Leadership Theory and

Management Styles
AZIZAH TOMAWIS
Leadership vs. Management

 Leadership is the art of influencing others to achieve a

common goal, while management involves planning,
organizing, and controlling resources to achieve specific
objectives.
Early Leadership Theories

 Great Man Theory: This theory suggests that leaders are born, not made, and that certain
individuals possess inherent qualities or characteristics that make them natural leaders.

 Trait Theory: This theory suggests that certain innate traits and characteristics are shared by
effective leaders, and these traits set them apart from non-leaders.

 Behavioral Theories: These theories focus on the behaviors and actions of leaders rather than
their innate traits.
Contingency Theories

 Fiedler's Contingency Model: Leadership style depends on the leader's

personal traits and the situation's favorability.

 Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership Model: Leadership style should

adapt to the maturity or readiness of followers.

 Path-Goal Theory: Leaders must adapt their behavior to help followers achieve
their goals.
Transformational Leadership

 Transformational leaders inspire through vision and charisma.

 Characteristics include passion, vision, and empowering team members.
 Transformational leadership fosters innovation and growth.
Transactional Leadership

 Transactional leaders focus on tasks and rewards.

 Key features include clear expectations, rewards, and consequences.
 Effective for stable, routine tasks.
Servant Leadership

 Servant leaders prioritize the needs of others.

 Principles include empathy, stewardship, and community building.
 Ideal for fostering trust and teamwork.
Charismatic Leadership

 Charismatic leaders possess a magnetic charm.

 They inspire followers' devotion and enthusiasm.
 Examples can be found in business and politics.
Authentic Leadership

 Authentic leaders are genuine and self-aware.

 Key components include self-awareness, transparency, and moral courage.
 Authenticity builds trust and credibility.
Situational Leadership

 Situational leadership adapts to followers' readiness levels.

 Four styles: Telling, Selling, Participating, and Delegating.
 Effective leadership depends on matching style to followers' development level.
Management Styles

 Management styles refer to the approaches and behaviors that managers use to
plan, organize, lead, and control their teams and organizations.
Management Styles

 Autocratic Management Style: Autocratic managers make decisions

unilaterally and with minimal input from their team members.

 Democratic Management Style: Democratic managers involve their team

members in decision-making and seek input and feedback from them.

 Laissez-Faire Management Style: Laissez-faire managers are hands-off and

provide significant autonomy to their team members.
Management Styles

 Transformational Management Style: Transformational managers inspire and

motivate their team members by setting a compelling vision and leading by
example.

 Transactional Management Style: Transactional managers focus on creating

clear expectations and providing rewards and consequences based on
performance.
Management Styles

 Servant Management Style: Servant managers prioritize the well-being and

development of their team members.

 Coaching Management Style: Coaching managers act as mentors and guides

for their team members.

 Bureaucratic Management Style: Bureaucratic managers adhere strictly to

established rules, policies, and procedures.
Management Styles

 Team-Based Management Style: Team-based managers promote collaboration

and teamwork among their team members.

 Adaptive Management Style: Adaptive managers are flexible and adjust their
approach based on the specific needs and challenges of the situation.
Change Process