Intollerable Boss
Intolerable Boss 1. In this case study, who is being the leader? Why?
Bob is the one who is being the leader in this case. He knew that he was working for the company not just for one person and was consistent with his work and demonstrates dedication to the ones working with and below him.
2. From the textbook list on pages 178-179, what leadership traits identified in the text does Bob possess? * Physical vitality and stamina * Self-confidence * Understanding of followers and their needs * Courage and resolution * Adaptability/flexibility * Skill in dealing with people
3. What is Bob’s predominant leadership style? Quote a line or lines as evidence.
Bob’s predominant leadership style is autocratic leadership. A quote from the case that shows this is, “He leaned on others for support, as they did on him. He learned that even when you can’t do much to change someone, you can change your own behavior to make the best of a bad situation.”
4. Where do you see Bob demonstrating the leadership behaviors of “initiating structure” or
“consideration”?
When Bob is holding his composure under direct personal assault, and also when he vowed to himself that he would never treat anyone that way himself shows that he is considerate of others and set an example to others on how to deal with extreme situations.
5. Identify three important business lessons to be learned from Bob’s situation that can help you in your career.
1. Even when you can’t do much to change someone, you can change your own behavior to make the best of a bad situation. 2. Being a boss that belittles his or her employees and makes them feel bad for their work doesn’t motivate them to be successful. 3. Being the bigger person and doing what you are supposed to do while consistently giving respect will lead you to
Bob is the one who is being the leader in this case. He knew that he was working for the company not just for one person and was consistent with his work and demonstrates dedication to the ones working with and below him.
2. From the textbook list on pages 178-179, what leadership traits identified in the text does Bob possess? * Physical vitality and stamina * Self-confidence * Understanding of followers and their needs * Courage and resolution * Adaptability/flexibility * Skill in dealing with people
3. What is Bob’s predominant leadership style? Quote a line or lines as evidence.
Bob’s predominant leadership style is autocratic leadership. A quote from the case that shows this is, “He leaned on others for support, as they did on him. He learned that even when you can’t do much to change someone, you can change your own behavior to make the best of a bad situation.”
4. Where do you see Bob demonstrating the leadership behaviors of “initiating structure” or
“consideration”?
When Bob is holding his composure under direct personal assault, and also when he vowed to himself that he would never treat anyone that way himself shows that he is considerate of others and set an example to others on how to deal with extreme situations.
5. Identify three important business lessons to be learned from Bob’s situation that can help you in your career.
1. Even when you can’t do much to change someone, you can change your own behavior to make the best of a bad situation. 2. Being a boss that belittles his or her employees and makes them feel bad for their work doesn’t motivate them to be successful. 3. Being the bigger person and doing what you are supposed to do while consistently giving respect will lead you to