Leadership Flashcards
What is Leadership?
This refers to the ability of a person or a group of people to influence and guide members of an organization, society, or team to work effectively towards success.
What is management?
This refers to the directing and controlling them to achieve principles or values that have been identified.
A good leader tends to be…
People oriented with their main aim being to motivate others.
Who are managers?
Managers are task-oriented, they create strategies and policies and procedures that enable individuals to co-operate and work effectively.
What are some characteristics that a leader should possess?
- Honesty
- Flexibility
- Focus
- Trustworthiness
- Intelligence
What is ‘honesty’ in a leader?
A trustworthy and honest leader demonstrates that they appreciate integrity. This establishes the tone for the entire company and fosters an atmosphere where the workers feel at ease pointing out unethical behavior so they may take appropriate action.
What is ‘flexibility’ in a leader?
A good leader has the ability to adapt to changing situations. In this respect a leader should be willing to accommodate the views of others.
What is ‘focus’ in a leader?
By identifying ‘what can be’ and managing goals on how to get there, a good leader can implement effective change and progress.
What is ‘trustworthiness’ in a leader?
This increases commitment to team goals and has the effect that employees are more comfortable with change.
What is ‘intelligence’ in a leader?
A leader should have the ability to think logically, analyze accurately, and interpret problems clearly.
What are the leadership styles?
- Autocratic
- Democratic
- Laissez-faire (free rein)
What is an ‘Autocratic’ leader?
The leader has the absolute authority on all matter, deciding what to do despite what other may think. This type of leader often survive by issuing threats and instilling fear in workers.
What are some advantages of an autocratic leader?
- Ensures faster decision making (leader makes all the decisions)
- Supervises workers closely
- In times of rapid change or crises, decisive action might be needed to limit damage in the business
What are some disadvantages of an autocratic leader?
- Employees input and innovation is discouraged
- Decrease in employee morale
What is a ‘Democratic/Participative’ leader?
This leader will consult with those likely to be affected or involved before making a decision. A democratic leader asks for input and considers feedback from their team before making a decision. This leadership style is often known for fostering higher levels of employee engagement and workplace satisfaction.
