Chap 1.8: Management Styles

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Management styles are characterized by

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Management styles can be characterized in terms of C.A.L.D

• Communication: 1-way / 2-way

• • Authority (control): centralised / decentralised

  • Level of employee involvement: low / medium / high

  • Decision-making: centralised / decentralised

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AUTOCRATIC management style

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DEFINITION: An autocratic management style involves a manager making decisions and directing employees without any input from them.

CHARACTERISTICS:
- C: 1-way communication

- A: centralised control

- L: No employee input

- D: centralised decision making

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Advantages of AUTOCRATIC management style

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• - Centralized Control: Management holds all decision-making power.

• - Limited Employee Autonomy: Employees have rigid, defined roles with minimal responsibility.

• - Efficient Decision-Making: Single-point decision-making allows for rapid decisions.

• - Streamlined Tasks: Clear, structured instructions lead to quick task completion.

• - Potential Productivity Gains: Faster processes can increase productivity and potentially revenue.

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Disadvantages of AUTOCRATIC management style

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• - Limited Perspective: Manager-centric decisions, lacking employee input.

• - Missed Opportunities: Narrow range of ideas, hindering potential improvements.

• - Restricted Growth: Limited employee exposure to decision-making, impacting promotion potential.

• - Decreased Morale: Lack of involvement leads to low motivation and increased absenteeism.

• - Higher Turnover: Low morale can cause staff departures, increasing replacement costs.

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PERSUASIVE management style

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DEFINITION: A persuasive management style involves a manager making decisions, THEN convince employees that the decision is made for their best interests

CHARACTERISTICS:
- C: 1-way communication
- A: centralised control
- L: No employee input
- D: centralised decision making

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Advantages of PERSUASIVE management style

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• - Managerial Control: Management holds all decision-making power.

• - Employee Roles: Employees have structured, limited roles with reduced responsibility.

• - Decision Speed: Decisions are made rapidly by management, without employee input.

• - Efficiency: Quick decisions lead to faster work processes, boosting productivity and revenue.

• - Potential Trust: Management can build trust by explaining the reasoning behind their decisions.

  
  

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Disadvantages of PERSUASIVE management style

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• - Limited Employee Input: Managers make all decisions, stifling employee contributions and diverse ideas.

• - Reduced Motivation & Growth: Lack of involvement in decision-making can decrease employee motivation and limit promotion opportunities.

• - Increased Turnover Costs: Low morale can lead to employee departures, resulting in higher recruitment and training expenses.

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CONSULTATIVE management style

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DEFINITION: A consultative management involves manager seeking input from employees but make decisions alone.

CHARACTERISTICS:
- C: 2-way communication
- A: centralised control
- L: Medium employee input
- D: centralised decision making

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Advantages of CONSULTATIVE management style

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• - Improved Decision-Making: Diverse viewpoints lead to better-informed and higher-quality decisions.

• - Increased Employee Motivation: Employees feel valued and engaged when their ideas are solicited.

• - Potential for Enhanced Financial Performance: Better decisions can drive increased sales and profits.

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Disadvantages of CONSULTATIVE management style

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• - Suboptimal Suggestions:

  • Employees may lack full situational understanding, leading to unsuitable suggestions.

• - Potential for Conflict:

  • Ignored or overlooked ideas can cause employee resentment and conflict.

• - Time Consumption:

  • Gathering and processing diverse perspectives can significantly slow down decision-making.