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Management experts classify leaders by their actions 2. Autocratic
which include the following: The autocratic leadership style allows managers to
1. The pacesetting leader expects and models excel- make decisions alone without the input of others.
lence and self-direction. In other words, “Do as I Managers possess total authority and impose their
do, now.” will on employees.
2. The authoritative leader mobilizes the team to- 3. Participative
ward a common vision and focuses on end goals, Often called the democratic leadership style, partici-
leaving the means up to each individual. Another pative leadership values the input of team members
phrase is – “Come with me.” and peers, but the responsibility of making the fi nal
3. The affi liative leader works to create emotional decision rests with the participative leader.
bonds that bring a feeling of bonding and belong- 4. Transactional
ing to the organization. – “People come fi rst.”
Managers using the transactional leadership style re-
4. The coaching leader develops people for the fu- ceive certain tasks to perform and provide rewards
ture. – “Try this.” or punishments to team members based on perfor-
5. The coercive leader demands immediate compli- mance results. Employees receive rewards, such as
ance. – “Do what I tell you.” bonuses, when they accomplish goals.
6. The democratic leader builds consensus through 5. Transformational
participation. – “What do you think?” The transformational leadership style depends on
high levels of communication from management to
meet goals. Leaders focus on the big picture within
an organization and delegate smaller tasks to the
team to accomplish goals.”
How did you measure up? Be honest. You don’t have
to tell anyone. Your behavior and leadership qualities
will defi nitely speak for you! You cannot hide, but you
can improve! Self-Improvement is a lifelong process,
Leadership characteristics embrace selective styles. but you have to be willing to take the plunge! Follow
1. Laissez-Faire those leaders who do! If you are lucky, some of their
karma may rub off on you!
“A laissez-faire leader lacks direct supervision of
employees and fails to provide regular feedback to
those under his supervision.
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