Organisation And Management: Leadership Styles (Copy)
Cheat Sheet: 2.2.3 Leadership Styles
Main Leadership Styles
| Style | Features | Example | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autocratic | Leader makes all decisions, little input from staff | Military commander, strict factory boss | Fast decision-making, clear authority | Demotivates staff, poor creativity |
| Democratic | Leader involves staff in decision-making | Team manager seeking opinions before a project | Motivates staff, better ideas, shared responsibility | Slower decisions, risk of conflict |
| Laissez-faire | Leader provides minimal direction, staff have freedom | Creative design studio, research lab | Encourages innovation, independence | Lack of control, may cause confusion |
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Choosing Leadership Style
| Situation | Best Style | Justification |
|---|---|---|
| Crisis or urgent decision | Autocratic | Fast action needed, no time for discussion |
| Skilled/creative workforce | Laissez-faire | Staff expertise drives innovation |
| Routine but with some staff input needed | Democratic | Balances direction + motivation |
| Large, inexperienced workforce | Autocratic | Ensures control & discipline |
| Long-term planning with experienced managers | Democratic | Gains insights, builds morale |
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Quick Revision Bullets
- Autocratic = fast decisions, low motivation
- Democratic = staff involvement, slower but motivating
- Laissez-faire = freedom/creativity, but can lack control
- Best style depends on situation, workforce skills, urgency
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