Empowerment Basics
What is the main goal of empowerment?
To give autonomy and build confidence so people can act independently.
Which dimension builds confidence and belief in your abilities?
Self-efficacy
Engagement increases when people feel __________ and __________.
Trusted and valued.
Empowerment shifts leadership from control to ____________.
Development.
Which dimension involves feeling freedom, choice, and autonomy?
Self-determination
Leaders should match authority with __________.
Responsibility
True or False: Empowerment means the leader has less responsibility.
False — empowerment is strong leadership, not less leadership.
Which dimension relates to seeing your work make a difference?
Personal consequences
Name one principle from “How to Engage Others Effectively.”
Examples: allow participation, clarify boundaries, focus accountability on results
Name 2 benefits of empowerment in the workplace.
Examples: increased motivation, innovation, performance, trust, communication.
Which dimension is strengthened by open communication and reliability?
Trust
Why should leaders avoid upward delegation?
It prevents giving responsibility back to the leader instead of taking ownership
What are the five universal human needs empowerment fulfills?
Competence, autonomy, making a difference, meaning/purpose, trust/safety.
Explain how meaning and purpose contribute to empowerment.
It increases commitment, motivation, and engagement because work feels important.
What is the When–Whom–How framework used for?
Deciding the right time, the right people, and the right level of involvement