1.4.5 Leadership

Question 1

What is the distinction between management & leadership

Answer 1

• Leadership is about having a vision, sharing that vision with others and providing direction
• Management is the day-to-day organisation of the business, its resources and its staffing

Question 2

What are the 4 types of leadership styles?

Answer 2

• Autocratic
• Laissez- faire
• Democratic
• Paternalistic

Question 3

What is the autocratic style of leadership & when does it work best?

Answer 3

• Where leader has full control over decision making, with little or no input from others

Style is more appropriate where there is a need for quick decision-making, such as during crisis

May also be suitable in small business where owner is primary decision-maker & has complete control over business

Question 4

What is the laissez-faire style of leadership & when does it work best?

Answer 4

• Leader takes a hands-off approach & allow their team to manage their own work

This style is more appropriate where the staff are very experienced and require minimal supervision

Question 5

What is the democratic style of leadership & when does it work best?

Answer 5

• Leader involves their team in the decision making process

This style is more appropriate when the business needs to encourage creativity, innovation, & employee engagement

Question 6

What is the paternalistic style of leadership & when does it work best?

Answer 6

• Leader takes on a parental role,making decisions in the best interest of their staff

This style is more appropriate where staff are uneducated or inexperienced
They require more guidance & support from their leader