Many who have worked with Bob say he is very charismatic. On his first day on the job as manager of the shipping and receiving department, Bob learns that the group has been debating the solution to a problem and has yet to arrive at a consensus. Some members think that a committee should be formed to come up with a final solution. Bob's immediate reaction is not in favor of such an idea. He indicates that he does not think a committee is needed. Within a short time of reviewing proposed solutions, Bob selects a plan and urges the group to start implementing it right away rather than waste any more time talking about it. This behavior describes what characteristic of a charismatic leader?
A) vision
B) superb communication skills
C) self-confidence and moral conviction
D) ability to inspire trust
E) high risk orientation
F) high energy and action orientation
G) relational power base
H) minimum internal conflict
I) ability to empower others
J) self-promoting personality

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Bob's quick decision-making and urge to implement a solution immediately demonstrate a high energy and action orientation, a characteristic of charismatic leaders.

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