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CIPS L5M15 Exam - Topic 2 Question 7 Discussion

A manager identifies an issue and discusses it with the team, taking on board their input. Which leadership strategy is this?
C) Consulting
A) Selling
B) Joining
D) Telling

CIPS L5M15 Exam - Topic 2 Question 7 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L5M15 exam
Question #: 7
Topic #: 2
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A manager identifies an issue and discusses it with the team, taking on board their input. Which leadership strategy is this?

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Suggested Answer: C

Consulting leadership involves engaging team members in decision-making, valuing their input before implementing actions. It encourages ownership, trust, and collaboration---sitting between directive and participative styles.


by Filiberto at Nov 20, 2025, 07:59 AM

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Gail
5 months ago
Consulting shows good leadership. It builds trust!
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Mabel
5 months ago
Definitely C) Consulting. Team input is key!
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Darrin
5 months ago
I feel like it’s more about collaboration.
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Denae
5 months ago
Agreed! Consulting means involving the team.
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Casie
5 months ago
I think it's C) Consulting. It fits the description.
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Ronald
6 months ago
Wait, are we sure it's not Joining? That sounds right too!
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Elke
6 months ago
Consulting makes the most sense here.
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Tiffiny
6 months ago
No way, it's Telling for sure.
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Adolph
7 months ago
I thought it was Joining at first.
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Johnson
7 months ago
Consulting the team? Sounds like the manager is trying to make everyone feel "included." I prefer the "Selling" approach - just convince them it's a great idea and move on.
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Donte
7 months ago
Consulting the team? Sounds like the manager is trying to avoid making any real decisions. Just tell us what to do and let's get it done!
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Anastacia
7 months ago
Consulting the team? What is this, a group project? I'll just do it myself, thanks.
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Frank
7 months ago
"Selling" seems off to me, but I can't quite recall the differences between "Consulting" and "Joining."
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Rozella
7 months ago
I remember practicing a question like this, and I think "Consulting" was the answer because it emphasizes collaboration.
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Matilda
8 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but "Joining" sounds familiar. It feels like it could relate to teamwork, right?
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Marion
8 months ago
I think this might be "Consulting" since the manager is involving the team in the discussion.
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Tricia
8 months ago
I'm a bit confused on this question. I'm not sure if the manager is just telling the team what to do or if they're actually consulting them. I'll have to re-read the question carefully.
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Lai
8 months ago
I'm feeling pretty confident about this one. The manager is consulting the team, so C) Consulting is the correct answer.
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Veta
8 months ago
Okay, let me see. The manager is discussing the issue with the team and taking their input, so I think C) Consulting is the best answer here.
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Gary
8 months ago
Consulting the team? What is this, a democracy? I prefer the "Telling" approach - less talking, more doing!
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Paris
9 months ago
C) Consulting is the correct answer. The manager is seeking input from the team, which is a consulting leadership strategy.
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Minna
9 months ago
It's definitely Consulting!
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Lorita
9 months ago
Consulting the team? Sounds like a waste of time to me. Just tell them what to do and get it done!
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Winfred
9 months ago
I was torn between C and B, but C makes sense.
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Annabelle
9 months ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I'm trying to decide between B) Joining and C) Consulting. I'll have to think it through carefully.
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Princess
10 months ago
This seems like a pretty straightforward question. I'd go with C) Consulting since the manager is taking input from the team.
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Novella
4 months ago
For sure, collaboration is important!
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Juliann
4 months ago
Consulting is definitely the right choice here.
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Chanel
4 months ago
Yeah, involving the team is key.
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Lovetta
4 months ago
Totally agree, it's all about teamwork!
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Joanne
5 months ago
I think C) Consulting makes the most sense.
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