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
Disadvantages of directing style leadership
All of the work is in the hands of the leader
Disadvantages of participant leadership style
Decision making slows down
Disadvantages of delegating leadership
miscommunication and no clear direction
Disadvantages of transformational leadership
Negativity can be inspired
Disadvantages of transactional leadership
Limits individuality
Advantages of Directing style leadership
Everyone has a clearly defined job roles and functions
Advantages of participating leadership style
Increase in productivity and motivation
Advantages of delegating leadership
Gives an opportunity for other people to take a leadership role
Advantages 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 was given credit for coming up with the directive leadership style
Martin G. Evans
Around what year did participative leadership become known
1943
Around what year did delegating leadership become known
1960's
Who is an example of a transformational leader
Who is credited for transactional leadership
Max weber