18. Leadership Flashcards
1
Q
autocratic leadership
A
a leadership style where a manager makes all the decision without consultation
2
Q
democratic leadership
A
a leadership style where managers allow others to participate in decision making
3
Q
laissez-faire leadership
A
a leadership style where employees are encouraged to make their own decisions, within certain limits
4
Q
Paternalistic leadership
A
a leaderhsip style where the leader makes decisions but takes into account the welfare of employees
5
Q
Characteristics of leaders:
A
- Effective leaders have a positive self-image
- Leaders need to be able to get to the ‘core’ of a problem and have the vision and commitment to suggest radical solutions
- They are experts in a particular field and well read in everything else
- Leaders are often creative and innovative
6
Q
Democratic leadership:
A
- Persuasive (has already made a decision, but takes the time to persuade others that it is a good idea)
- Consultative (leader consults other about their views before making a decision)
7
Q
Democratics leadership can be more effective because:
A
- There has been increased public involvement in social and political life.
- Increasing income and educational standads means that people now expect greater freedom and a better quality of working life.
- People involved in the decision making process are likely to be more committed and motivated, to accept decisions reached with their help, to trust managers who make decisions and to volunteer new and creative ideas
8
Q
Moving from entrepreneur to leader
A
- The need of formality
- The need of shared ownership
- Greater responsibility to others
- The need for motivation and inspiration
- The need for strategy and vision
9
Q
The difficulties in developing from an entrepreneur to a leader:
A
- Adapting mindset
- Stress
- Sharing ownership and control
- Trust
- Lack of leadership qualities
10
Q
Overcoming difficulties:
A
- Delegation and trust
- Earn respect
- Maturity and experience
- Education
- Reduce stress
