Coercive
This leadership style demands immediate compliance and often uses strict rules.
What is coercive leadership?
This leadership style provides a clear vision and direction for the team.
What is authoritative leadership?
This leadership style focuses on building strong relationships and team harmony.
What is affiliative leadership?
What does the leader expect from other people?
To follow that example and keep up
This leadership style focuses on helping team members grow, learn new skills, and reach their potential.
What is coaching leadership style?
A leader who says “Do what I tell you, now” is demonstrating this leadership style.
What is coercive leadership?
A leader who says “Follow me toward this goal” is demonstrating this leadership style.
What is authoritative leadership?
What are some examples of what an affiliative leader would do?
Host a team dinner, do team-bonding exercises, etc
This leadership style involves a leader setting very high performance standards and expecting the team to keep up.
What is pace-setting leadership?
How do leaders who use coaching focus on their team?
They focus on the team as a whole and on individual people too.
When would coercive leadership be most effective?
Emergencies, crises, or situations requiring quick decisions.
What does authoritative leadership do?
Motivates people by connecting their work to a larger purpose.
When is this leadership style useful?
Resolving conflicts or rebuilding trust within a team.
What does a leader do in this leadership style?
Sets an example (usually high) for others to follow
When is coaching leadership most effective?
When someone wants to improve or creating a new generation of leaders (more long term)
What are some cons of coercive leadership?
Can reduce morale if used too frequently because it limits employee input.
When is authoritative leadership most effective?
When a team needs strong direction or a new vision.
When should you not use affiliative leadership?
When there is an emergency or performance is poor
What are some negative consequences for the leader who is using this style?
Burnout and stress because expectations are very high
When should you not use coaching leadership?
Immediate results, urgent action, or unwilling and unmotivated team members
What does coercive leadership do?
It demands control and submission from people to do a task.
How do leaders use this approach?
Set the direction but allow team members freedom in how to achieve it.
What is emphasized in this leadership style?
Praise, encouragement, and positive relationships.
What does this leadership style focus on?
Speed and excellence
How is this style different from other styles?
It focuses on individual improvement even though it might take a long time.