“ The best leaders don’t know just one style of leadership – they’re skilled at several and have the flexibility to switch between styles as the circumstances dictate.”—Daniel Goleman Leadership style is a choice. The approach the leader takes in working with their team impacts the leader, the team, and process outcomes. Daniel Goleman is one of the foremost proponents of Emotional Intelligence, the concept of how effectively we manage our emotions and understand the emotions of others. Of all his writings, I find his discussion of leadership types most challenging. He suggests that there are six common leadership styles. In a recent LinkedIn post , he revisits these styles. Command--"Do What I Tell You" The leader provides clear, decisive direction when it is felt essential, communicating certainty. This style is essential in genuine crises—but overuse erodes morale and initiative. I...
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