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Styles Of Leadership

Styles of Leadership
There are many different styles of leadership. Any leader can utilize any style, but usually more than one style is used and is customized to the situation. This is generally the most effective approach. (Syque) However, on their own the styles of leadership can be just as effective. A transactional leader guides or motivates their followers in the direction of established goals by clarifying role and task requirements. This style of leadership allows the leader to use rewards and recognize behaviours that will improve the workplace. This style of leadership results in performance that meets expectations however, rarely does an employee exceed the expectations. Another style of leadership is transformational leadership. These leaders inspire followers to go beyond their own self-interests for the good of the organization, and have a profound and extraordinary effect on their followers. (Langton and Robbins 399-400) The visionary leader moves people towards a shared vision, as if to tell them where to go but not how to get there - thus motivating them to struggle forwards. They openly share information with the employees, hence giving knowledge power to others. The leaders can sometimes fail when trying to motivate more experienced experts or peers. This is because they have such an open relationship with them which would make everyone feel almost too equal. This style of leadership is best when a new direction is needed. Overall, this style has a very strong impact on the climate in a company. (Syque) Visionary leadership increases efficiency by moving decision-making responsibility to the frontline. Competence in the workplace is achieved with limited supervision from the boss or leader. To make front line responsibility effective, leaders must give workers opportunity to develop quality decision-making skills and they need to learn to trust them. (Webb) The coaching leader connects the wants of an employee to organizational goals of the...