Traits of a good leader

1. EdM 301 Administration and Supervision Instruction
Leadership Style
Prepared by: GERALDINE E. LAGROSA

2. Leadership
Bernard Keys and Thomas defined,
“ Leadership is the process of influencing and supporting
others to work enthusiastically towards achieving
objectives“
Alan Keith Stated that, Leadership is ultimately about
creating a way for people to contribute to make
something”
“Leadership is the art of motivating a group of people to
act towards achieving a common goal.”

3. Leadership Styles
. Autocratic
. Democratic
. Laissez- faire
. Transformational Leadership
. Transactional Leadership
.Bureaucratic Leadership
.Coercive Leadership

4. Autocratic or Authoritarian Leadership Style
Under the autocratic leadership style, all decision
making powers are centralized in the leader, as with
dictator leader.
They do not entertain any suggestion or initiatives from
subordinates.

5. Characteristics of Autocratic Leadership
. Centralized Decision making
. No input from group members
. Dictate works methods and processes
. Leave group feeling like they are not trusted with decisions or
important tasks
. Highly structured and very rigid environments
. Discourages creativity and out- of – box thinking
. Establish rules and tens to be clearly outlined and
communicated.

6. Advantages & Disadvantages of Autocratic Leadership
Strenghts
*Allows for quick decision
making especially in stress-
filled situations
*Offers a clear chain of
command or oversight
*Works well where strong.
*Directive leadership is
needed.
Weakness
*Discourage group input
*Hurts morale and leads to
resentment
*Ignores creative solutions
and expertise from
subordinates

7. Discussion
Autocratic leadership does have some potential pitfalls,
leaders can learn to use elements of this style wisely. For
example, an autocratic style can be used effectively
situations where the leader is the most knowledgeable
member of the group or has access to information that
other members of the group do not.

8. Participative ( Democratic) Leadership Style
Democratic Leadership, also known as participative
leadership or shared leadership, is a leadership
style in which members of the group participate in
decision making process.

9. Characteristic of Democratic Leadership
. Collaboration
. Engagement
. Creativity

10. Advantages & Disadvantages of Democratic Leadership
Strenghts
*More ideas and creative
solutions
*Group member
commitment
*High productivity
*Improved group morale
Weakness
*Communication failures
*Poor decision making by
unskilled groups
*Minority or individual
opinions
*Potential security issues

11. Discussion
Democrative leadership works best in
situations where group members are skilled
and eager to share their knowledge.

12. Delegative ( laissez-faire) leadership style
Laissez- faire leadership, also known as
delegative leadership, is a type of leadership
style in which leaders are hands- off and allow
group members to make decisions.

13. Characteristic of Delegative ( laissez-faire)
leadership style
• Hands – off approach
• Leaders provide all training and support
• Decisions are left to employees
• Comfort with mistakes
• Accountability falls to the leaders

14. Advantages & Disavantages Delegative (
laissez-faire) leadership style
Strengths
*It encourages personal
growth
*It encourages innovation
*It allows faster decision
making
Weakness
*Lack of role clarity
*Poor involvement with the
group
*Low accountability

15. Discussion
Laissez- faire leadership may be most effective
during the early phases when a idea is being
created. Once the design is in place and ready
for production, however, it may be best to
switch to a style that involves more direction
and oversight.

16. Transformational Leadership Style
Transformational Leadership is a leadership style
that can inspire positive changes in those who
follow. Transformational leaders are generally
energetic, enthusiastic and passionate. Not only are
these leaders concerned and involved in the
process, but they are also focused on helping every
member of the group succeed.

17. Characteristic of Transformational Leadership Style
. Encourages others to perform
. Active Listening Skills
. Adaptability
. Creativity
. Emotionally Intelligent
. Open Mindedness
. Supportive
. Willingness to take responsibilty

18. Strength of Transformational Leadership Style
*Better Performance
*Better well-being
*Sense of empowerment

19. Discussion
While transformational leadership is often viewed as
one of the best approaches to leadership, that doesn’t
mean that it is necessarily right for every situation. For
example, when group members need more guidance and
direction, it can be more effective to utilize a more
transactional approach.

20. Transactional Leadership Style
Transactional Leadership is a leadership style that
utilizes rewards and punishments to motivate and direct
followers. This approach to leadership, also sometimes
referred to as managerial leadership, emphasizes the
importance of structure, organization, supervision,
performance and outcomes.

21. Characteristic of Transactional Leadership Style
. Rewards and punishments motivate workers.
. Obeying the instructions and commands of the leader is
the primary goal of the followers
.Subordinates need to be carefully monitored to ensure
that expectations are met.

22. Bureaucratic Leadership Style
Bureaucratic Leadership Style is a type of Leadership
that leads through a clear chain of command, fixed
official duties, and strict regulations under a hierarchy of
authority.

23. Characteristic of Bureaucratic Leadership Style
• Decision making hierarchies
• Role Specific Specialization
• Career Orientation
• Defined Responsibilities
• Professionalism

24. Bureaucratic Leadership Style
Advantages
*Clear Roles, Responsibilities,
Expectations
*Job Security
*Division of labor
*Promoted higher levels of
creativity
Disadvantages
*System does not allow creative
freedom
*Adapting to change can be
challenging for Bureaucratic
leader
*Personal and Professional
Growth is not encouraged

25. Coercive Leadership Style
Coercive Leadership Style is a very direct form of leadership built
on instructing employees what to do and how to do it. All while
expecting strict compliance.
It used power to force employees to follow laws or to obey instruction.

26. Coercive Leadership Style
Advantages
*Improve workplace safety
*Coercive leader know how to get jobs
done quickly
*Creates an immediate boost in
productivity
*Eliminate insubordination
Disadvantages
*Lack of job satisfaction which
leads to low productivity
*Create corrupt managers and
leaders who abuse their power
*Leader will never become popular
*Creates obstacle for innovation
and creativity because of
employee fear and insecurity

27. Thank you for Listening
And
God Bless