1. Leadership Styles Leadership Style Description When Effective
When Ineffective
Autocratic
Tells others what to do
Limits discussion of new ideas
Does not foster a sense of teamwork
Time is limited
Group members lack skill or experience
Group does not know each other
Developing teamwork is a goal
Members do have skills and knowledge
Group wants spontaneity in their work
They do not entertain any suggestions or initiatives from subordinates. The autocratic management has been successful as it provides strong motivation to the manager. It permits quick decision-making, as only one person decides for the whole group and keeps each decision to himself until he feels it is needed to be shared with the rest of the group.[47]

2. Leadership Styles Leadership Style Description When Effective
When Ineffective
Laissez Faire
Gives little or no direction to team
Offers opinion only when asked
Does not seem to be in charge
Members have high degree of skill and motivation
Sense of team exists
Routine is established
Low sense of teamwork
Little skill or knowledge present
Group is looking for direction

3. Leadership Styles Leadership Style Description When Effective
When Ineffective
Democratic
Involves groups members in planning
Asks before tells
Promotes teamwork
Group is unmotivated
Members lack competence
High degree of conflict is present
Time is available
Group is motivated
Members are competent and contributing

4. Visual Summary of Leadership Styles