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Managers help
guide teams and make decisions. But not all managers work the same way. There
are different management styles. Let’s look at the most common ones. In autocratic
styles or top-down control, the manager makes decisions alone. They
do not ask the team for ideas. The manager gives clear rules and expects the
team to follow them. This can work well in an emergency.
Another is the paternalistic
style. The manager makes decisions for the team but tries to care for them
like a parent. This style can build trust, but the team has little freedom. In
contrast, democratic managers ask their teams for ideas. They like to work
together. Similarly, the consultative style means the manager asks the
team for advice but still makes the final decision. (129 words)
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Transcript 2
In the participative
style, the team helps make decisions. This builds strong teams, but it can
take more time. Transformational managers try to inspire their
teams. They want everyone to grow and reach goals together. Some managers give
the team more freedom. This is called a laissez-faire style. For
example, the manager delegates tasks and lets the team work on their own. This
is good for experienced teams.
Some managers
use different styles at different times. This is called situational
leadership. These managers change their style depending on the problem or
task. Another style is servant leadership. These managers focus on
helping the team first, before thinking about their own needs. (111 words)
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