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Management Style Pros Cons

Use in companies with frequent Leads to dissatisfaction


new joiners or in times of crisis Can stifle creativity and
Decisions are made quickly innovation
Instructions are clear Can increase staff turnover and
Commanding Useful for large-scale cost the company money despite
coordination of multiple groups increased efficiency
Leaders can seem cold and
distant
Inspires loyalty, drive and Can fail if employees are
employee satisfaction unwilling or incapable of
Long-term it creates highly learning
Coaching competent individuals who are Can fail it leaders don't teach
capable of multiple roles well
Encourages knowledge sharing
and collaboration.
Employees feel valued and Leaders struggle to deal with
listened to conflict
Team spirit is tangible Employees can become
Affiliate Harmonious atmosphere complacent under the stream of
positive feedback
Direction is not always clear
Promotes innovation, learning, May overlook present issues duo
creativity and relationships to future focus
Visionary Identifies how people fit into the Can breed an ‘all talk no action’
bigger picture culture
Optimistic approach
Everyone can contribute their Differing opinions on the best
opinion route forward can lead to
Mutual responsibility and disagreement
ownership of tasks Can take longer to make
Democratic Frequent communication decisions
Promotes a collaborative
approach
Engaging in times of change

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