1. Why do you think that being assigned as a formal leader results in the person dominating team discussions? Which of the five bases of power are likely at play?

2. Identify the relationship between the leader's behavior and the job-related outcome variables that may affect the communication process. Have you ever held back communication in a team when the leader behaved autocratically? Explain why the leaders amount of talking suppresses team members open communication. Provide research evidence in support of your position.

3. How can organizations implement the idea that reminding a leader of the importance of team open communication is important for team performance? How would such an intervention increase communication?

4. What influence strategies can team members employ to increase communication?