Question

trait, behavior, and outcome-based measurements. What are the strengths and weaknesses of each? For what kind of positions is each appropriate?

Answer 1

Trait – the trait theory was derived from ‘Great man’ theory, this always defines the characteristics of successful leaders. This theory is highly implemented in military. Leaders are born. Through this theory we can analyse a person. It truly focuses on individual characteristics. It develops a good self-confidence in every individual which automatically leads to success. It helps to create a clear vision.

Strengths:

• Creates opportunities
• Helps to analyse a situation
• Creates a zeal to work better

Weakness:

• It takes time to understand
• It consumes more time

Behavior – this theory defines specific behaviors, it helps to understand the various perspective behaviors of individuals which may affect the human behaviour at work place. It helps to develop a good organisational structure.

Strengths:

• Helps to understand various ways to analyse a situation
• Helps in building a good rap with everyone

Weakness:

• By creating good organisational structure, you may lose certain efficient things.
• It may create few disturbances

Outcome-based measurements - it helps to assess the associates with their physical qualities, it has a specific standard process to follow. It helps people to think positive it creates a strong assumption quality on certain circumstances which useful and meaningful for every individual.

Strength:

• Helps to get a growth in life
• Helps to understand people
• Helps in removing the barriers

Weakness:

• It is a standard process

Kind of positions it is appropriate for:

It is appropriate for all kind of positions because each of it defines a different strategy and also creates an extraordinary statement. Every position is versatile in its own way so everything is needed and appreciated here. Finally these are applicable to every position.