Chapter 2: Recognizing Your Traits

Which of the following is not listed in the text as an important leadership trait?

• diligence
• articulateness
• power hungry
• intelligence

A manager who moves into a new position and begins reading industry magazines, manuals, books, and interviews colleagues about their best practices might be working on improving which of the six leadership traits?

• charisma
• sociability
• integrity
• intelligence

Confidence is a trait that has to do with ______.

• feeling positive about oneself and one’s ability to succeed
• making others believe you have the right answers
• convincing others your way is best
• commanding respect from your followers

A leader walks into a room and immediately commands people’s attention through her presence. This is indicative of which trait?

• integrity
• sociability
• intelligence
• charisma

A leader who is willing to assert themselves, be proactive, and can persevere through adversity demonstrates which key trait?

• determination
• sociability
• confidence
• intelligence

According to the text, which is the one trait that is easily acquired by those who lead?

• intelligence
• determination
• integrity
• confidence

Which trait most closely aligns with a leader who stays focused on tasks, articulates a vision, and encourages others to persevere?

• intelligence
• charisma
• confidence
• determination

A new manager is hired for an office; they immediately begin to build a rapport with colleagues and subordinates, tactfully navigate difficult situations, and are friendly and outgoing with all employees. This example demonstrates which trait?

• confidence
• charisma
• sociability
• intelligence

Winston Churchill was known for which of the following traits?

• oratory
• mood swings
• anger
• selfishness

Churchill’s most significant talent was his masterful use of ______.

• information
• language
• optimism
• inspiration