Differences between autocratic and democratic leadership styles PDF

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Differences between autocratic and democratic leadership styles There are many differences between autocratic and democratic leadership styles. In autocratic leadership style, coach makes all decisions. The exchange of knowledge, teaching and learning assumed to be one way. The coach determines rules, rewards, standards and applications. In democratic leadership styles, athletes are able to participate in decision-making. There is an inter-active communication process. Athlete values incorporated into goals and evaluation. Autocratic leadership style allows leader to send clear and direct instructions by that saving as much time as possible. Decisions are made as soon as possible. And also eliminating any obstructions or confrontation from team members just as it occurs, so it doesn’t develop to serious problem. Democratic leadership could not keep up with the time pressure, because it takes a lot of time to discuss and evaluate the situation, hear everybody’s opinions and views. Leader would use this leadership if he or she have plenty of time and want your team to collaborate toward achieving the goals. In autocratic leadership style, leaders make sure to only create a distinct professional relationship to maintain emphasis on the distinction between authoritarian leaders and their followers. They believe direct supervision to be key in maintaining a successful environment and followership. Due to fear of followers being unproductive, authoritarian leaders keep close supervision and feel this is necessary in order for anything to be done. In democratic leadership style, this style of leadership encompasses discussion, debate and sharing of ideas, and encouragement of people to feel good about their involvement. The boundaries of democratic participation tend to be circumscribed by the organization or group needs and the instrumental value of people's attributes (skills, attitudes, etc.). The democratic style encompasses the notion that everyone, by virtue of their human status, should play a part in the group's decisions. However, the democratic style of leadership still requires guidance and control by a specific leader. The democratic style demands the leader make decisions on who should be called upon within the group and who is given the right to participate in, make, and vote on decisions. While the autocratic approach is best applied when organizations need to be turned around quickly, it is also most frequently associated with workers quitting their jobs. Autocratic leadership tends to be more punitive and the inherent close supervision increases role ambiguity, reduces productivity, and decreases group harmony.

The democratic approach on the other hand works best when it is visibly supported by higher authority, members are well-educated, leaders have the skills to conduct meetings with the members, and time can be afforded for trust to develop. If these factors exist, then the democratic approach results in higher rates of productivity, reduced personnel turnover, reduced absenteeism, and better employee physical and mental health. [ CITATION sid16 \l 1033 ][ CITATION bou16 \l 1033 ]

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