Leadership Styles

Leadership style
A Visionary leader’s motto is “Let’s remind ourselves
of the larger purpose”

How to develop it
To develop this style, focus on empathy and share
your enthusiasm for change with your team.
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Leadership style
An Affiliative leader’s motto is “People first,
task second”

How to develop it
To develop this style, focus on the emotional needs
of the team members and learn how to resolve
conflicts well.
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Leadership style
A Democratic leader’s motto is “Let’s work it
out together”

How to develop it
To develop this style, listen attentively to all team
members. Include them in making decisions or
solving problems.
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Leadership style
A Coaching leader’s motto is “Let me help
you develop”

How to develop it
To develop this style, learn to have in-depth
conversations with your team that isn’t always
focused on work. Spend time learning about your
team members and supporting their needs.
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Leadership style
A Commanding leader’s motto is “Do it because
I say so”

How to develop it
This style is best avoided. It should only be used in
crises or with problematic employees but know that
it can lead to consequences
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Leadership style
A Pace-setting leader’s motto is “Do it my way”

How to develop it
This style might seem effective in the short-term to
get results but it eventually leads to exhaustion and
burnout and should be avoided.