1.4.5 leadership

Question 1

what are the 4 leadership styles?

Answer 1

• autocratic
• democratic
• paternalistic
• laissez-faire

Question 2

autocratic leader

Answer 2

• leaders give instructions and expect them to be obeyed
• one way communication
• managers pay little attention to what workers have to say

Question 3

paternalistic leader

Answer 3

• care about the employees + listen to their views
• but leader will make decisions

Question 4

democratic leader

Answer 4

• expect staff to be involved in decision making
• will delegate authority to subordinates

Question 5

laissez-faires

Answer 5

• managers leave the employees to get on with things - usually without providing a clear sense of direction