1. The Scope of Management Management & Leadership Styles
Business Management

2. Previously. . .
Objective
Essential Questions
We described management roles, functions, and skills of good managers.
What is management?
What are the specific tasks (functions) of managers?
What are the responsibilities (leadership roles) of managers?

3. Today’s Lesson
Objectives
Essential Question
We will analyze leadership & management styles in a variety of business situations.
We will complete a self-assessment of personal traits to determine leadership styles.
What are the benefits/limitations of different leadership & management styles?

4. Think About It… What makes a good manager?
Are managers & leaders the same thing?
Think of a good manager/leader you have worked with. What were some of their attributes that made them good?

5. Management vs. Leadership

6. What’s the difference? Management Leadership
The skills used to efficiently channel resources and resolve conflict.
The skills that motivate others to accomplish common goals.

7. How do you become a leader?
Let’s consider leadership theories . . .
Someone may become a leader by:
Authority
Power
Charisma

8. Authority
This type of leader has been given the right to achieve the objectives or goals of an organization.
This leader’s power is obtained via appointment.
Managers are the appointed leaders of a business.

9. Power
This type of leader has extensive knowledge or expertise in the field.
This leader’s power is derived from respect.
Experts in finance, for example, are the respected leaders of their field.

10. Charisma
This type of leader is able to bring others together and motivate them, usually for a cause.
This leader’s power is derived from emotion.
Many successful activities earned the spotlight because of their charisma.

11. Leadership Styles
Regardless of how someone obtained their leadership, each leader demonstrates characteristics of a leadership style.
What’s your style? Take the survey!

12. Leadership Styles Survey
All leadership styles are good – one is not more important or better than another.
It is important to understand leadership styles in order to be able to work with all personality types effectively.
In your group, come up with 3 attributes of your group’s leadership style and a famous person who might share the same style.

13. Autocratic
Characterized by giving clear and precise directions as to what is to be done.
Considered “classic” leadership.
Managers retain as much power and decision-making as possible.

14. Using Autocratic Leadership
Most Effective When . . .
Should Not Use When . . .
New, untrained staff
Detailed orders and instructions
Limited time to make a decision
Manager’s power is challenged by staff
Staff becomes tense, fearful, or resentful
Staff expects their opinions to be heard
Low staff morale or productivity
High turnover and absenteeism

15. Democratic Characterized by encouraging workers to share their ideas
Allows employees to make some decisions or give input
Keeps staff informed about everything that affects their work

16. Using Democratic Leadership
Most Effective When . . .
Should Not Use When . . .
Want to provide opportunities for staff to develop
Want to encourage job satisfaction
Large, complex problems
Changes must be made or problems solved that affect the staff
Want to encourage team building and participation
Not enough time to get everyone’s input
Easier or more cost-effective for the manager to make the decision
Can’t afford mistakes
Staff safety is a critical concern

17. Open Also known as Laissez-Faire leadership
Characterized by giving little or no direction to the employees
Employees are trusted to make decisions and resolve problems on their own.

18. Using Open Leadership Most Effective When . . .
Should Not Use When . . .
Staff is highly skilled, experience, and educated
Staff have pride in their work and the drive to be successful
Outside experts or consultants are used
Staff is trustworthy
Staff feels insecure that the manager is not accessible
Manager cannot provide regular feedback
Manager is unable to thank staff
Manager does not understand his/her own responsibilities

19. Leadership Style Variations

20. Situational
A good leader changes intuitively between styles according to the people they work with and the current situation at hand.
Select a style that best fits the circumstances of the moment!

21. Situational Leadership
Given the four situations on your worksheet, decide which style of leadership (autocratic, democratic, or open) would be most effective.

22. Closing Task/Exit Ticket
What is the difference between management and leadership?
List the three styles of leadership.
What is the best style of leadership? Explain your answer.