leadership Flashcards
(5 cards)
What are leadership styles in group facilitation?
Various leadership styles can be used to effectively guide a group towards achieving its goals. The appropriate style depends on the group’s dynamics, goals, and individual needs.
What is the Laissez-Faire (Delegative) leadership style?
This leader delegates decisions to the group, providing general guidance while allowing group members to run their own areas and make decisions.
Characteristics include being hands-off, creating accountability, and providing guidance when required.
When is the Laissez-Faire style beneficial?
It is beneficial when the group is highly functional, skilled, and capable of working independently, or when group members know more than the leader about the project.
What is the Participative (Democratic) leadership style?
In this style, group members participate in decision making, sharing ideas and opinions, while the leader controls the process and makes the final decision.
It increases morale as members feel valued.
When is the Participative style beneficial?
It is beneficial where a creative solution is needed, group members are skilled and willing to share knowledge, and there is time for discussion and contribution.
