Directing Style
The directive style of leadership works with a
clear objective and well-defined expectations
The participative leadership style refers to a
decision-making style that encourages input from subordinates, but the ultimate decision-making power lies with the leader
The delegative leadership style refers to a
leader that prefers to take a backseat to their team when making decisions.
The transformational style of leadership refers to
an environment created by the leader where ideas flow freely, and subordinates are encouraged to provide solutions
The transactional style of leadership refers to
"telling" style of leadership, focuses on structure, results, rewards, and penalties
Disadvantage of directing style leadership
All of the work is in the hands of the leader
Disadvantage of participant leadership style
Decision making slows down
Disadvantage of delegating leadership
miscommunication and no clear direction
Disadvantage of transformational leadership
Negativity can be inspired
Disadvantage of transactional leadership
Limits individuality
Advantage of Directing style leadership
Everyone has a clearly defined job roles and functions
Advantage of participating leadership style
Increase in productivity and motivation
Advantage of delegating leadership
Gives an opportunity for other people to take a leadership role
Advantage of transformational leadership
communication is at an all time high
Advantages of transactional leadership
eliminates confusion
A directing style leader must display
Confidence, experience and knowledge
A participant leader must display
An open mind and patience
A delegating leader must display
The transformational leader must portray
The ability to create a shared vision
The transactional leader must portray
the ability to enforce structure
Who is credited with coming up with directive leadership style
Martin G. Evans
Around when did participative leadership become known
1943
Around when did delegating leadership become known
1960's
Who is an example of a transformational leader
Who is credited for transactional leadership
Max weber