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Characteristics of Followers
Followership research suggests that individual differences among followers are crucial. These can include traits like degrees of extroversion, desire for growth, and need for guidance. Other examples of influential characteristics include how a person responds to criticism or their preference for structure, which affect the ideal leader-follower dynamic.
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A manager successfully led a team of new trainees by providing constant, direct instructions and closely monitoring their work. When promoted to lead a team of senior, experienced specialists, the manager continued to use the exact same hands-on, directive approach. After several months, the new team's morale and productivity have significantly decreased. Which statement provides the best evaluation of this situation from a followership perspective?