Leadership Flashcards
What is the primary focus of a manager?
Plans, organises & co-ordinates
Managers focus on administrative tasks and maintaining order within an organization.
What is the primary focus of a leader?
Inspires and motivates
Leaders aim to inspire trust and motivate their team towards a vision.
List two characteristics of an autocratic leadership style.
- Leaders rule with an ‘iron fist’
- Employees are told what to do
What is a key disadvantage of autocratic leadership?
Employees’ ideas and creativity will not be considered
This can lead to demotivation and high turnover among staff.
What is a key advantage of autocratic leadership?
Decisions made quickly
This style can be efficient, especially under tight deadlines.
Describe the democratic leadership style.
Consultative management style where employees are encouraged to communicate ideas
Leaders respect others’ opinions and allow for new ideas.
List two advantages of democratic leadership.
- Could lead to highly motivated employees
- Encourages creativity and helps solve complex problems
What is a disadvantage of democratic leadership?
Decision making can take time
This can slow down the process, especially if a strong leader is not present.
What characterizes laissez-faire leadership?
Employees are given a task and left to decide how to do it
There is little or no structure, strategy, or guidance provided.
List two advantages of laissez-faire leadership.
- Employees are highly empowered
- Can create a very relaxed work environment
What is a disadvantage of laissez-faire leadership?
Lack of direction can lead to objectives not being met
This can result in poor performance and employee stress.
True or False: Democratic leadership encourages independent thinking.
True
Fill in the blank: Autocratic leadership limits _______ and independent thinking.
creativity
How does a leader differ from a manager in terms of perspective?
A leader has a long-range perspective, while a manager has a short-range view.
What is a potential outcome of democratic leadership for employees?
Employees can be better prepared for promotion
This style fosters development and acceptance of organizational changes.