Leadership Styles: Authoritarian, Democratic, and Laissez-Faire

What was the primary focus of the study by Lewin, Lippitt, and White (1939) on leadership styles?

The impact of various leadership styles on small group behavior

What were the three leadership styles analyzed by Lewin, Lippitt, and White (1939) in their study?

Authoritarian, democratic, and laissez-faire

Can a leader demonstrate more than one style of leadership in a given situation?

Yes, a leader can demonstrate more than one style of leadership in a given situation.

What is similar between the authoritarian leadership style and Theory X?

The perception that followers need direction Signup and view all the answers

How long did the groups of boys experience each of the three leadership styles in the study by Lewin, Lippitt, and White (1939)?

Six weeks Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of authoritarian leaders in terms of their influence on their followers?

They exhibit high amounts of influence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between democratic and laissez-faire leaders?

The level of influence they exhibit, with democratic leaders showing a moderate amount and laissez-faire leaders showing little to no influence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the study by Lewin and colleagues in terms of the impact of each leadership style on group members?

A detailed description of the nature of the leadership behaviors and their impact on group members Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of understanding your leadership style in terms of being authoritarian, democratic, or laissez-faire?

It is useful and instructive. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between an individual's leadership style and the circumstances they are in?

Their personal leadership style may vary depending on the circumstances. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a leader who is comfortable with authoritarian leadership?

They like to structure work and lay out the ground rules for others. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Leadership Styles Questionnaire on page 95?

To help individuals understand their main leadership style. Signup and view all the answers

What drives an individual's leadership style, according to the passage?

Personal leadership philosophy Signup and view all the answers

What are the three commonly observed leadership styles mentioned in the passage?

Authoritarian, democratic, and laissez-faire Signup and view all the answers

What does a leader's behavior towards followers reveal about their leadership?

Their leadership style Signup and view all the answers

How do Theory X and Theory Y relate to leadership styles, according to the passage?

The authoritarian and democratic styles closely mirror the ideas set forth in Theory X and Theory Y, respectively. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of a leader with an authoritarian style?

Being in control and keeping up on the activities of followers Signup and view all the answers

What is the key challenge in understanding one's leadership style, according to the passage?

Understanding the philosophical underpinnings of one's own leadership style Signup and view all the answers