1.4 Managing People

theme 1

leadership

a relationship through which one person influences the behaviour or actions of other people

whats the difference between managers and leaders?

managers are the frontier of what the leader has devised, they have too think logically, be reactive, implement strategy.

traits of a leader

• inspire

• empower

• proactive

• change status quo

leadership style

the way the functions of leadership are carried out

advantages of autocratic leadership

• high focus

• high control

• speedy decision making

• clear vision

disadvantages of autocratic leadership

• low levels of motivation

• employees wont feel valued or respected

• no consideration of employee opinions

• high employee turnover

advantages of democratic leadership

• team spirit

• can contribute ideas and opinions

disadvantages of democratic rule

• decisions slower

• descisons may not benefit business

advantages of paternalistic leadership

• attention given to employees

• employee welfare

disadvantages of paternalistic leadership

• no decision power

• low levels of motivation

• no stake in business

advantages of Laissez-faire

• employee autonomy

• creativity and motivation

disadvantages of Laissez-faire

• lack of control

• deadlines and targets may be missed

• tasks may not be coordinated

why is leadership increasingly important?

• changing organisational structures

• rapid change