Leader makes decisions without reference to anyoneelse.
High degree of dependency on the leader
Can create de-motivation and alienation of staff.
May be valuable in some types of business where decisions need to be made quicklyy and decisively or where working with large amount of unskilled workers
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democratic
Democratic
Encourages decision making from different perspectives.
Consultative- process of consultation before decisions are made.
Persuasive- leader takes decision and seeks to persuade others that decision correct.
Help motivation and involvement of staff
Workers feel ownership of the firm and the ideas
Improves the sharing of ideas/ experiences within business
Delay decision making
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laissez-faire
Laissez-faire
'Let it be' - leadership responsibilities are shared by all
Can be very useful in business where creative ideas are needed
Can be highly motivational as people have control over their working life
Can make co-ordination and decision making time consuming and lacking overall direction
Relies on good team work and interpersonal relations
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