Type of Leadership
What is autocratic leadership?
This leadership style involves leaders making decisions without consulting others.
Disadvantage: Dictatorship, dissatisfied employees because they feel they have no "say". Lead from top to down.
What is a key characteristic of autocratic leadership in decision-making?
Autocratic leaders make decisions unilaterally, focusing on centralized authority and control, with minimal input from subordinates. Advantages include quick decision-making and clear direction during a crisis. Disadvantages include reduced employee morale and lack of team input.
Little to no communication with followers and is perceived as "lazy"
What is Laissez-faire Leadership style
Disadvantage: Hands off style. Leads to low productivity and frustration because there is no leadership.
This leadership style aims to
What is a transformational leader?
Inspire and motivate followers by articulating a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals and fosters commitment.
What are Transformational leaders
This leadership style values input from team members in decision-making.
What is democratic leadership?
(Transformational)
What is the ideal Leadership Style?
Dynamic Leadership when you can adjust depending on the environment and situation. Transformation leadership is ideal overall because of shared decision making, is trustworthy and respected.
Type of leaders that focus on the growth and well-being of individuals within the organization, ensuring their needs are met before addressing organizational goals.
What is a Servant Leader
Disadvantage: Slow decision-making, time-consuming training, the risk of being perceived as weak or manipulative.
This leadership style is centered around rewards and punishments to manage performance.
What is transactional leadership?
Examples include setting clear goals, offering performance-based rewards, and monitoring tasks with regular evaluations to ensure compliance.
How does democratic leadership enhance employee satisfaction and engagement?
By fostering collaboration, valuing team input, and encouraging participation in decision-making, which increases ownership and morale.
What role does emotional intelligence play in transformational leadership?
Emotional intelligence helps transformational leaders build trust, inspire teams, and manage emotions effectively to align with their compelling vision.
Leaders that act in alignment with their personal values, building credibility, respect, hope, and trust with direct reports. This type of leader is seen as genuine, resulting in positive effects such as satisfaction, motivation, and performance
What is an Authentic leader
The manager says, "if you will help complete chart audits, I will downsize staffing and send you home early".
What is Transactional Leadership
Characteristics of this leadership style: Knowing your strengths, weaknesses, and values
Internalized moral perspective Using your moral compass
Relational transparency Connecting with others easily as yourself
Balanced decision-making Seeking and listening to all points of view
What is Authentic Leadership