Leadership Styles

Question 1

what are the different types of leadership styles

Answer 1

autocratic
democratic
laissez-fairs

Question 2

when is autocratic used

Answer 2

• workers or team is new or inexperienced
• looming deadline
• no choice in decision so there is no point in wasting time conferring

Question 3

what are the advantages and disadvantages of autocratic

Answer 3

• decisions taken quick
• staff know who will be taking the decisions
• reduced staff motivation
• staff are less likely to use their initiative

Question 4

what is autocratic

Answer 4

decisions are taken by manager without staff consultation

Question 5

what is democratic

Answer 5

manager taking decisions after consultation with interested parties

Question 6

when is democratic used

Answer 6

• to improve staff motivation
• no urgent decision needed
• many different staff opinions so a compromise can be met

Question 7

what are the advantages and disadvantages of democratic

Answer 7

• staff input helps improve job satisfaction
• everyone has an understanding of issues and influences on decision
• lengthy process
• no guarantee that staff will agree

Question 8

what is laissez faire

Answer 8

involves workers taking decisions with a little management input

Question 9

when is laissez faire used

Answer 9

• manager is new or inexperienced
• experienced staff who have worked together for a while
• want to encourage initiative and empower staff

Question 10

what are the advantages and disadvantages of laissez faire

Answer 10

• increased motivation
• decisions are taken by the people who are carrying out the activity
• staff are inexperienced this could result in less quality work
• little clear leadership for staff who may resent not getting paid to take decisions

Question 11

what factors influence the choice of leadership

Answer 11

• complexity of task
• motivation
• time available
• staff skill set