There are (3) three leadership styles
Autocratic Management
Democratic Management
Laissez-faire Management
What qualities should a manager have
Leadership
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Responsible
Accountable
Patience
Approachable/Friendly
Supportive & encouraging
Thoughtful/Emphatic
Autocratic Management
A management style where superiors direct subordinates in all decision-making activities and expect it to be followed exactly as instructed without question. This management style does not welcome opinion or ideas by employees and will not tolerate any challenge on the decisions made. Some subordinates however, may not be satisfied as they are unable to participate in decision-making, resulting to demotivation.
Democratic Management
Democratic management involves consultation between subordinates and superiors in decision-making. Ideas and feedback from subordinates are welcomed and openly discussed and used for consideration when making decisions. However, this process may slow decision-making, resulting to inefficiency.
Laissez-Faire Management
Subordinates are left to make most or all decisions on their own, as to how they think it is best and appropriate to execute their work. As such, there is high participation by all employees in decision-making, encouraging ownership and creativity among employees. However, decisions may not be well coordinated, as there are no clear direction. This may result to wastage.
RELATED CONCEPTS
Motivation
Internal Communication
PAST YEAR QUESTIONS
What is meant by autocratic leadership style? (2 marks) May/June 2019/12
State four factors the might effect leadership style (4 marks) May/June 2020/11
Identify two qualities to look for in a manager (2 marks) Oct/Nov 2018/12
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