direction?

   • Emotional Intelligence
   • Visionary Thinking
   • Communication Skills

   Hint

   Think about what it means to have a vision.

4. 4.

   True or False: Integrity is not crucial for effective leadership.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how trust impacts team morale.

5. 5.

   Given a scenario where a leader faces a major decision that could affect morale, outline a decision-making strategy they should follow.

   Hint

   Use the 'APPEAL' acronym to structure your response.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how poor emotional intelligence can negatively affect a team's performance.

   Hint

   Consider the links between emotional understanding and team cohesion.