1.4.5 leadership Flashcards
(15 cards)
Define leadership
a relationship through which one person influences the behaviour/actions of others
What’s the difference between leadership and management?
leaders tend to show directions, inspire and set standards by example- build relationships
Managers tend to control people and use their authority
What are the 4 types of leadership?
-Authoritarian
-Paternalistic
-Democratic
-Laissez faire
Define authoritarian leadership
A style characterised by high levels of control
- decision making power is held by the leader
Give 2 strengths of authoritarian leadership
-Lack of input from others makes decision making fast, quickly adapting to changes
-Clarity and structure as there’s clear expectations and guidelines
Give a limitation of the authoritarian leadership
Low employee morale as they have a lack of input leading to dissatisfaction
What is the paternalistic leadership style?
A combination of high levels of authority and focus being on the wellbeing and development of the employees
Give 2 strengths of the paternalistic leadership
Strong relationships between leader and employees leading to trust and loyalty
-caring nature leads to employee development which enhances job satisfaction and skill
Give a limitation of paternalistic leadership
-employees have limited autonomy leading to dissatisfaction
What is democratic leadership?
Collaboration and collective decision making as leaders involve team members encouraging input and feedback
Give 2 strengths of the democratic leadership style
Increased engagement leading to higher job satisfaction
-more well rounded decision making as it involves multiple viewpoints
Give 2 limitations of a democratic leadership style
Time consuming and delaying important decisions could cost business
Possibility for conflict
What is the Laissez faire leadership style?
Where leaders provide minimal directions and allow members to make decisions and take responsibility for work
Give 2 strengths for a laissez faire leadership style
Encourages creation and fosters innovation and emps feel empowered
Increases job satisfaction as the emps appreciate autonomy
Give a limitation of the laissez faire leadership style
Inequality of workload, some employees will take advantage of lack of supervision, could create resentment among team
