Leadership Styles

A Leadership Style is defined by how decisions are made.

Power-Mad Dictator

Makes all decisions. If she is a true tyrant, she often makes unrealistic demands, takes no feedback and disciplines severely.

The Benevolent Dictator puts on a more pleasant demeanour, uses more subtle discipline and displays some openess to feedback though she might not take it seriously. (Authoritarian)

Expert Know-it-All

This guy sees himself as most qualified. As a result, he does not trust others to make decisions. Task-oriented not people-oriented. Critical of differing opinions. Competitive, defensive, rarely gives recognition. (Authoritative)

Presidential

Makes final decisions after consulting people with special expertise. She recognizes others, delegates but keeps veto power. (Consultative)

Player Coach

Team members make decisions. Leader is coach/player. Focus on stimulating creativity creates culture of innovation. (Participative)

A good leader uses all styles.

From Weird Guy