As a manager of a diverse work group, which of the following general statements or principles would you use to guide you in attempting to be an effective leaders?
A) There is little evidence to suggest there is a meaningful distinction between task and relationship-oriented behavior across world cultures.
B) It is clear that a more democratic, participative, directive, contingent-based reward/punishment system produces similar results across cultures.
C) The effective practice of leadership necessitates a careful look at and understanding of the individual differences brought to the leader-follower relationship by the cross-cultural context.
D) A leader whose behavior reflects support, kindness, and concern for his/her followers is valued and impactful in most cultures.
E) None of these.