1. Why do you agree or disagree agree with the Trait theory of leadership?  Are leadership strengths innate traits and characteristics that leaders inherit at birth or are they learned skills?  Support your conclusion with an example.

2. Select and briefly describe one (1) of the following leadership theories:  Leadership Grid, Fielder’s Contingency, Situational Leadership, Leader Member Exchange or Path Goal; and discuss its value and importance to leadership effectiveness.  Be specific and support your response with an example.

3. According to Robbins and Judge (2011), conflict can be beneficial. In what ways does conflict within a group or team facilitate creativity, effectiveness, and product quality? How can you maximize positive and minimize negative types of conflict within a group or team environment?  Support your response with a specific example